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Gordon Pate Obituary
Born in 1956 near Beaumont, Texas, Gordon was preceded in death by his dear mother, Shirley Jeanne Riley Pate. After a wonderful childhood of making lifelong friendships in Beaumont, Gordon graduated from Beaumont High School in 1974. He then graduated from the University of Texas in 1979. Gordon became a real estate broker, was a registered Landman. He was devoted to his family and imparted untold wisdom, guidance, and love with a constantly positive attitude.
Gordon is survived by his wife, Diana Cloninger Pate; children, Eric Sheppard Pate, Hannah Pate Sanchez, Joshua Evan Pate; son-in-law, Ryan Sanchez; father, Gordon Ralph Pate, Sr.; siblings, Stephen Pate, Kathleen Pate Williford; and many dearly loved nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A Celebration Of Gordon's Life will be held January 18, 2025, 2-4 pm, at Weed Corley Fish Funeral Home in Lakeway, Texas. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.
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Byron Neathery
April 24, 2025
Oh the great memories from 1969 on. Lots of shenanigans in Beaumont and Austin
Doug Johnson
February 15, 2025
When we were very young, Gordon, Don, and I were "The Mud Brothers" cause we liked to build mud slides down the banks of the bayous and would get ridiculously muddy! Fun memory.
Harry Goaz
January 13, 2025
Good night sweet prince.
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