Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Lois Tate Obituary
Mrs. Tate, 79, of Charlotte, NC passed away Monday, February 7, 2011 at Harris Hospice Unit at Presbyterian Hospital - Main.
She was born in Charlotte, NC, May 1, 1931 to the late William Scott Dover and Margaret Leona Flowe Dover. Mrs. Tate retired from NCNB, now Bank of America, after many years of service. She was one of the first women to become a trust officer of the bank. After she retired she and her husband enjoyed traveling and transporting cars for various dealers.
The Tate family will greet friends Friday evening, February 11, 2011 from 7:00 PM until 8:30 PM at McEwen Funeral Service at Sharon. A service to celebrate her life will be held 2:00 PM, Saturday, February 12, 2011 at McEwen Funeral Service Sharon Chapel with The Reverend Gary Hudson officiating. Burial will follow in Sharon Memorial Park.
Survivors include her daughter, Leslie Tate Smith and husband, Steve of Charlotte; grandchildren: Ronnie Scott Tate and wife, Misty of Monroe, NC; Heather Tate of Charlotte, NC and Phillip Leonard Smith of Charlotte, NC; great-grandchildren: Austin Tate of Monroe, NC and Mya Tate of Charlotte, NC. She is also survived by a brother, Jinks Dover and wife, Betty and sister-in-law, Louise Dover of Charlotte; daughter-in-law, Patty Tate and special cousin, Hugh Wentz and wife, Beverly and John and Faye Tate, both of Charlotte.
She was preceded in death by her soul mate of 47 years, Leonard Charles Tate; her son, Leonard Scott Tate; and brothers, Elwood Dover and Carlo Dover.
The family wishes to express a heartfelt gratitude to the Harris Hospice Unit at Presbyterian Hospital Main. Thank you for making her transition to heaven much easier for not only her but her family.
Memorials may be made in remembrance of Mrs. Lois Tate to the Harris Hospice Unit of Presbyterian Hospital, P.O. Box 33549, Charlotte, NC 28233-3549.
Arrangements are by McEwen Funeral Service at Sharon, 5716 Monroe Road, Charlotte, NC 28212.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Lois Tate
5 Entries
February 22, 2011
Leslie, I was so sorry to hear about your Mom. Brian and I both want you to know you are in our hearts and prayers. She was a really great lady. Joyce Hopkins and son, Brian McIntosh.
Monty Thornburg
February 11, 2011
Leslie,
I was so sorry to hear of your mom's death. She was one of the first folks we met when dad(Fred Thornburg) and I started coming to the Dover/Thornburg Reunions regularly about 10 years ago. I always looked forward to seeing her each year and talking to her. I really missed her last year. She had such a great sense of humor. I pray God will be you and your family in the days ahead.
Teri Darcus-Thompson
February 10, 2011
I just happened to take a look at the obituaries online today (old habit from working in the former NCNB Trust Department). I am sincerely sorry to hear about Mrs. Tate. I remember her GREAT sense of humor and down to earth attitude. As I recall she kept us laughing with her jokes about it being 5 o'clock "somewhere". My prayers are with you all at this time.
February 10, 2011
Leslie,
I was so sorry to hear of your mom's death. She was one of the first folks we met when dad and I started coming to the Dover/Thornburg Reunions regularly about 10 years ago. I always looked forward to seeing her each year and talking to her. I really missed her the last few years. She had such a great sense of humor. I pray God will be you and your family in the days ahead.
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results
Make a Donation
in Lois Tate's name
Memorial Events
for Lois Tate
Funeral services provided by:
McEwen Funeral Service at Sharon Memorial Park5716 Monroe Road, Charlotte, NC 28212
How to support Lois's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Lois Tate's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
