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MARGARET TATE Obituary
Mrs. Margaret Wilson Tate, age 79, passed away March 1, 2011 at her home. Mrs. Tate was a member of Greater Bethel A.M.E. Church where she served on the Usher Board; she was a member of the Order of Eastern Stars, University City Temple 900, Black on Black Crime Task Force, Women of Allen; she served as a School Crossing Guard at Littlewood Elementary School, Den Mother for U. of F. Gators where she was known as "Mama Tate", and also known as the Candy Lady of Lincoln Estates, Southeast Gainesville.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Tate, Sr., and daughter, Marsha Tate.
She is survived by her children: Allen D. Tate, Jacksonville, FL, Andrew Tate, Jr.(Cynthia), Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Pernola Reese(McKinley), Alachua, FL, Annette Y. Lyons, Lolita Reynolds(Will), Donna M. Bodison(Julius), and a grandchild she raised, Brittney Gaddy all of Gainesville, FL, siblings; Herman Fisher(Marie), Willie Wilson, Jr.(Marilyn), Evarett Wilson(Roberta), Jeffery Wilson, Steven Wilson(Gloria), Jerryl Wilson, Helen Wilson, Martha McDaniel(Warren), Celestine Rivers(J.C.), all of Jacksonville, FL, twenty-nine grandchildren, thirty-six great grandchildren, and three great, great grandchildren.
Funeral services for Mrs. Tate will be held 1:00pm, Monday, March 7, 2011 at Greater Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Gainesville, FL, Rev. Karl Smith, Officiating; burial will follow in Forest Meadows Cemetery-East, Gainesville, FL. Arrangements entrusted to Chestnut Funeral Home, Inc., 18 N. W. 8sth Avenue, Gainesville, FL.
Mrs. Tate will repose in the Chestnut Memorial Chapel on Sunday, March 6, 2011 from 2-7pm, and on Monday, 12 noon until the hour of service. Family and friends are asked to meet at the home of Mrs. Tate, 1623 S. E. 12th Ave., Gainesville, FL, at 12:15pm to form the cortege.
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Nettie Maguire
February 27, 2023
Will always remember her work as a crossing guard, and at the corner of eighth Avenue and 34th St. Then she´d come into the school office to use the facilities and get a drink cold water. She was such a treasure Nettie Maguire.
L larry
March 11, 2011
Well! it's been a long time Mr.Tate must have been over joyed to meet mrs.Tate @ the Gate.So they are togeather again bless them both. and to the family just know that god is still in control.A trusted friend when you need him.You are in our prayers
Leo Stoney
March 7, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Sade' & Vernard(Poe-Poe) West
March 7, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
March 7, 2011
Thank you for all the safe crossings you provided to the years of service to Littlewood Elementary School. We will always cherish our memories of you and your extended family. God bless...You will be remembered and missed. We love you.
Tony Lomack
March 7, 2011
To the entire Tate family, in August 1988 God blessed me with an Angel, second mother, and friend (Momma Tate). She will always be a special part of my life and the Gators she invited into her home and extended an olive branch. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless!!!!
Kimberly Walker
March 7, 2011
To My God Daddy Allen Tate and Family May you find peace and comfort in knowing that your grief is shared by so many. Your mom will be sorely missed. God bless you and your wonderful family.I Love You! Be Blessed
Kimberly Walker
March 7, 2011
To my God Daddy Allen Tate and Family May you find peace and comfort in knowing that your grief is shared by so many. Your mom will be sorely missed. God bless you and your wonderful family.I Love You! Be Blessed
Tony Lomack
March 7, 2011
To the entire Tate family, In August 1988, God blessed me with an Angel, second mother, and friend (Momma Tate). My thoughts and prayers are with out you.
Tiffany Durham
March 7, 2011
My prayers are going out to the family. Ms Tate has been within my family since birth. If the TATE'S are in need of anything, please don't hesitate to contact the DURHAM'S.
Pat Jenkins
March 7, 2011
Lolita,Penola,Annette and the entire Tate family I know it is hard for you at this time but remember God will take care of you if you just lean on him.
Patricia Jenkins
Alachua,Fl
SHIRLEY BROWN
March 7, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Myrick Anderson
March 6, 2011
On behalf of the 1988-92 Gator Football players we want to thank you "mama" for the many meals that you've prepared for us. You were our mama away from home. You filled a spot in our hearts when we didn't have our own mom's shoulder to lean on, you will be missed but not forgotten. Love you! Your Gator Boys
Dorothy thompson
March 6, 2011
to Lolita, DeVon Tate and the entire Tate family, may God strengthen and comfort you during this time of sorrow. Just know others share with you & yours during your hours of bereavement. Dorothy T & family
patsy legette
March 6, 2011
We'll never forget Ms. Tate the best squeeze maker in the world!! We thank you for sharing your love and family with our community daily. Weunderstand God's will for you Ms. Tate and may he be a
comforter to your family. Friends of Lincoln Estates,the Perry's, The Legette's
Johnny & Pat Bouie
March 6, 2011
Lolita and family,Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tameka Davis
March 6, 2011
Our prayers and thoughts are with you. May God Bless you and give you all strength. Always trust in the Lord.
Love, Tameka and family
Charles & Brenda Baker
March 6, 2011
LOLITA , PERNOLA and the TATE Family: Our Prayers are with you at this difficult time. We pray that you cherish the memories of such a wonderful mother who gave so much to our community. Sorry we can not attend the homegoing services.God will Bless all of you .
March 6, 2011
My condolences is with the family today and forever. Your mother has touched so many lives and we thank God for her. I met Her in the Elks when I was over the youth and she was there with her grandchildren to help make a different . The clouds are heavy now but you will see the silver lining if you continue to trust in God. Myprayers are with the family. Sandra Daniels (Lady Boss), Micanopy, Fla.
Catherine B. Rhynes
March 6, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Williams Temple Church of God in Christ Dr. D.R. Williams, Pastor
March 5, 2011
To Annette & Lolita your church family share in your loss,our prayer is that God will give you the strength you need now. He has not forgotten you, His Word said "Casting all your care upon for He careth for you" I Peter 5:7.
Detroit & Bettye Stoney Allen & Family
March 5, 2011
To Lolita, Annette and family our condolences to you in the loss of you mom. God only give us one and when we honor them He is well pleased. Remember the good times you shared with her. We are praying for you.
MCKINNEY
March 5, 2011
I WOULD LIKE TO SEND MY CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS OUT TO THE TATE FAMILY. MRS. TATE WAS A VERY GOOD WOMAN, SHE HAS DONE A LOT FOR THE LINCOLN ESTATES NEIGHBORHOOD AS WELL AS THE GAINESVILLE COMMUNITY. THE THING THAT I WILL MISS THE MOST IS THE "FREEZE CUPS" THAT ALL THE CHILDREN LOVE, GOD BLESS THE FAMILY AND REMEBER THAT GOD IS A AWSOME GOD, AND THAT WHEN EVER THERE IS RAIN THERE WILL BE SUNSHINE IN THE END!
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