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Linda Hughes Tate
1951 - 2017
Linda Hughes Tate
1951 - 2017
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BORN
1951
DIED
2017
Linda Tate Obituary
Linda was passionate about many things, but no more so than her love for her family and friends. She was the daughter of the late Robert B. Hughes, Jr. and Gladys Bishop. Her brother, Robert B. Hughes, III, and nephew, Robert B. Hughes, IV, preceded her in death.
Linda married the love of her life, James R. "Buster" Tate, Jr., on May 20, 1972. Together they had many adventures, including the years they lived in Londonderry, Northern Ireland when Jaime was a wee girl.
She enjoyed being around people, loved to laugh, and was known for her quick wit and her love of a good joke.
Surviving with Buster are their daughter and son-in-law, Jaime and Curtis Kimbel, and beloved grandchildren, Angelina Christine "Doodlebug" Kimbel and Tristan James Kimbel; also a host of extended family and cherished friends.
A funeral service will be held Wednesday, May 17, 2017, at 2 p.m. at Carmel Baptist Church, Ruther Glen, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from noon ? 2 p.m. at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Caroline County Agricultural Fair Association, P. O. Box 1207, Ruther Glen, VA 22546. Condolences may be left for the family at www.storkefuneralhome.com.
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margot w
June 6, 2017
James & family,
I did not know Linda but I was hoping to share some words of comfort. It's never easy to lose someone you love. God promises us that we will see our loved ones again in the very near future. Take comfort in knowing that you will see Linda again as well. Until then may your hearts be filled with the wonderful memories of joyful times spent together as you celebrate a life well lived. Please accept my condolences.
margot w
May 24, 2017
James & family,
I did not know Linda but I was hoping to share some words of comfort. It's never easy to lose someone you love. God promises us that we will see our loved ones again in the very near future. Take comfort in knowing that you will see Linda again as well. Until then may your hearts be filled with the wonderful memories of joyful times spent together as you celebrate a life well lived. Please accept my condolences.
Chris, Sheila, & Miguel Hall
May 24, 2017
Our thoughts & prayers are with the family.
Krystle League (Kulynych)
May 18, 2017
My heart is so heavy,20 years ago you came into my life and you and buster took me in as one of t
Your own. All the fun times we had together I will cherish for a life time, I will miss that beautiful smile and that contagious laugh. You never passed judgement on anyone and always welcomed with open arms. I'm just sorry we did t get more time together make all the goodies we would make together (yes those peanut butter balls) the BEST ever!! And putting up that crazy fruit tree for Christmas, that I know Jaime and I teased you for months about. But you knew it was all out of love! There are so many more memories I have of you, so I won't tell everyone all of them lol. I'll see you again until then I will love and miss you always. Xoxoxo
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Janet Crews
May 18, 2017
I was more than shocked to here that Linda was so sick & had passed. I am also a childhood friend that grew up with Linda on Mike Road in Richmond, VA. I used to love going over to her house because her dad had a sweet tooth so there was always a piece of cake or some kind of goodie in the house. I also remember how they loved animals....guinee pigs, rabbits, & pigeons! And I loved Linda's player piano....so fun. Last time I saw Linda was when she came to my brother Bobby's 50 Birthday....came all the way from Richmond to Wilmington,NC......my baby brother was so surprised.....I know she will be missed and am praying for her family. God Bless!
Janet Crews
May 18, 2017
I was more than shocked to here that Linda was so sick & had passed. I am also a childhood friend that grew up with Linda on Mike Road in Richmond, VA. I used to love going over to her house because her dad had a sweet tooth so there was always a piece of cake or some kind of goodie in the house. I also remember how they loved animals....guinee pigs, rabbits, & pigeons! And I loved Linda's player piano....so fun. Last time I saw Linda was when she came to my brother Bobby's 50 Birthday....came all the way from Richmond to Wilmington,NC......my baby brother was so surprised.....I know she will be missed and am praying for her family. God Bless!
James and Sue Emrich
May 17, 2017
I love you Linda and we will be laughing together soon.
Ken Chapman
May 17, 2017
Buster and family,
Please accept my most sincere condolences for the loss of Linda. All the members of the Tate Family have been instrumental in building a great community in Caroline County.
Ken Chapman
Betsy & Pepper Tingler
May 17, 2017
Our deepest sympathies on your loss.
Rita Minter
May 17, 2017
I will always remember your bright smile. You and I were co-workers at Rose's and you made anybody and everybody smile that you came in contact with. You will be surely missed by all who knew you. R.I.Paradise.
Thurman & Lynn Yarbrough
May 16, 2017
Our hearts go out to you and your family. We wish you comfort and peace as you remember Linda.
Donna Pritchett
May 16, 2017
I was a nurse at Dr Stevens office. I loved Linda. She was an angel. She was always positive no matter her issue. She could always make me laugh. My day was better because of her. I am so sorry for your loss. She will always be in our hearts. Thoughts and prayers to your family
Susan Fletcher
May 16, 2017
I met Linda when we worked at Wheat First Securities many years ago. We became fast friends and shared many good times, laughs, tears and happiness. She was a gentle, kind soul with a wicked sense of humor that I loved. Her jokes always made me laugh until I cried! I have many fond memories of her, Pat Carpin, Ann Mull, Johnny and Debbie Hughes, and all of her family. Linda will forever live in my heart. Condolences to her family for their loss. May Peace always be with you all.
Robin & Sharon Hall
May 16, 2017
So sorry for your loss many prayers for the Tate Family! God Bless
Lorraine Price-Gibbs
May 16, 2017
My sincere condolences and prayers to the family. May the memories of her always bring a smile to your hearts.
Anna Rothgeb
May 15, 2017
Buster so sorry for your loss may God bless you.
David and Karen Hughes
May 15, 2017
So sorry to hear of Linda's passing. She was always such a happy and caring soul.
Kimberl BSRKER
May 15, 2017
Sorrow filled condolences to her daughter and husband and rest of the family. Prayers and Hugs♡♡
Debbie Hughes
May 15, 2017
Linda was first my co-worker. She was the best receptionist at F A Davis. She never lost her cool even when things were busy and all those phone lines lite up.
She also liked to p!ay match maker. She introduced me to her nephew Johnny and after 20 years in June we are still together. Thank you Linda. We owe her for our son Phillip coming to be. We stayed in touch many years after we stopped being co-workers. I have missed our get together dinners many years now. Loved going with Linda to the Bahamas. She loved to go, but when it was time to go she could not wait to get home to see Buster and Jaime and plan our next trip. I have many happy hours with Linda. She loved to host the best Thanksgiving meals I ever had the pleasure of sharing. She liked to dance and tell those jokes. She could make you laugh even if she was not feeling the best herself. She was a lady with class who doted on her family and we will all miss her terribly.
Brenda Gilvray
May 15, 2017
It is with a really heavy heart I'm writing this. We had the great pleasure of meeting this wonderful family in N.I and then again in the states. They are easily the most genuine , lovely caring family we have ever met. Linda was bubbly, kind , thoughtful and absolutely beautiful on the outside and inside . She loved her family deeply and instantly made you feel a part of her family . Heaven has definetlty gained an angel. Our thoughts and prayers are with Buster, Jamie and Family , god bless you all.
Brenda, Derek, Sarah and Eric
Sandy Briles
May 15, 2017
Linda and I grew up in the same neighborhood, shared the same birthday (February 12, 1951) and were life-long friends. She always teased me that she was five hours older than me and never let me forget it. We attended the same schools (Summer Hill Elementary, Bainbridge Jr. High, and George Wythe High School), graduated together, attended some of our high school reunions together, and visited with one another 4-5 times a year during our 58 year friendship. She was a cat-bird and had a happy-go-lucky attitude and always had a good joke to share. We always celebrated our birthdays together and enjoyed annual Christmas visits at my sister's house in Richmond. She made the best pecan and walnut fudge around, and always made a batch for my sister and me every Christmas. Linda was more like a sister from another mother than just my BFF. My heart is broken at the loss of this cherished friendship, but I also rejoice in knowing that I will one day see her again in Heaven, in a new body free of pain. Buster, Jaime, Curtis, Doodlebug, and Tristan - my prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Linda was a wonderful, devoted wife and mother and adored her two grandchildren. Jaime, you were always the light of her life, and she was so very proud of you and all that you have accomplished in life. And to my good friend, Linda Hughes Tate, "It's not goodbye, it's just goodbye for now." With love and prayers, Sandy Briles
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