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John Pate Obituary
John B Pate, 87, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 27, 2012. John Pate was born June 29, 1925 in Conroe, Texas. He graduated from Harlingen High School and worked in his father's men's clothing store in Harlingen. During World War II he joined the US Army serving in the 6th infantry division of the Sixth Army. He arrived safely in the Philippines after a 30 day crossing of the Pacific in a crowded troop ship only to be stricken later with Typhus, Malaria and Polio. He became a medic after recovering from Typhus. John survived multiple beach landings in the Philippines including the battle of Luzon where he was awarded the Bronze star. John received the Purple Heart for wounds received in battle. Returning home to San Antonio after the war, he eventually opened his own men's clothing store, Pates Men's Wear. Following those years in business for himself, John also worked for Satel's Menswear.
He later served in Stephen's Ministry where he ministered to so many people in need. He became close friends to certain individuals he helped in their time of need.
Mr. Pate was preceded in death by his brother Robert, his wife, Edna Clark Pate, his daughter Robbie Pate Ward, and his wife Katherine Pate. John is survived by his daughter Cheryl Pate Zack of Atlanta, Georgia, and his granddaughters Karen Ward, Stacey Ward both of San Antonio, Sydney Zack of Atlanta, Georgia, and his faithful dog Abby.
Services will be held for Mr. Pate on Monday, January 14th at 10 AM at Alamo Heights United Methodist Church, at the columbarium.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Animal Defense League of Texas. ADLTEXAS.org, or the animal shelter of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Pate
Charles Finck
July 7, 2021
Dear John, You treated me like a son all those years I worked at Pate's Men's Wear. You invested in me and when time came for me to leave to fly, you encouraged me to pursue my lifelong dream. Thank you and God bless you.
Connie Hernandez
January 17, 2013
John, You were a great neighbor for 14 years and both Kayli and I will miss your kindness. I learned from you how to take pride in my home and work hard to keep up what you have. May you rest in peace and may your family find comfort in knowing you are Home.
Love Connie and Kayli
Michael McAdams
January 11, 2013
May God rest his soul. My prayers are with your family. Thank you Karen for allowing me the honor to meet your Grandad. Love always...
Mike Fischer
January 9, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the family, especially Cheryl. What a full life he lived!
January 7, 2013
I'll always think of John and Robert with the highest effection and respect. I worked for them in the early 70's.They restore my faith in humanity. Dick Craven
Ron Flores
January 7, 2013
Cheryl,
Our condolences and prayers to you and your family.
Lynda Shaneman-jackson
January 5, 2013
John and wife Kathy were angels to me in a time of great distress. I thank God for their lives and friendship.
Cheryl Pate Zack
January 5, 2013
In my complete weariness of helping my father make this transition, from this life to his next, i failed to list the names of his 3 step-children. Billy Moore, Charlie Moore and Ruth Moore Walker. These 3 lovely people were Katherine's children by her first marriage.
Please accept my apologies Billy, Charlie and Ruth.
As Ever-
John, Ruth, Chris & Mom
Ruth, Chip & Chris Walker
January 4, 2013
The memory of my Stepfather John is of happy times and laughing times. God Bless You John. We will miss you.
So glad to have spent time with you in November.
Bonnie Simon
January 3, 2013
Uncle John is a happy man in his new home in heaven, reunited with loved ones that went before him. Those of us left behind will feel the loss for years to come. There will be times when you think of something you want to say and realize he isn't here anymore. It's a human emotion that makes us a caring, loving people. But don't worry, time will make thing easier, the memories remain, and most importantly, Uncle John will suffer no more. His God called him home, he needed a new Angel.
Laura Lange
January 3, 2013
God called his angel home.. Sending heartfelt love and prayers.
Renae Hathway
January 2, 2013
What a wonderful man who produced a wonderful daughter...I have so many memories and thankful for them...you will be missed,but leave a great legacy in Cheryl...much love & prayers..
December 31, 2012
So Glad I was able to know John and be his friend. He was a very wonderful person, never to be forgotten. Deepest Sympathy to All of his family.
Mary Horton
December 30, 2012
John Pate was the father of my dear friend, Cheryl. He was a gentleman and always a sharp dressed man! Even less than a month ago when I was in his home, he was well groomed, with a crease in his pants. A kind man and a Christian, he will be missed by family and a host of friends. "...neither death nor life, nor angels, nor principalities,...nor height nor depth...shall be able to separate us from the love of God." Romans 8:38,39
December 30, 2012
John Pate was the father of my dear friend, Cheryl. He was always a gentleman and a sharp dressed man! Even less than a month ago, when I was in his home, he was groomed nicely with a crease in his pants. He was a kind man and a Christian. He will be greatly missed by his family, and a host of friends. "...neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor princicpalities...nor height, nor depth...shall be able to separate us from the love of God."
David Malone
December 30, 2012
Dear Cheryl,
We are sorry for the loss of your Dad, but understand that you WILL be with him again in Heaven some day !!! We are praying and asking God to send down His Angels to comfort y'all during this time and KNOW that God has His arms around y'all already. Keep looking to God, and counting on God, concerning EVERYTHING you want to do, EVERY day.
"God BLESS You, and YOURS" !!!!
December 30, 2012
May the thoughts and memories of your Dad sustain you through this difficult time and in years to come. JoAnn Dockery
December 30, 2012
My condolences to the Pate family. Katherine Pate & I met while working at Nations Bank now Bank of America. Through out our friendship I met her husband John. John was always a quite man but he was strong in his faith and he loved God with all of his heart. He also loved his wife, children, grandchildren and friend. Both John & Kathy will be greatly missed but one day we'll see them again at our heavenly home. God Bless, Rosemary & John Velez & Family
paul aschbacher
December 30, 2012
I remember John from my Brownsville days when John and our mutual friend Don Donaldsonworked together. Great memories. I hope his familyholds up with this great loss. Paul Aschbacher
December 30, 2012
Abby
December 30, 2012
December 30, 2012
Jan Clark
December 30, 2012
Mr. Pate, I did not have the privilege of knowing you, but feel as if I did from your beautiful and loving daughter, Cheryl. You raised her right!
Andy Villarreal
December 30, 2012
John you were a great friend and neighbor to have..Josie,Josh, and myself -your friend Andy- will miss you dearly.
Ralph DeWitt
December 30, 2012
A good man who raised great daughters. And a fine businessman as well! God bless you, Mr. Pate.
Christine Horvath
December 30, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss, Cheryl. May God's peace be with you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Pat Miller
December 30, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Daddys are very special to their daughters - I know! May your memories sustain you through this sad time. Love to all of you!
Carole Kennedy
December 30, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless you and your family.
Annette Fray
December 30, 2012
Cheryl & famly-I send you my prayers and thoughts on your fathers passing. The pictures show he had a smile that would light up any room. God Bless-the Fray family (annette & charlie)
Patricia Jones
December 30, 2012
Please accept my deepest compassion and condolences for all.
“There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are messengers of overwhelming grief...and unspeakable love.” Washington Irving
Sharon Groff-Tondre
December 30, 2012
Cheryl - So sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. What a great father you had. God bless you all!
Sydney Zack
December 30, 2012
I love you and miss you, Grandaddy. But I also know that I gained one of the strongest guardian angels a girl could have. Thank you for being the best grandaddy. See you on the other side. xxoo
Casbeer's Birthday with grandkids, Karen, Stacey, and Sydney
Sydney Zack
December 30, 2012
Karen and Grandaddy <3
Sydney Zack
December 30, 2012
Bonnie Taylor
December 30, 2012
You must have been a wonderful man, John Pate, to have given the world your daughter, Cheryl. Your spirit will live on through her light. I send you blessings and joy as you return to heaven.
Sheryl Jones
December 30, 2012
Hey Big John. You're going to be missed but you are in a much better place with the loved ones that preceded you. I'm glad I knew you. Take Care.
Ronnie Mckinzie
December 30, 2012
So sorry for your loss Cheryl.
December 30, 2012
Hey Cheryl....sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Thinking about you...Rob Gelmini
tricia yates
December 30, 2012
Rest In Peace, Mr. Pate and God Bless your family.
Scott Pegues
December 30, 2012
I am Charlie Moore's friend, and so I met John several times over the years and always thought he was a very nice man. My condolences.
Cheryl Pate Zack
December 30, 2012
You will always be my daddy!
Charlie Moore
December 30, 2012
God Bless you John Pate. I know you are smiling down on all of us.
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