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Rachel Tate Obituary
Rachel Corlew Tate, age 86 of Clarksville, TN, died on Tuesday, March 12, 2013 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
She was born on March 15, 1926 in Clarksville, TN to the late Walter Richardson Corlew and Martha Wright Neblett Corlew. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Davis Tate.
Funeral service will be held on Friday, March 15, 2013 at 11 a.m., at Neal-Tarpley-Parchman Chapel with Rev. Karen Barrineau officiating. Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 14, 2013 from 4-7 p.m., and Friday, March 15, 2013 from 9 a.m. until the hour of service at the funeral home.
Rachel was a type setter for the Leaf Chronicle for 20 years. She also worked at the Montgomery County Health Department and APSU. She was a member of St. Bethlehem United Methodist Church.
She is survived by four sons, Philip Tate (Dianne) of Mascoutah, IL, Edward Tate (Dolly), Bruce Tate and Brian Tate (Diane) of Clarksville, TN; nine grandchildren; and twelve great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Bethlehem United Methodist Church, 2201 Old Russellville Pike, Clarksville, TN 37040.
Arrangements entrusted to Neal-Tarpley-Parchman Funeral Home, 1510 Madison Street, Clarksville, TN 37040; (931) 645-6488. Online condolences may be made at www.neal-tarpley.com.
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Dick Brewster
March 15, 2013
Guys, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. GOD BLESS YE.
March 14, 2013
To Rachel's Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Rachel's sons and the rest of the family, especially to Ed and Dolly. Also to Pam, who I recently met in church. Rachel was a super friend. Always enjoyed her at UMW and at church where she sat next to me. She is and will be greatly missed . We had some great conversations on the phone also and she was such a funny lady. .
Beth and Frank McSpaden
Joe and Tracy Todd
March 14, 2013
tho we did not have the pleasure of meeting her we are Bruces neighbors and we heard so much about her we feel like we knew her.Prayers and thoughts to the family.She was loved so much.
Peggy Tate Clouser
March 13, 2013
My Aunt Rachel was the best example of living every second of life to it's fullest! She was vivacious and could find the humor that life gives us. She laughed readily and loved constantly. She was generous with both. I only hope I can live as fully as she has.
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Carol Martin
March 13, 2013
Rachel always had a kind word, a great story, encouraging advice or a funny joke to share. She was much loved and will be sorely missed. My sympathies to her family.
Lynne Halliburton-Yarbrough
March 13, 2013
Heaven has gained an angel that will keep everyone there laughing. Ms. Rachel was such a wonderful, loving lady and will be missed by those who love her so dearly.
March 13, 2013
Rachel, I will always remember our good times singing in St. B's Choir. I miss you. God Bless. Henri(etta) C.
Betty Settle
March 13, 2013
Rachel was so much fun and I loved her dearly. She will be missed by all who knew her. Those who didn't have missed a great blessing.
Theresa Tate
March 13, 2013
You always listened and knew just what to say to pull me out of my funk. Your grandson sure appreciated that. Our hearts are broken and it just doesn't seem possible that you're gone. I know you will live on through my children as will your legacy. Loving you always. Today, tomorrow, and every day in between!
Patricia Ransdell
March 13, 2013
I met Mrs. Tate, while my Son, was in High School. She was a Kind and Loving Person, She will be Missed by All. My Prayers are with her Dear Family.
Diane Mckinney
March 13, 2013
My prayers to Bruce and his family
Tamara Macias
March 13, 2013
Rachel is truly a wonderful woman, she was so loving and caring to her family and friends. I know so many hearts are hurting. We will always remember and love you.
Tom & Ellen Castleberry
March 13, 2013
We have many fond memories of Rachel and our days at "St.B"
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