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ANDREW W. TATE, JR. "Sarge"
On Thursday, June 2, 2011 of Clinton, MD, made his transition. Son of the late Andrew W. Tate, Sr. and the late Bernice I. Tate. He is survived by mother, Jessie L. Tate. Husband of Luevonia "Lue"; father of Bryan Sr., Zachary, Syreeta, and Keturah; brother of Donald and Cynthia. He is also survived by a number of grandchildren. Family will receive friends at 10 a.m. and the memorial service will begin at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 10, 2011 at the Glenarden Municipal Center, Gold Room, 8600 Glenarden Pkwy, Glenarden, MD 20706. Casual dress. Please no flowers.
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Bryan W. Tate Sr.
June 2, 2025
Dad,
It's hard to fathom that 14 years has gone by so fast. Not a day goes by that you are not in my thoughts. I Miss your presence, however I am comforted by the fact that you live forever in my heart!
I Love and Miss You.
#yourbloodrunsthroughmyveins
# 1 Son
Bryan W. Tate Sr.
June 4, 2023
Dad,
It's hard to fathom that 12 years have come and gone.
A lot has changed. Thanks for equipping me with the necessary skills to navigate through the changing times.
So many have joined "The Council" !
Rest assured "Chicken Dirty Redds" and I are holding down the fort as the Duly Appointed Matriarch and Patriarch.
Continue to speak to All of Us as you watch over us.
As you so eloquently stated "Sometimes you have to play the hand you were dealt" as we continue this Journey called "LYFE".
I'll do the best I can choosing my cards as I "Keep Moving Forward" with "NO REGRETS" !
Thanks for the Life Lessons Learned.
I Love and Miss You Dad,
# 1 Son
JB
June 2, 2023
It's been awhile since, I shared my thoughts and feelings... So I'll just say, I miss our FCN time and just my ability to pick up the phone and hear "JB"! Continue to whisper in my ear when I need it most. NO REGRETS.
Love Ya Gdad Sarge
Forever your JB
Stephanie Davis-Pressley
June 1, 2023
Thinking of you today as June has been a season of letting go! Tomorrow on the 2nd is when our hearts skipped a beat. . I did everything you asked me to do and even put up a good fight! Winners don´t win they just let go! Remembering that conversation with you my own dad never had with me is still fresh in my mind. Thanks for the talk which I will always remember! I am the woman I am today because of it. Wish I had more time with you. However, I thank God for the moments he spared. Tell my dad hello......THANK YOU!
Bryan W. Tate Sr
June 2, 2022
Dad,
Today is Thursday June 2nd, just like it was 11 years ago when you transitioned. How ironic, I find myself in the same thought process that I did exactly 11 years ago, Reflecting!
A lot has changed, yet a lot has stayed the same.
Continue to watch over and guide me as I am now the Patriarch.
I Love and Miss You,
# 1 Son
Bryan W. Tate Sr.
June 2, 2021
Dad,
As I sit here and reflect, it's hard to believe that Ten Years has past so quickly. There is not a day that passes that I don't think of you. I miss our conversations, and our spending time together. Most of all "I Miss You !"
I "Thank You" for ALL the Memories and Life Lessons. Continue to speak to me as I am along this Journey.
I Love and Miss You...
# 1 Son
Stephanie Davis-Pressley
June 2, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. It was an honor to meet you. That call we had will always be in my heart!
Bryan W. Tate Sr.
June 2, 2015
Four years ago today, I got that early morning phone call. I will always remember Thursday June 2, 2011. When I answered the phone, trying to maintain a calm voice, she said to me "I think you need to come quickly !" (As if I couldn't detect something wrong in one of my parent's voice)
I hung up the phone, got dressed and everything else was muscle memory just as I was taught in the Academy. I remembered getting into my vehicle and turning on my headlights and flashers as I prepared for a Priority Run. As I started my Priority Run, I had traveled about three blocks and I heard your voice say to me "No need to Rush "B", I'm gone." I replied "Yes Sir" and turned off the lights and slowed down. As I continued to the house, I just reflected. When I arrived, I was met at the door, greeted with a Motherly hug and proceeded to your room.
When I walked into the room, I confirmed what you had told me when you admonished me to slow down while enroute.
At that very point it hit me. This was the culmination of my lesson that you were teaching me over the previous ten and a half months. It was at that point that I realized it was Graduation Day.
Thank You for the lesson. Thank You for the training. Thank You for the Preparation. Most of ALL, Thank You for your Example !
There is not a Day that Goes By that I don't FEEL Your Presence.
"I Love and Miss You Dad"
"B"
#noregrets
#keepmovingforward
Bryan W. Tate Sr
June 15, 2014
Happy Fathers Day Dad !
It's been three years since you physically left me, but I feel your presence everyday...
I miss our one on one time together... Thank you for stopping by and checking in on me. I can feel your spirit, and hear your voice saying;"Keep Moving Forward"... Trust Me, I AM !
Love You Man !
# 1 Son
B
June 20, 2013
"HAPPY 69th BIRTHDAY DAD !"
Today as I reflect, I CELEBRATE You ! Thank's for All the Life Lessons, most of all thanks for helping me to develope to the point that I am right NOW!
"I LOVE and MISS YOU"
# 1 Son
Elois
June 17, 2013
You imparted so much wisdom and love to me and Mike. We think of you often and still feel your presence.
One of the only pictures that I have with you and I cherish it!! I love you. ~JB~
Quesha Tate
June 16, 2013
Bryan W. Tate Sr
June 16, 2013
"HAPPY FATHER'S DAY DAD !"
I Miss You Man.....
#1 Son
JayBee Tate
June 3, 2013
"NO REGRETS"!!! Miss you everyday but, I got the blood!!
Love Ya
JB
# 1 Son
June 1, 2013
Wow, it's hard to believe that Two(2) years have gone by so quickly!
There is not a day that goes by that I don't miss you. I am ever so grateful that I feel your presence! Thanks for letting me know that you're still beside me... "I Love You Man !"
"NO REGRETS"
"B"
June 20, 2012
HAPPY 68th BIRTHDAY DAD!
Today I Celebrate YOU!
I will always cherish the memories that were created by our sharing of "Time and Space".
"I Love You"
"No Regrets"
# 1 Son
"B"
"Your Blood Runs Through My Viens.."
June 17, 2012
"HAPPY FATHER'S DAY DAD !"
Just stopped by to say that as I take the time to reflect today, I am GRATEFUL for ALL the Life Experiences that we shared "Growing Up Together!"
There is not a day that passes that I don't feel your presence. Thanks for enlightening me and bringing me to this point. "When the STUDENT is Ready... The TEACHER will Appear."
Thanks for being a GREAT Teacher.
"I LOVE and Miss You"
"NO REGRETS"
# 1 Son
"B"
~JB~
June 16, 2012
Just wanted to take a minute to wish you a Happy Father's Day!! It won't be the same without you again this year. Even thou we missed several together over the years, the ones we did share in the last few years were the BEST. No REGRETS..
Love Always,
JB
Tate
June 4, 2012
Wow Granddad a year already!!! It just seems like you were scolding me for staying late and threaten to take my keys! A year later I still have my days but they are few and far. One because you are still with me...your blood runs thru my veins! Two I have no regrets for the time we didn't spend together but rather cherish the time we did watching the Cooking channel and you having me get you treats! Love you always and keep you near.
JB
Bryan W. Tate, Sr.
June 4, 2012
Wow, it's so amazing how fast a year has gone by!
Not a Day goes by that I don't feel your presence. Thanks for keeping an eye on me!
As I sat in the chair reflecting as we Celebrated you on the 2nd, I could not help but to see that your wishes were being carried out as you requested. Everyone in attendance was "continuing to MOVE Forward".
Each Generation was represented. The Kids, Grands and Great-grands.
We are ALL doing fine ,'cuz as you so eloquently put "You Live on because we ALL are a part of You".
"Love You Man !"
# 1 Son
That someone Special
April 9, 2012
seems just like yesterday, talking with you on my way home from work. You thanked me for the magazines to read while you sat patiently in the bed, watiing on God's orders. You reminded me to continue to love "a someone" no matter what! You said you knew from the start there was a spark and that I was someone important and special! I laughed but you did not, you were serious. I realized today, that after that talk with you, I am important as not even my own father told me this. I thank you as I am thinking of you today!
Bryan W. Tate Sr.
June 20, 2011
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAD!
It was my original intention to rush back from Atlanta to Celebrate with you today. However, my plan was not the Master Plan. I celebrate you just the same. In your Honor, I celebrated you at Your Spot the "Bone Fish Grille". I ordered your Imperial Longfin and smiled! Thanks for EVERYTHING! I Love and Miss You Man!
#1 Son,
"B"
La Quesha Tate
June 20, 2011
Granddad though it is now after midnight I have missed Father's Day... I drove back today as I did last yr and reflected on the time we had together last year. I just thought how we had a great time with All the family to celebrate your Bday and Father's Day.. You have physically been gone just a few weeks but, I just miss being able to stop by. In one of our last conversations I told you I had no regrets about anything... I love you and always keep you near!
~JB~
Joyce Parker
June 19, 2011
Remembering the great times we had 314 M Street/Gales St/Eastern High/and the last time I saw you when Lou, Don, you and myself went swimming then to dinner at the Chinese Restaurant...great times, great memories! I'll forever remember your infectious laugh. . .definately unique! LOL! Cousin Joyce(Ball), Atlanta, Georgia
Bryan W. Tate Sr
June 19, 2011
HAPPY FATHERS DAY DAD!
I woke up this morning with mixed emotions. Then I quickly remembered a conversation with my Grandfather (“Doc Tate”) that took place in 1970 on Nichols Avenue and Mellon Street at the American Gas Station. He said “Champ, the way I see it you were Blessed with two (2) sets of parents…If anything you suffer from too much Love.” With that being said, Today I reflected on how I felt being (Physically) alone. I quickly remembered that "It's A Great Day To Be ALIVE!" The Five of my Heroes, (Fathers and GrandFathers) though not here Physically are still with me Spiritually! They will Live On in my Heart and Memory. I will Cherish EVERY Experience and Lesson learned along Our Journey.
Thank You For Molding and Developing me into the Man I am today!
I Love You Man! "NoRegrets"
“B”
June 9, 2011
My brother, my friend, you will be missed.
Terry Gilmore
Bryan W. Tate Sr
June 9, 2011
Dad,
"REAL MEN" Lead from the Front and then go quietly in the Night. They Never Complain. They Turn Negatives into Positives. They Handle Their Business and Keep Moving Forward. "Thanks for Being a REAL MAN!" I have had the most Superlative Journey with You! My Life has been so Enriched by You Being In It. "Thank You" for the Countless Lessons, Experiences, and ALL the Fun We Had. We had the Best Time "Growing Up Together!" I have drawn so much STRENGTH from you Spiritually that I am now in a different Place! "Thanks For Everything!" " I LOVE YOU MAN !" "NO REGRETS..."
"#1 Son"
Gerald Brevard Sr.
June 9, 2011
May God be with the Tate family, Sarge will be miss by all that knew him,he was a good friend in school at Eastern back in the day a wonderful person.RIP Sarge.
Versia Kimbrue
June 8, 2011
May God bless the family at this time. He was truly and lovely person, and I enjoyed working and talking with him. Sarge always had a kind heart and offered words of kindness and wisdom throughout our working career. Peace and blessings to the family.
Patrice Richardson
June 8, 2011
My prayers and blessings are with the Tate family. A great teacher and co-worker. I had the pleasure of working with a great man at HD Woodson SHS. Sarge's teachings live on in all the students he has taught and trained!
June 8, 2011
REST Peacefully "Sarge'....
Claire Delores Parks
HDW
Colvin Tate
June 8, 2011
Uncle Sarge,
You influenced my life just as much as my own parents. I am so grateful for having you as family and reminisce on all of our countless beautiful occasions together. Bless all of our family, friends and every life you've touched and enhanced. You continue to live on in all of us. Miss and love you always.
Shanon
June 8, 2011
Some people are just geniunely good people, and I can honestly say that about Mr. Sarge and his wife. Always provided much support and no matter what, made sure to give me a word of encouragement everytime I was home. May your wonderful spirit live on!
June 8, 2011
We will miss you and all the advice you used to give us. There is no one else to take your place. Your neighbor D
Patrick Beverly
June 8, 2011
Sarge I have some great memories of you and lou that I will cherish forever. Many blessings and strength to your family.
Mark Minor
June 8, 2011
Sarge, cousin; Thank you for being such a wonderful, multi- talent , colorful, considerate, cascade of light in my life. This is only the tip of how you will be remebered. Always relecting on your love for the Minor & Tate family. Love you Lou & kids.
Cousin Mark & family.
June 8, 2011
Keturah is a collegue of mine, and she had often spoke about her now dear departed Dad. I am sending my condolences to the Tate family, during this time of grieving.
-Will Thomas
La Quesha Tate
June 8, 2011
"IT'S A GREAT DAY TO BE ALIVE"!! These are words that I will always live by. Upon hearing of your transition, I first wanted to cry but then remembered I had no reason to shed any tears. The time that we got to spend together were the BEST moments in my life.. Just sitting watching "our" channel (The Food Network) and You telling me stories of our family. Times likes this I will truly miss but, I know I will always be able to talk to you. As what is now the famous family quote".... my blood flows thru your veins", you are with me no matter. Granddad you may not be here any longer in the physical but, a person like you can and will never be forgotten.
We will be talking soon...
Luv Always,
La Quesha "JB" Tate
Elois Kelly
June 7, 2011
Sarge: Your words of wisdom and encouragement sustained me since I connected with you, my dear cousin. Your laugh, your strength, your incredible sense of humor and genuine love for all you touched will never be forgotten. I am blessed to have had you for a wonderful season in my life. Mike and I will always miss you. Till we meet on the other side...
Grace Robinson
June 7, 2011
Cousin Sarge We will miss you so much! We know you are in heaven with our sons, your parents and the whole Minor/Tate Caucus! God Bless you and we had a great life together! Have a singing good time we will see you on the other side too! Love Always Cousins Grace & Mike
Latinia Buck
June 7, 2011
May God continued to bless you in this time of grievance. My prayers are with the family.
Linda M. Williams
June 7, 2011
"Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow." My deepest sympathies are with you all at this time of grieving.
Joyce Gordon
June 7, 2011
May the family of Andrew Tate cherish in the memories of such a wonderful and warm spirit. God Bless the Family. (Joyce and Reginald Gordon)
June 7, 2011
"We are grateful for a life that made a difference to so many people in so many ways", May God Bless the family.Carl A.Major(Forestville, Md)
Russell E Chandler Sr
June 7, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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