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Doc Tate

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 7:56 PM

By Brittany Gasama

Doc Tate, 62, passed away on August 8, 2025.

Doc was born August 5, 1963 in Hobbs, New Mexico. He grew up with a quick wit, a big heart, and a love for making people laugh. Doc worked in the oil fields in New Mexico for many years before relocating to Arkansas. He was known not only for his jokes, but also for being supportive, protective, his generosity and how strong he really was. Whether sharing stories, lending a helping hand, or simply sitting down to listen, Doc made everyone feel valued.

He will be remembered for the joy he brought to others, his unwavering loyalty to family and friends, and his love for his grandchildren. Doc dedicated his life to his family and put others before himself. We will miss his infectious laugh, sage advice, and countless ways he made our lives richer. He leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness that will live on through his grandchildren that knew him as “Papa Doc.”
Preceding him in death were his father, Ovin Dwain Tate and brother, Richard "Rick" Tate. Surviving are his mother, Carol Janice (Winn) Tate of Arkansas; siblings, Shannon Schnaubert of Arkansas, and Jamie Tate of Missouri; his children, Matthew Tate of Arizona, Michael Tate of Texas, Ashley Jung of Texas, Tana Tate of Missouri, Alana Tate of Missouri, and Devin Batson of Arkansas, and numerous grandchildren.

Services will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville.

Visit www.fohnfuneralhome.com for online obituaries, guestbook and private condolences

FOHN FUNERAL HOME
Cassville, Missouri
417-847-2141

 

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