Thad Tate Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Thad Tate in Tyler, Texas, who passed away at the age of 68, on May 4, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Thad Tate or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Thad leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though Thad may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.

He was predeceased by: his father Otis Franklin; and his brother Trent Tate. He is survived by: his mother Bobbie Tate; and his children, John Tate and Dorothy "Elizabeth" Betts (Eric).