William Tate
William M. Tate, 70, January 11, 2010. Husband of Anita; beloved father of Patricia Trembley, Brenda (Jack) Hassett, Bill (Debra) Tate, James (Susan) Tate; stepfather of Jim Forbus, Carol Veillette, Cindy Roam, and Jeff Forbus. With eternal love for his special friend, Lucille Ross; loving grandfather of Kelly O’Day, Richard Tremble, Marissa Trembley and Thomas Hassett; loving great grandfather of Kayleen and Corey James.
"If my friends could only see me now, I see the Glory"!
William retired from the U.S. Air Force after 20 years and then from the State of Illinois Division of Employment for 21 years.
Service will be held on January 15, 2010 @ 11 A.M. at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Southern Illinois.
Sorry for your loss. I will remember Bill for his enthusiasm and singing gospel hymns and other occasions.
Dads obituary failed to mention his serving in the Vietnam War, his love of music, playing cards and spending time with his friends. Thank you to everyone for their support of dad during his illness. He was very brave and never had a complaint or “poor me” attitude. We had many good times together and I will always remember all he did for me as my father and friend.