Larry Pate, age 45, resident of Columbus, died on Monday, June 13, 2011 at his residence. Funeral services are scheduled at the Chapel of Striffler-Hamby Mortuary, 4071 Macon Road, Columbus on Thursday, June 16, 2011, 1 p.m. with Reverend (Dr) Mike Stevens officiating. Interment will follow at Parkhill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, June 15, 2011 from 4-6 p.m.
Mr. Pate, son of Shirley Ann Thompson Pate and the late Richard David Pate, was born January 5, 1966 in Columbus. He was currently employed by Digital Insurance Company and had been in the insurance industry for over 20 years. Mr. Pate was a well-known musician in gospel music and had formerly traveled with both the Stevens Family and Wendy Bagwell and the Sonlighters. He was a faithful and dedicated family man.
Mr. Pate is survived by his wife, Cathy Pate of Columbus; one son, Jonathan Pate of Fortson, GA; his mother, Shirley Pate of Columbus; one brother, David Pate and his wife Linda of Smiths Station, AL; other relatives and friends.
Condolences may be offered at www.shcolumbus.com.
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