Billy Joe Pate, age 57, of Forest Park, Ga passed away on Tuesday, February 9, 2010. Mr. Pate is preceded in death by his parents, James and Montee Pate. Those left to cherish his memories include his wife, Vicki Pate; two daughters, Rene (Christopher) Goodson and Mary (Chris) Butts; granddaughter, “My Love” Abbie Goodson; three brothers, Lewis (Carolyn) Pate, Robert (Nita) Pate and Ray (Reba Ann) Pate; two sisters, Marie (Clifford) Bishop and Bonnie Pate; many nieces and nephews; family and friends. Funeral services for Mr. Pate will be held in the funeral home chapel on Friday, February 12, 2010 at 12 p.m. with Rev. Frank Ware officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday, February 11, 2010 from 2-4 & 6-8. Interment will follow the funeral service at Fairview Memorial Gardens. All arrangements under the care of Horis A. Ward, Fairview Chapel, 376 Fairview Rd, Stockbridge, GA. 770-474-1231.