Barbara Ann Tate 1935-2023

Barbara was born Feb. 17, 1935, in Youngstown, to Russell and Evelyn George Bowen. She was raised in Youngstown, graduated from the Youngstown Hospital Association School of Nursing in 1956 and embarked on a long, fulfilling career as a registered nurse for over 58 years.

Barbara married Don Tate in 1957 and the couple had four children together, Don, Doug, Diana and David.

In her spare time, Barbara greatly enjoyed knitting stockings for her family, whom she loved dearly; reading; and spending time with her children and a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In addition, Barbara loved attending St. Luke Lutheran Church, as a lifetime member, where she met so many wonderful and cherished friends.

Her family and friends will always remember her as “Barb.”

She was preceded in death by her parents, Russell Bowen and Evelyn George Bowen; and her beloved sister, Betty J. Panella.

Barbara is survived by her four children, Don Tate Jr. (Donna) and their two children, Brandon and Ashley; Doug Tate (Laura) and their two children, Sarah and Katie; Diana Rich (Ben) and their two children, Kevin and Hailey; and David Tate, along with his two children, Zach and Josie Ann. Barbara is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Mason, Emma, Liam, Quinten and Skylar; her sisters, Bonnie Perratto and Beverly Boyer; and her brother, Richard Bowen.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Luke Lutheran Church, 1210 W. Belt Line Rd., Richardson, TX 75080.

Fond memories and condolences to the Tate family can be shared at www.teddickeywestfuneral.com.

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