Nigel Randolph Tate

December 20, 1941 - May 16, 2022

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Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest

6710 White Horse Road

Greenville, SC 29611

864-294-6415 |

Thursday 5/19, 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm

Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest Chapel

6710 White Horse Road

Greenville, SC 29610

(864) 294-6514 |

Thursday 5/19, 1:30 pm

Forestville Baptist Church Cemetery

2 Old Mcelhaney Rd.

Greenville, South Carolina 29617

Thursday 5/19

Nigel Randolph Tate, 80, beloved husband of 57 years to JoAnn Tate, entered in Heavenly rest on Monday, May 16, 2022.

Born in Greenville, SC, he was the son of the late Plato and Merle Harmon Tate.

Nigel met the love of his life, JoAnn, and married her on June 28, 1964. He proudly served his country as a U.S. Marine from 1966 until 1967. For 37 years, he was employed by Stone Manufacturing and then later was employed by American Security as a valet at the Cancer Center for Prisma Health from 1999 until 2006. A humble, kind, and faithful servant of Jesus, nothing bad was ever said about him and even through all his health issues, he never complained. He had the sweetest smile and loved his family dearly.

In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by daughter, Kim Clayborn (Rob); son, Randy Tate (Khristie); grandchildren, Jennie, Marissa, McKenzie, and Mason; brother, Douglas Tate; and sisters, Madilyn Boling, and Marilyn Edwards.

Visitation will be held Thursday, May 19, 2022, from 12:00 p.m. until 1:15 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest followed by the funeral service at 1:30 p.m. Burial will be in Forestville Baptist Church Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Patriot Hospice, 101 Grace Dr., Easley, SC 29640.

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Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest

6710 White Horse Road

Greenville, SC 29611

864-294-6415 | Map

Thursday 5/19, 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm

Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest Chapel

6710 White Horse Road

Greenville, SC 29610

(864) 294-6514 | Map

Thursday 5/19, 1:30 pm

Forestville Baptist Church Cemetery

2 Old Mcelhaney Rd.

Greenville, South Carolina 29617

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Thursday 5/19

Nigel Randolph Tate, 80, beloved husband of 57 years to JoAnn Tate, entered in Heavenly rest on Monday, May 16, 2022. Born in Greenville, SC, he was the son of the late Plato and Merle Harmon Tate. Nigel met the love of his life, JoAnn, and married her on June 28, 1964. He proudly servedContinue Reading

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My deepest condolences on the loss of one of the most Godly men I have ever known. Heaven has gained a sincere and humble man. He will be missed

Nigel was one of the best Christian men l have ever known. JoAnn, l know you will miss him. You were so good to him. He’s walking the streets of gold & one glad day, you will join him. My love & prayers.

Randy, Kim and Family, I am so sorry for your loss! He was such a sweet man I know He will be missed... May God give you all peace during this difficult time...

Nigil was a fine man. He was always nice. I worked with him several years at Stone Mfg in the warehouse. My father Bill Barber worked with Joann on sewing machines. I'm sure he will be missed. Prayers for the family.

Randy You dads in heaven now and peace abounds for him, I love you and am praying for comfort for you and your family. Love, Shirley Ward

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

JoAnne, and all the Family of Nigel we send our sympathy. May God bless you all in a special way. You're in our thoughts and prayers.

Mr. Tate was my beloved South Carolina Grandpa. He always had an encouraging word for me every time I saw him! I was so sad to get the message that he had passed. The whole Tate family means so much to me. I am very thankful that I was able to teach his two special grandchildren, Jennie and Mason, for through them I met my precious SC grandparents. The whole McCall family will be praying that you all feel God's loving comfort.

Nigel was the kindest person ever, he was always smiling and he loved everyone. I know he is smiling in heaven. Everyone loved him so much and we will miss him so much.

Thoughts and Prayers are with each of you during this time and the difficult days to come. May God's comfort and peace be with you.

Randy you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. ???

Went to Parker High School with Nigel. Remember him well. Such a nice guy.. prayers for his family.

We love you all and will be praying for you.

Mrs. Tate, Kim, Rob, Jennie, Randy, Khristie, Marissa, McKenzie and Mason: I am thinking of you at this time. I have special memories of Mr. Tate. He had the sweetest smile. I love you all and will be praying for you in the days ahead. Donna Lister

In memory of Nigel Randolph Tate, Lynn Chapman lit a candle

In memory of Nigel Randolph Tate, Debbie Hart lit a candle

So sorry for your loss. Praying for the whole family. He was such a precious soul. Heaven got another angel!

In memory of Nigel Randolph Tate, Nancy Looper lit a candle

Aunt JoAnn, I am so sorry to hear about uncle Nigel passing. We know he's with his heavenly Father now and not in any pain. Nigel was always nice and had nothing but kind words to say. I never heard him say one bad thing about anybody. He was a true hero to have served our country. What a dedicated husband and father and grandfather he was. He will be truly missed by everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time. I love you each one! Nancy Looper

Randy, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God wrap you all in his arms and guide you through your grief. I will be praying for you all. Love, Jennifer Peden, Austin Williams, & Clayton Williams (and families)

So sorry for your family’s loss, Mr Tate was a sweet man! Love and prayers for you all!???

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.