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David Tate Obituary
David was raised in Cortez and Dolores. He graduated from Dolores High School in 1962 and continued on to Fort Lewis College. David's career in Social Services spanned over 30 years including directing five facilities for developmentally disabled citizens. He returned to spent the last 20+ years in the Cortez area.
He is survived by his mother Arveda Thurman (Wayne); siblings Darrell Tate (Mary McMillan), Kathy Levesque, Gary Coster, Luanne Beatty (Rick); and 17 nieces and nephews.
He was preceded by his father Eddie Frances Tate; grandmother Bessie Hinton; and siblings Byron Francis Tate (Judy) and Penny Lynn Smith-Sorlagas (Randy).
With the heart of a servant, David lovingly cared for all that were fortunate to be part of his life. He loved reading, dancing and Dolly Parton. He will be remembered as a loving son and brother. He was everyone's confidant, though very private himself. He was genuine, with a quick wit, great sense of humor and an astute perspective on life.
A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.
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her
June 19, 2025
this is my great uncle, just learning about him
Janice Cheney Schow
December 3, 2020
Arvada and family,
I’m sorry for the loss of your beloved David. I remember how much Penny loved and admired him. I remember the two of you dancing and how he helped you the summer you worked at Trout Lake. I remember him as such a kind person. May God hold you close as you face this loss.
SANDRA REXIUS
October 26, 2020
We went to Salt Lake City on the All Round Student Trip in about 1959. Mrs. Ripley was our chaperone and we had a fun and educational week. David and I rode in the first seat on the roller coaster time after time. We saw Ben-Hur and enjoyed a concert by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. I am sending sincere sympathy to David's family and friends.
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