Neil Foster Tate

Neil passed away peacefully, at home, surrounded by family at the age of 94.

He served in the Navy for four years and worked as a machinist in New Mexico before retiring to his hometown of McClure.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Joann (Sherman) and children, Alan Tate (Allen) and Diana Baca (Gerald), sisters, Camilla Batipps and Kay Richards, son-in-law Paul Minsker, four grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents Joe Foster and Cleone (Fultz), siblings Marge, Bob, Rodney, Bill, Shirley, Jerry, Lee, Dave and Don, as well as a daughter Stephanie Minsker.

Neil enjoyed fishing, woodworking crafts, cooking and canning and enjoyed sharing and helping others.

Neil joined the US Navy at the age of 17 and was discharged as a quartermaster second class aboard the PCE 877.

His generous spirit will be missed by all who knew him.

The family would also like to thank the UPMC Hospice nurses: Amy, Laura, Debra, Vicki, and Samantha.

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, July 7, 2025, at Birch Hill Cemetery, Burnham, with Pastor Randy Traxler officiating.

Arrangements are under the care of Heller-Hoenstine Funeral Home, 108 First Avenue, Burnham.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.hellerhoenstinefuneralhome.com. 

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