of Bono, AR
August 30, 1939 - October 8, 2020
Lonita Tate, 81, of Bono, passed away Thursday, October 8, 2020, at her home. She was born August 30, 1939, in Bono, to Harry and Lily Puckett.
Mrs. Tate graduated from Bono High School and worked at Caterpillar Tractor Company and Sun Industries. She is a member of Bono Church of Christ. Lonita enjoyed crossword puzzles, reading and shopping.
Preceding her in death are her parents, husband of 52 years, Leo Tate; brothers, Donald Puckett, Ralph "Bo" Puckett and Douglas "Rouster" Puckett; sisters, Roberta Ware, Norma "Tiny" Wilson, Loveda Myatt and Gail Terry.
Survivors include a son, Jeffery T. Tate and wife, Peggy, of League City, Texas; nieces and nephews Kandi Myatt, Lisa Terry, Zeke Terry and a host of other nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be graveside, 11:30am, at Trinity Cemetery, Tuesday, October 13, with Richard Akin officiating. Pallbearers include L.M. Duncan, Sam Sullivan, Raymond Covey, Gaylon Tate, Billy Ray Puckett and Zeke Terry. Honorary bearers are, Nick Tate, Randy Tate, Floyd Howard, Wayne Tate, Jim Bradley and Donnie Tate.
Mrs. Tate will lie in repose Tuesday from 8:00am - 10:00am at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors Tuesday at the funeral home from 10:00am - 11:00am.
In Lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be sent to Bono Church of Christ Food Pantry at 101 Craftsbury Lane, Bono, AR 72416.
We are complying with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines and limiting indoor funeral and visitation attendance while observing social distancing guidelines. All attendees must provide and wear their own masks before entering.
Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/Jonesboro
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8 Condolence(s)
Leeann Castleberry
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Robin and Leeann Castleberry
Bono AR
Coy and Mayon Tate
Saturday, October 10, 2020
Jeff and Peggy
We are so sorry for your loss. We enjoyed over the years getting together with
your mom and dad. They were special family to us.
Dwayne and Ruthie Rouse
Saturday, October 10, 2020
We are so heart broken for your loss, we love you guys. God is still on the thorn, He is in control. May the Lord bless you and keep you. May He lift up His countenance upon you both. In Jesus name, Amen.
Vaudean Tate Nery
Saturday, October 10, 2020
My condolences for the family. She was a sweet lady and will be sorely missed. May God bless the family with peace and comfort
Evalyn Tate
Friday, October 9, 2020
Lonita was a special and true friend.
Her passing will leave a large void in my life.
Thankful I was able to spend so much time with her, Peggy and Jeff during her final weeks.
My memories of her will last forever!ðŸ'•
Fran and Rick Foreman
Friday, October 9, 2020
So sorry . Lonita was our neighbor for years they were wonderful people. Have missed them around here for years. Saw her up at bono home and chatted it up. She's home now. Praying for closure for family.
Kara Howard Flippo
Friday, October 9, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Patsy Edwards
Friday, October 9, 2020
My sincere condolences to you, Jeff and Peggy.