of Jonesboro, AR
December 28, 1935 - December 13, 2025
Bernice Tate, 89, of Jonesboro, passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at St Bernards Medical Center. She was born on December 28, 1935, in Egypt, AR., to Ralph and Ruth Jones.
Bernice and her husband Austin were farmers in the Cash area for many years. She also retired from Walmart. She attended New Life Fellowship Church, and enjoyed cooking, sewing, gardening, camping and entertaining others.
Preceded in death by her parents, husband of 52 years, Austin Tate, sister, Naomi Smith and brother, Ray Jones.
Those left to cherish her memory are sons, Dr. Rick Tate (Stacy) of Jonesboro, Mayor Cameron Tate (Lana) of Lake City; daughter Cathy Robins (Dennis) of Collierville, TN; grandchildren, Amanda Poe (Brad), Christian Emerson (Adam), Dr. Brandon Doty, Hannah Brosmore (Cody), Chandler Tate (Hannah), Camden Tate; great grandchildren, Estella, Sterling, Adler, Jocelyn, Raegan, Tucker, Aubrey, Cache; sisters, Phyllis Saffell and Sue Fetters.
Funeral service will be on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at 2:00pm, at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home, 1900 W. Washington, with Ricky Clark officiating. Burial will follow at Markham Cemetery, Egypt.
Visitation will be from 12:30pm until time of service.
Pallbearers will be Cody Brosmore, Adam Emerson, Brad Poe, Chandler Tate, Brandon Doty and Billy Weaver.
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14 Condolence(s)
PATRICIA JOHNSON
Thursday, January 1, 2026
So sorry to hear to hear about Bernice passing but y'all will be together one day . She was always there for me , I loved her laugh and we had some good ones . I loved her very much. So sorry I didn't get to come to see all the family I had to be at the same time another service. Love all of y'all , Sincerely Pat Johnson
Greg Puckett
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Sorry to hear about the loss for the Tate family prayers
Eric and Jessica Johnson
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
You and your family are in our prayers. We love ya'll
Pamela Calhoun-Keller
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Cathy, Rick, and Cameron, I am so sorry to hear of your precious Momma's passing, but I know she is rejoicing! Heaven is surely sounding sweeter all the time! Praying for your family….Pam
Nick tate
Monday, December 15, 2025
My prayers go out to the family praying that each one of you find peace and comfort in the time of your loss and days to come.
Stephanie Patterson
Monday, December 15, 2025
I'm so sorry for your loss. She was a truly sweet soul, and I will always remember her gentle kindness and the warmth she showed so effortlessly. She had a way of making people feel seen and cared for, and those small moments of grace will stay with me. May the beautiful memories of her life bring comfort, and may her kindness continue to live on through everyone she touched.
Jeffery Tate
Sunday, December 14, 2025
My sincere condolences to all of the family. I have fond memories of Aunt Bernice and the entire family
Wendy Roedel
Sunday, December 14, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss she was a wonderful woman and she made me and my mom feel welcomed at her home and she was a considerate person that loved everyone, she will be missed I'm so glad I got to meet her. God Bless the family and their in our prayers
Terry and Liz chisnall
Sunday, December 14, 2025
Cameron we are so sorry about your Mom. We are praying for you and your family. May the Lord wrap his arms around you and and the family.
Len Ware
Sunday, December 14, 2025
Cameron & family,
I am sorry for your loss. As you grieve, may your special memories serve to comfort you and may God bless and keep you.
Sincerely,
Len Ware
Phyllis Saffell
Sunday, December 14, 2025
Will miss my sister so much but know that is completely healed now and with her Auti . She missed him so much so I know she is happy in Paradise with him. She was a great big sister and always stood with me in troubled times. She loved giving showers and I have lost count of how many she gave for weddings and babies. She will be greatly missed by our family and friends
Gail Crow
Sunday, December 14, 2025
A precious lady that made everyone feel welcome. Cathy and Rick I know your hearts are heavy with sorrow, but hope in the knowledge that just because she is gone from your site. Her spirit is still near. Your friends, Gail and Gary Crow.
Lola Ladd
Sunday, December 14, 2025
My most sincere condolences to the Tate family. She will always be missed and remembered. Especially on special holidays.
Shirley Hines
Sunday, December 14, 2025
Family in my prayers, she was a wonderful person.