Wednesday, May 6, 2026 12:12 pm

Calvin Russell Tate, age 57, of Sunshine, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Nona Parker Tate; his father, Carl Tate; and his grandparents, Charlie and Ellen Murray, and Floyd and Lucy Tate.

Calvin is survived by his children, Helix Tate (Steven) of Florida, Brittany Farmer (Robbie) of Burlington, Keylon Tate (Brittany) of Forest City, five grandchildren, his mother, Malena Tate; his significant other, Deanna Tate Lynch; his siblings, Aaron Tate (Wanda) and Darlene McGinnis (Reggie); and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

He attended East Rutherford High School and was of the Baptist faith. Calvin was known for working with his hands, especially when it came to cars. He had a gift for auto body work and could make just about anything drivable again.

A memorial service will be held at 4pm Friday, May 8 at Mountain View Baptist Church in Bostic with Rev. Clayton Hartsell officiating. Inurnment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.

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Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.