William Dee Pate "Dub" was born on September 29, 1941, in Hayti, Missouri. He passed away in Ridgely, Tennessee, on September 21, 2025. He was 83 years of age.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Tommy and Genevieve Pate, and wife: Judy Pate.

Dub was a loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He graduated with a bachelor's degree from the University of Mississippi and served in the United States Air Force.  He was a long-time member and former deacon of the First Baptist Church in Hayti, Missouri. He loved staying busy and working. He owned his own tax service and insurance office for many years. Although his biggest job was trying to keep his son, Brad, in line. Dub enjoyed watching football and Nascar.  He was a big fan of Ole Miss and Dale Earnhardt, Sr.

He leaves the following behind to cherish his memory:

Son: Brad (Tiffany) Pate of Troy, TN.

2 Grandchildren: Brittney (Danny) Clark of Newbern, TN.

John Michael Pate of Brandon, MS.

3 Great Grandchildren: Jayden and Rylan Theilacker, and Madilyn Clark

Half Brother: Tommy Pate of Alabama

And a host of special friends.

Funeral services will be held Friday, September 26, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at the John W. German Funeral Home in Hayti, MO., with Brother Mark Hoover officiating. Burial will be held in Dunklin Memorial Gardens in Kennett, MO. Pallbearers are Greg Duffy, Chris Turnage, Caleb Duffy, Josh Rousell, Jayden Theilacker, and John Michael Pate.