Roger Dale Pate, 72, of Kingsland, GA passed away on September 2, 2024 at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, GA.

Roger was born on April 10, 1952 in Moultrie, GA to the late Robert Louie Pate and Lillian Rayburn Pate. Roger grew up in Moultrie and then joined the United States Navy. He has lived in Kingsland, GA for 31 years. He was an Electrician in the Navy and retired after 21 years, he later went to work for White Oak Plantation where he did Security work and small engine repair and retired after 21 years. Roger was a member of Westside Baptist Church in St. Marys, GA and he was a Deacon at the church. He enjoyed working on automobiles and tractors, camping, and spending time with his family. He was an avid Georgia Bulldog and NASCAR fan. Roger was always there for everyone, and to help out when there was a need. He was humble, kind, caring, and most importantly he loved his family.

Survivors are his wife, Charlene Pate of Kingsland, GA, Children, Roger Dale Pate, Jr. (Tosha) of Brantley Co, Jeannie Pate (Angie) of Kingsland, GA, and Nancy Sloan (William) of Due West, SC. Brother, Billy Pate of Kingsland, GA. Grandchildren, Matthew Sloan (Ana), Emily Sloan, and Gregory Sloan.

Services for Roger will be held at Westside Baptist Church in St. Marys, GA on Friday September 6, 2024 at 11:00 am with Pastor James Roberson officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to service time.  Burial will follow at Jacksonville National Cemetery at 1:00 pm with military honors.

Allison Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.