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David Alan Pate
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David Alan Pate, age 78, a longtime resident of Santa Cruz County, died on January 28, 2025, in Santa Cruz, California, with his devoted daughter Michelle by his side.
The eldest son of Edwin and Marilynn (Pierce) Pate, David was born in late 1946 and grew up in a close-knit cul-de-sac in Castro Valley, California. He graduated from Hayward High School in 1964 and went on to attend Chabot College. David pursued a career …
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Timeline
Born
1946
Graduated from high school
1964
Hayward, CA
Got married to Kathleen Nelson
January 30th, 1966
San Lorenzo, CA
Survived by
Michelle Pate
Daughter
Predeceased by
Kathleen Nelson
Wife
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Cause of death
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Method of disposition
Cremation
Funeral services provided by
Tulip Cremation
Hospice care provided by
Hospice of Santa Cruz County
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