Wilma Lee Rutherman Tate "Grandma Mimi" 1925 ~ 2011
Born in Robinson, IL. Married William H. Tate who was and will always be the love of her life. Of all the roles she filled in her life, by far her most successful was her skill at being a grandmother. Her grandchildren were truly the reason for going on without Dad. She has joined him in heaven, whisked off on the wings of a shiny black crow. Mom encouraged us to explore, create and share our talents. Whether it was a blue cake with purple icing or a musical instrument that they couldn't afford, she was always our champion. She never met a stranger, and was generous with anything that she had to give. She will be so dearly missed by all who loved her. Survived by children: Romedy Lee Murrow, Terry N. and Nancy Tate, Dendra and Glade Player, Catherine Ann Nelson; grandchildren: Nik Murrow and David Peterson, Joel and Jeff Bissett, Trent Tate, Cassie and Clint Player, Grady Player and Marci Konecny, Chad and Teresa Player, Greg and Bernice Pearson, Cherell and Aaron Jordin; great- grands: Jordan, Hailee, Ryder, Calla, Clancy James, Kenzie, Alex, Nick, Christopher, AJ and Mikal Veronica. Friends and family are invited to celebrate her life at her home on Sunday, March 13th from 5-8 p.m.