Ruby Tate, 81, of Big Spring, formerly of Midland, died on Thursday, August 11, 2005, at her residence. Graveside funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM Monday, August 15, 2005 at Resthaven Memorial Park, Midland with Rev. Joe Torres, chaplain with Home Hospice, officiating.She was born on March 24, 1924, in Howard County and married Richard Tate on April 26, 1943 in Big Spring. He preceded her in death on September 19, 1981.Mrs. Tate was a longtime Midland resident and was office manager for the geological library for Ordovician for 25 years in downtown Midland before retiring.She was a loving mother, grandmother and aunt and will be greatly missed. Her dogs, Prissy and Joey, were very special to her and will miss her. She was a member of the Church of Christ.Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Michael and Carol Tate of Omaha, Nebraska; two granddaughters, Shannon Tate and Kerin Tate both of Kansas City, Missouri; two nieces, Rita Faulkner of Big Spring and Lisa Jordan of Euless; a number of other nieces and nephews; several great nieces and nephews and her special caregivers, Carmen Hernandes, Christina Hernandes, Joan Garver and Jackie Hill. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Jennifer and Tina at Home Hospice. She was also preceded in death by one son, Craig Tate on January 9, 1971; her parents, Walter and Elizabeth Harrell; two sisters, Lottie Parks and Pauline Sundy and two brothers, Raymond Harrell and Eldon Harrell. Pallbearers will be Gary Faulkner, Clay Faulkner, Mark Sundy, Bob Parks, Wesley Parks and Taylor Parks.Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com,
