Diahann M. Tate
March 2, 1969 - May 8, 2020
Diahann M. Tate, 51, of Point Marion, Pa., passed away Friday, May 8, 2020, at her home, following a lengthy illness. Born March 2, 1969 in Uniontown, she was a daughter of the late Robert G. and Helen (Poole) Tate. A 1988 graduate of Tri-Valley High School (Albert Gallatin), she had been employed as a installer for Superior Seamless Gutters. Diahann was a member of the F.O.E. #1932 in Point Marion, and for more than 20 years played in the Independent Pool League. Her skill at playing pool was well known in area clubs. Surviving is her spouse and partner of the past 28 years, Barbara Chekosky; two brothers, Robert Tate of Smithfield and William Tate of Uniontown; two sisters and their husbands, Tammy Fowler and John of Fairchance and Nancy Tate-Tolliver and J.T. of Uniontown; and their families. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a beloved nephew, Brandon Tate, who was raised in her home. Honoring her wishes, there will be no public visitation. A gathering of family and friends for a time of honoring Diahann will be planed once the restrictions for the current health crisis have been lifted. Arrangements are in the care of the Richard R. Herod Funeral Home, Point Marion, Philip S. Rishel, Owner and Director. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be offered to Fayette Friends of Animals, 223 Searight Herbert Road, Uniontown, PA 15401, or the Mon Health Cancer Center, 1200 J.D. Anderson Dr., Morgantown, WV 26505
Diahann M. Tate, 51, of Point Marion, Pa., passed away Friday, May 8, 2020, at her home, following a lengthy illness. Born March 2, 1969 in Uniontown, she was a daughter of the late Robert G. and Helen (Poole) Tate. A 1988 graduate of Tri-Valley... View Obituary & Service Information