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Edna K. Cate

Date of Death: February 9, 2017

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Visitation
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Sunday 2/12, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Service
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Monday 2/13, 11:00 am

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Cemetery
Location Not Available
Monday 2/13

Shenandoah Memorial Park Mausoleum
Winchester, Virginia

Edna K. Cate, 67, of Winchester, Virginia went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 9, 2017.
Mrs. Cate was born January 15, 1950 in Winchester, Virginia, the daughter of the late Charles and Helen Willis. She was employed by Handy Mart on Rt. 50 and Elks Lodge. Edna was a member of Elks 867, Eagles 824, and Moose 1367. She enjoyed working in the yard with flowers and her greatest passion was spending time with family. Edna was a special person and touched the hearts of many. She was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother….she will be truly missed.
Mrs. Cate married Nathan D. Cate on January 11, 1992 in Winchester, Virginia.
Surviving is her beloved husband, Nathan; daughters, Sheila Marks of Winchester, Virginia, Tracey Shotwell (Eddie) of Mechanicsville, Maryland, Christy Armel (Melvin) of Winchester, Virginia and Mickie Bly of Winchester, Virginia; stepsons, Nathan Cate, II of Wilmington, North Carolina, Eric Anglin of Hoxie, Arkansas, and Ricky McKee of Winchester, Virginia; sister, Charlotte Ramey (Terry) of Winchester, Virginia; brothers, Billy Willis (Diane) and Jimmy Harmon both of Winchester, Virginia; grandchildren, Jade Sager, Corey Bly (fiancé, Akila Scott), Morgan and Sarah Hill, and Madison Shotwell; great grandchildren, Alana Jefferson and Madison Weigand; three step grandchildren.
Mrs. Cate was preceded in death by her parents and grandchild, Bradley Bly.
The family will receive friends on Sunday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel with Pastor Boyce Cate officiating. Entombment will be in Shenandoah Memorial Park Mausoleum, Winchester, Virginia.
Pallbearers will be Donnie Carver, Corey Bly, Jeff Gochenour, Eddie Shotwell, Ricky McKee, Teddy Carter. Honorary pallbearers will be Terry Oates and Buzz Sandy.

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Visitation
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Map
Sunday 2/12, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Map
Monday 2/13, 11:00 am
Cemetery
Location Not Available
Monday 2/13

Shenandoah Memorial Park Mausoleum
Winchester, Virginia

Edna K. Cate, 67, of Winchester, Virginia went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 9, 2017. Mrs. Cate was born January 15, 1950 in Winchester, Virginia, the daughter of the late Charles and Helen Willis. She was employed by Handy Mart on Rt. 50 and Elks Lodge. Edna was a member of ElksContinue Reading

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Carol Jean left a message on February 23, 2017:
I miss you every day I love you Edna
Gail Travis left a message on February 14, 2017:
My sincere prayers and condolences for Edna's loved ones. May she rest peacefully. God bless.
Brian & Dedra Settlemoir (Brittany & Kaitlyn) left a message on February 13, 2017:
Very sorry to hear about Aunt Edna. She was a sweet lady, and will be greatly missed. Prayers for the family. God Bless!
Sandy Nesselrodte left a message on February 13, 2017:
Sorry for your loss, I worked with Edna many years ago at O'Sullivan and she was such a sweet heart! Prayers for Sheila and Mickie (my little buddy). Rest I Peace Edna, you will be missed by many.
Paul Morel left a message on February 12, 2017:
Sorry for your loss. In our thoughts and Prayers. From Paul & Becky Morel, Elks 867
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Bobby Herrell left a message on February 12, 2017:
RIP Edna, you will be missed greatly.
James Yancey SR. & Family left a message on February 12, 2017:
She was a long time friend and neighbor, condolences to Sheila and the rest of her family....
Judy Robertson - Farley F.O.E. Va. PMP left a message on February 12, 2017:
Sincere sympathy goes out to this family. You will each be in my prayers
Judy Robertson - Farley F.O.E. Va. PMP left a message on February 12, 2017:
My sincere sympathy goes out to this family. May the Lord wrap you in his arms and may you find comfort in your memories in times to come. Prayers for you all.
Gail Mallory Johnson left a message on February 12, 2017:
My thoughts and prayers to Nathan, Christy, Mickie, Tracey, Sheila and all of the family. Edna provided everyone with such beautiful memories. Her smile and beautiful spirit will live on as you all show the same kindness to everyone you meet. I know the first thing she did was give Bradley a great big hug. Thinking of you. Gail
Dian Lineberg left a message on February 12, 2017:
Prayers to your family. May fond & happy memories lessen the pain.
Teresa Clowser left a message on February 12, 2017:
I'll always remember Edna as a beautiful lady with a bright smile. She was always so kind to me and she will be missed by so many. I know you all have many wonderful memories of her.
Zonetta left a message on February 11, 2017:
Will always remember the Beautiful smile of a lovely Woman. Will truly be missed. Love Zonetta, Akila and Greg.
Connie Bradley left a message on February 11, 2017:
Prayers of love and strength in the loss of a beautiful person.
Connie Bradley left a message on February 11, 2017:
Sending our heartfelt love and care for the loss of a beautiful lady...from larry and Connie.
Steve and Connie White left a message on February 11, 2017:
Edna you will be missed by all the hearts you have touched here on earth. Your smiles, your laughter, your hugs and that upbeat personality of yours will always be remembered in the hearts you have touched. We love you Edna ! Rest In Peace. ??
Steve and Connie White left a message on February 11, 2017:
Edna we will miss seeing and hearing you around the Elks. Your beauty, smiles and love for others will be greatly missed. Please know Edna that you were loved my many and that your beauty and love will live on in the hearts that you touched here on earth. We love you Edna. Rest In Peace.
Margery (Handymart family) left a message on February 11, 2017:
I will always remember your kindness and that great smile edna!
Leah smith left a message on February 11, 2017:
My gosh I love you aunt Edna , you mean the world to me and were always such a huge part of my life . I will miss you much and love you always .. with all my heart ! I always counted on that bright smile and hugs and loves . Rest easy my amazing aunt Edna !!
Kelly Loomis left a message on February 11, 2017:
Sorry for your loss. Edna was a fun person to work with at Handy Mart
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Cindy left a message on February 11, 2017:
Edna, We will miss you so much. You were the light of our life on Thursday nights. We love you. Cindy, Sissy, Page and Laurie.
Tracie Reed left a message on February 10, 2017:
The most Incredible Moment in my life I'll never forget...Night before my wedding in Jamica, She, I, Mike & Nathan in a Japenese Resturant...She gave me the most incredible belly laugh that will never be matched! That will be with me forever.
Melissa Barb left a message on February 10, 2017:
Aunt Edna words don't describe what you meant to me. I can't remember a time in my life that you weren't a huge part of. You had a unique bond with each and every person you loved. You loved us all the way we needed to be loved without any judgment. I love you with all I got and I will miss you dearly. Until we meet again.
Tracie Reed left a message on February 10, 2017:
May you rest peacefully in the Arms of Jesus. Until we meet again. Love you
Tracie Reed left a message on February 10, 2017:
Such a beautiful lady with the most gorgeous smile...I have thought of her often through the years. Sweet lady....you rest in peace...I have always and will think of you often. Love you pretty lady
Cookie & Sammy left a message on February 10, 2017:
Rest in Peace Girl Friend - We will miss your ever presents and smile -Thursdays will never be the Same
staci westfall left a message on February 10, 2017:
Edna Cate, your smile and that fiery red hair lit up every room you walked in. Your laugh and your hugs will be missed. Lady, you were one in a million! Rest In Peace!
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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