Robert Michael “Mike” Mate, 74, of Coldwater passed away Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at ProMedica Coldwater Regional Hospital.
Visitation Monday, September 9, 2024 from 3:00-8:00 p.m. at the Eagle Funeral Home-George White Chapel in Quincy with military honors starting at 3:00 p.m. Following his request, cremation will follow.
He was born April 7, 1950 in Billings, Montana to Robert J. Mate and Helen A. (Watkins) Mate. Mike married Anne Louise (McMillen) on August 17, 1974 and she survives.
Mike graduated from Coldwater High School in 1970. He was drafted by the United State Army and he served during the Vietnam War. Mike owned and operated Mike’s Lawn and Trim Service for many years. He was a member of the Quincy American Legion and also the Coldwater Church of the Nazarene.
Mike enjoyed playing the guitar, golfing, fishing and hunting. He was an avid U of M, Detroit Tigers and Lions fan. He loved watching sports and classic cars.
In addition to his wife, Anne, Mike is survived by one daughter, Melissa Doerr of Angola; one son, Adam Mate of Texas; brother-in-law, Steven Wolfinger; two sisters-in-law, Earlean Mate, Ginnell Tingle; nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Robert Leo Mate; one sister, Barb Wolfinger and two brothers, Patrick Mate and Jerry Tingle.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the Humane Society of Branch County.
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