Doris Williams Pate CHARLOTTE - Doris Williams Pate, 91, of Charlotte, went to be with her Lord on Sunday, October 14, 2012. Doris was born in the Clear Creek community of Mecklenburg County on April 22, 1921, the daughter of Elam and Maggie (Helms) Williams. She grew up in the area and after graduating from high school, worked in policy services for Charlotte Liberty Mutual Insurance for many years until her retirement. Doris enjoyed many things in life. As a lifetime member of Dulins Grove Advent Christian Church of Charlotte, she was blessed with a loving church family. The Lord also blessed her with her own loving family whom she enjoyed spending time with as much as possible. She will be sadly missed by them and all who knew her. Doris is survived by a son, James "Ronnie" Williams of Charlotte; two sisters: Edith McWhirter and Julia McWhirter of Mint Hill; a brother Kenneth (Ida) Williams of Charlotte; two sisters-in-law, Helen Williams of Mint Hill and Bea Williams of Midland; a daughter-in-law, Carlotta Williams, seven grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and three great great grandchildren. Doris is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Troy Pate; her parents; a son, Barry Neal Williams; a sister Elizabeth Ross; her brothers: Alvah, Douglas, and Bobby Williams; and a daughter-in-law, Deborah Deaton Williams. The family invites all to join with them and Pastor Matt Broadway in celebrating Doris' life at 12 noon on Wednesday, October 17, at the Dulins Grove Advent Christian Church, 11200 Arlington Church Road, Charlotte, NC. Friends may call upon the family at the church from 11 AM until time of service. The family has given Lowe-Neddo Funeral Home of Matthews, 704-545-3553, the privilege of serving them. Please visit www.LoweNeddoFuneralHome.com to share memories and for more information. Published in Charlotte Observer on October 16, 2012 Picture available at http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/charlotte/obituary.aspx?n=doris-pate&pid=160477785#fbLoggedOut.