Nickolas Ramirez Tate

Nickolas Ramirez Tate, 34, of Canadian, died May 3, 2018. Family and friends visitation will be 2:00–4:00 PM Sunday, May 20, 2018 at Carmichael-Whatley Funeral Directors Chapel in Canadian. Arrangements are under the direction of Carmichael-Whatley Funeral Directors of Canadian. Nickolas Ramirez Tate was born January 29, 1984 in Denison to Donna Dunn and Ralph Cano. He was raised in Borger Texas where he attended Abundant Life Church and made lots of lifelong friends. Nick was always smiling and was a sweet, kind-hearted person. He had a larger than life personality that everyone loved. Following high school graduation he followed his dream. Nick began a passion for music and acquired his talent at a very young age. Nick played various instruments, but his talent soared when he played the lead guitar. This passion and dedication over the years made him an accomplished musician, both in the studio as well as playing with various bands for live events. Nick toured across the United States as well as overseas. He enjoyed teaching music as much as he did playing. He also enjoyed playing at home with family and friends when he wasn't traveling. Nickolas Tate was a humble young man, but if you were to ask him what he thought his greatest accomplishment in life had been, he would tell you that it was his son, Tyson Tate. He will be loved and missed by many. Nick is survived by his son, Tyson Cadge Tate of Arizona; father, Ralph Cano of Amarillo; sister, Sasha Tate of Pampa; a nephew, Tyler Scott Tate, several aunts and uncles and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by his mom, Donna Cano; grandparents, Opal and Homer Dunn and Don and Margie Cano. Memorial in honor of Nick may be made to: Bivins Pointe, BSA Hospice of the Southwest, 6600 Killgore Drive, Amarillo, Texas 79106 or the American Diabetes Association, 2451 Crystal Drive, Suite 900, Arlington, Virginia 22202 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383).