Martha Apple Pate, 91, of Asheboro, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2026, in her home surrounded by family.  She was preceded in death by her husband, George Thomas Pate Sr., and was the beloved mother of Lois Ann Bagley and Tommy Pate.  She is also deeply loved by her son-in-law, Rass, and daughter-in-law, Ginger, along with her five grandchildren, Carrie and her husband Jacob, Emily and her husband James, Missy and her husband to be Aaron, Casey and George and his wife Mackenzie and five great-grandchildren, Smith, Zack, Maddie, Believe, and Olivia, who knew her as Mamaw.

Martha was a faithful member of First Presbyterian Church of Asheboro, North Carolina, where she was the chief biscuit maker for Wednesday night suppers.  Her biscuits were legendary!

Martha trusted in Jesus as her Lord and Savior.  She found strength in the words of Psalm 23: "The Lord is my shepherd: I shall not want."  She loved opening her home for Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings.  Her kitchen was famous for the best green beans, corn, and Thanksgiving dressing.

She will be remembered for her faith and love of family.

Special thanks to her caregivers...Denise, Joan, Penny, Jasmine, Holly, Taylor, Rosa, Stacey, Cassie, Cynthia, and Kathy.  Also special thanks to Gentiva Hospice and their nurses, Charley, Ashley, Teresa, Maureen, and Kristen.  All of the folks became part of the family!

In lieu of flowers, please donate to First Presbyterian Church, 420 W. Walker Street, Asheboro, North Carolina, 27203 and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.  

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 11:00 am at the Randolph Memorial Park Mausoleum with Pastor Brian Rummage officiating.