Orlie Rex Cate, 86, of Piggott, Arkansas, passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2016, at the Piggott Community Hospital in Piggott, Arkansas. He was born on June 5, 1929, in Boydsville, Arkansas, and was the son of the late Roy Lee and Fannie Floyd (Benson) Cate. He was united in marriage to Lucille Scheffler on October 4, 1990, and enjoyed a wonderful twenty-five years together. Rex proudly served in the United States Army serving oversees during the Korean Conflict. He was member of Piggott Masonic Lodge #545 for over 60 years, a member of the American Legion for 59 years, and also very active in the Democratic Party. He was a longtime member of the First United Methodist Church in Piggott. Rex loved baseball, whether he was playing during his younger years, coaching Little League, or watching the St. Louis Cardinals. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Doyne L. Cate; and one sister, Mary Frances Lowery. Survivors include his wife Lucille Cate of the home; one son, Neil Cate of Little Rock, Arkansas; granddaughter, Sarah (Grant) Dubois, of Rockwall, Texas; grandson, Travis Neil Cate, of Conway, Arkansas; great-granddaughter, Charlotte Grace Dubois of Rockwall, Texas; along with many other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 13, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. in the Hoggard & Sons Chapel in Piggott, Arkansas, with Reverend Andy Newbill officiating. Burial will follow in the Piggott Cemetery. Pallbearers are Dennis Cate, Mark Howell, Mark Burris, David Gregory, Noah Gregory and David Brown. Visitation will be held Saturday, February 13, 2016, beginning at 1:00 until service time.