Billie Rae McKee Tongate, 85, of Friona, passed away on December 5,
2025. Billie Rae was born in Clovis, New Mexico, on March 9, 1940, to
Ray Bert and Marie McKee.

She was preceded in death by her parents and
her sister, Karen Kay McKee Davis of Lovington, New Mexico.

Billie Rae made her home in Friona for most of her life. She was a
faithful member of Union Congregational Church and a dedicated servant
to her community. For 29 years, she worked at the Friona Texas Federal
Credit Union, where she was known for her kindness, dependability, and
genuine care for the people she served.

She is survived by her husband, Joe D. Tongate of Friona; and her three
children: Sydonia McDaniel of Lubbock, Texas; Vohnya Tongate and wife
Kelly of Shallowater, Texas; and Kemal Tongate and wife Kari of Anton,
Texas.

Billie Rae was a cherished "Grandmom" to her grandchildren—Arianna
Newman, Cole Pena, Ian McDaniel, Garrett Tongate, Guthrie Tongate, Ethan
Tongate, Logan Tongate, Regan Tongate, Cade Tongate, and Cierra
Tongate—along with her five great-grandchildren, all of whom brought her
immense joy.

Billie Rae will be remembered for her loving heart, deep devotion to her
family, and lifelong commitment to her community. Her presence will be
profoundly missed and forever treasured.

A family directed memorial service will be held on January 3, 2026 at Union
Congregational Church 1601 N. Euclid in Friona. The family would like to
visit with friends beginning at 10 am. Services will follow at 11 am.

Arrangements entrusted to HANSARD FAMILY Funeral Home of Friona.

Please sign the online guest book at: hansardfamily.com