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Dr. Stan Dale Founder of the Human Awareness Institute, & longtime national radio personality, passed away peacefully June 8, 2007. Proceeded in death by beloved wife, Helen. Survived by loving wife, Janet. Father of six children and 10 grandchildren. Founding the Love, Intimacy & Sexuality workshops in 1968, Stan's teachings, workshops and citizen diplomacy missions, have profoundly touched hundreds and thousands of people globally. Recipient of seven lifetime achievement awards including the Mahatma Gandhi Humanitarian of the Year award. Author of "Fantasies Can Set You Free," "My Child Myself" and contributor to numerous publications. Stan's life has been dedicated to the fundamental beliefs of "unconditional love" and "creating a world where everyone wins." In support of his life's work, memorial donations may be sent to: the Human Awareness Institute, 700 Widgeon St., Foster City, CA 94404, www.hai.org.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Jun. 12, 2007.

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Karin ingvardsen

May 15, 2023

Sending all the Dales much love

Scott Dale

May 13, 2023

Well, here I am asking you to take good care or Rex. 16 years since you transitioned into your spiritual journey.
Rex is finally at peace. He fought cancer as well as he could.
Every conversation we had together, especially in the last few months.
We always made sure we were complete.
Just as it was with Helen first, then you and now Rex.
I´m sure you have also seen Jay by now.
Mona´s husband passed 2 days after Rex.
We are all asking for prayers to Ramona, your baby girl for she is recovering from a serious surgery a few weeks ago.
As for me, well, I am finally starting to tell your life story...
Thank you for being who you were and always encouraging me to be the best me everyday of my life.
By the way, Janet is doing an incredible job of being the Purlove you always told everyone she was.
Even the license plate you got her saying just that : PURLOVE

I MISS YOUR KIND WORDS

I always have
And I always will Love you

Scotty D

Karin ingvardsen

June 6, 2021

Sending you much love dear Stan
Karin

Karin ingvardsen

December 29, 2020

Thinking of you today,what would you have done doing this coronavirus?
Love you.
Karin Ingvardsen

Robert Ohlendorf

December 28, 2020

I came to this site out of curiosity for my old radio friend Stan Dale. I'm guessing that Janet is long gone also but thought if the family is still monitoring this site they'd still appreciate hearing from an appreciative fan of Stan's. I was one of the lucky one whose life he touched here in Chicago while working the graveyard shift in a downtown office building when I was 20 years old. I've still got a copy of I'm ok you're ok and a hand written note from him wishing me warm fuzzies at the end. I just wanted to let you know that I'll always remember how he helped a young man like me open my mind to better options in dealing with our complex world.
Sincerely,
Bob Ohlendorf

Janet Dale

June 8, 2020

My dearest Stan, you have been gone for 13 years today. It at times feels like ages ago and other times like yesterday. Your legacy lives on and I carry you in my heart always. With all my being, heart and soul I love you! I am grateful for the 30 years we spent together!

Phyllis Kaplan

June 7, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. I cherish our time in China and Tahiti and hearing you say I get an A plus in hugging. You are a universal love expander.

Karin ingvardsen

June 6, 2020

ending you loving thoughts dear Stan

June 20, 2019

Stan,
Thanks for encouraging me to come out of the closet as a gay man in 1975. It changed my life forever.
Love Ken Booth, Sebastopol CA.

Janet Dale

June 8, 2019

Dearest Stan, I love you and carry you always in my heart.

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Janet Dale

June 8, 2019

Dearest Stan, It has been twelve years since you left us. You have touched so many of us with you love. Thank you! We always celebrated anniversaries and this one counts. I toast you with gratitude and profound love!

June 6, 2019

Thinking of you and sending you love
Karin ingvardsen

March 6, 2019

I love Stan Dale more than ever. You are always with me!

June 8, 2015

It has been eight years since you have gone. Darling Stan I love you always and cherish our life together. The family is great and Natasha graduated this weekend and had a beautiful ball dance party. Love you More!

Ron Brew

February 7, 2015

Dear Stan,
You made such a difference in my life and who I am today, I wish you could have been there in armstrong woods on 9/28/13 when I was finally able to marry the man I love.
I have fond memories of the early days of the Sex Workshops and how ground-breaking they were.
Your memory and good work live on in the hearts of all you touched. With much love to Janet, Ron Brew

Nancy Mower

October 9, 2014

In this moment you are alive in me and in my life. I so enjoyed the photo gallery as I hadn't looked at it before and I have such a beautiful memory of you in that pool in Hawaii welcoming me into your arms and asking me how my love life was going. You wanted to hear it all and I wanted to speak it. Your eternal love helps me love eternally, your compassion unleashes mine, living by your example, Stan.

Karin Ingvardsen

August 20, 2014

Dearest Stan,
My dear son Erik was killed July 8th,I hope he is with you.
I am sending both of you love.
Karin

August 15, 2014

August 15, 2014 - Happy 46th Birthday HAI!! Happy Birthday Stan!! Thank you for your passion and vision creating HAI! You are still the wind beneath my wings. I'm still taking care of our baby that has grown beautifully. I love you will all my heart and soul.

Janet Dale

June 7, 2014

Darling Stan, Seven years ago on June 8th you needed to leave us. I love you, I adore you and miss you! You are always with me my love!

December 2, 2013

I love you so very much my darling! You are in my heart and with me always.

June 12, 2013

Stan, I feel your guidance even tho we never met on the physical plane. Keep it comin'--my receptors are open.
Love,
Ava

Shekinah Shephard

June 9, 2013

My life and love would not be as rich and deep if it were not for you Stan Dale. You are forever deep within my heart. Clive and I always think of you when we honor our relationship. This work was the start of being a human being in Love with Love.

Robyn Mailman

June 8, 2013

Stan, your work and legacy have changed how I live my life. I now approach each and every day from a place of love. My life is so enriched by the Human Awareness Institute. Robyn ( Sydney, Australia)

Nancy & Steve & Paul von Seebach

June 8, 2013

Dear sweet sweet Stan,
Thank you and bless you for all the joy and blessings that you provided my dear sweet sis Janet with all those years. You two were and are pure love! You are and will be in the Crouse families hearts now and forever. WE SO PRAISE GOD FOR YOU STAN!

Janet MacKenzie

June 8, 2013

It is because of Stan's life work that I can say my life is more rich and meaningful.

June 8, 2013

Darling Stan, Six years ago today you left us. You live now in my memories, heart, soul and in the energy through HAI. Our baby is thriving and I'm sure your proud. I love you so very much and always will. Our connection can never be broken. See you again some day somewhere in time. Forever in Love, Janet

Elizabeth Powers

January 11, 2013

Dear Stan,
2012 was a year of exponential changes and has brought me back to Nor Cal and the HAI community once again. I feel and hear your words of love and encouragement and see the mirror of your love in the eyes of each and every HAI friend with whom I connect and reconnect after almost 20 years of being apart. I've come home to a place you created and I'm grateful to be able to create a room of love every where I go.

karin ingvardsen

January 8, 2013

Darling Stan happy New Year

John Wilson

January 2, 2013

5 and a half years, wow time flies. Our birthdays were close; yours the 20th, mine the 25th. Won't be long now I hope to see you up there. Love to Janet and the HAI family who still keep this site up to remember you and them by.

December 31, 2012

Darling Stan another year has passed since you have gone. I will toast with our special champagne glasses tonight at midnight welcoming in 2013. I carry you always in my heart and cherish the years you, Helen and I had. You are loved always.

John Wilson

February 1, 2012

Always in my heart Stan, Janet and Helen. 25 years seems like a short time ago. Love always. I now live in Florida.

Bill Rector

January 31, 2012

Stan. I remember my first workshop in the mid 80's . It was one that you facilitated. I lost touch with HAI for a longtime & have just returned to doing workshops. You are incredible. I hope we meet again. Thank you so much for helping me change my life. Love you. Need to write something to Helen.
Bye for now
Bill

November 5, 2011

Darling Stan,
Today is our 34th anniversary of our hearts melting together. I miss hearing your voice and feeling your touch. My love you are always in my heart and soul.
Love Your Jan!

Odild cONNOR

October 25, 2011

Stan rescued me many years ago in Chicago. He taught me how to live, to be happy, and to come out of my shyness and fear. Although I lost touch with him fof so many, many years I never fogot how wonderful he was to me. He was an incredible man. Odile Connor

Sue Kamlet

October 22, 2011

Stan,

The years have not dimmed either the memory of your beautiful smile or the effect that you have had on my life and on the lives of so many of my loved ones. You were and are my teacher, my mentor, my role model and my second father. You are and will always be in my heart, sweet Angel. I love you.

October 3, 2011

Dearest Stan,
You've been very busy lately and I'm sending this message of appreciation for leading me to your old buddy Joshua Bagby who is now my partner in Soul Embraces. We are carrying on your legacy in our own unique way and feel guided by your voice that is ever present in our minds. You've been a powerful influence on both of our lives and we will be forever grateful for your love. You will be part of every soul embrace we share and teach others to do the same.

Namaste,

Josh & Elizabeth

Roland Fitz-Gerald

August 29, 2011

Stan
I think of you often, you changed my life.
With pure love Roland

Sasha Dale

June 24, 2011

Dear Grandpa Stan,
Not a day passes by where I don't catch myself thinking of you and the enormous impact you have had on my life. I will never forget, and will continue to cherish, all of the times I spent with you.
I love you

June 10, 2011

Loving you dear Stan.
Karin

Griselda Tello

June 9, 2011

Dearest Stan, I have been thinking of you since yesterday, and today I had the opportunity to share a delicious meal with a wonderful friend and she allowed me that space to share my heart and I told her all about Stan Dale and HAI...well, you know how I can get, laughs*...she wanted to know more. You are in my heart forever. Gris

Janet Dale

June 8, 2011

My Love,
Today is the four year anniversary you needed to leave us. You are forever with me and in my heart.
Love Always, Your Darling Janet

Janet Dale

March 20, 2011

Darling Stan,
You will always be my guiding light!
I love you so very much.
Thank you for the most wonderful 30 years and for being my beloved husband. Love Always, Your Janet

joe garrett

March 10, 2011

I served with Stan in Korea, working daily alongside him in the American Forces Korea Network. When Stan rotated home in 1956, I succeeded him in a special assignment in Japan at Far East Network, writing and producing, "Salute to You", a program of commanding General I.D. White, saluting a unit under his command each week. Much later, joan and I visited Stan and Helen in Chicago. Stan was a warm and wonderful guy, and I regarded him a good friend.

Joe Garrett
La Quinta, California

Stan, the marrying man

Marc Fine

December 23, 2010

Claire Lichter

December 21, 2010

I know that your love was so strong that we will all feel it and you for the rest of our lives. Miss seeing you but you are in my heart and that's what counts.

December 20, 2010

12/20/10
Happy Birthday Darling Stan!
You are near and dear to my heart every moment.
Love Always, Janet

April 16, 2010

AAAH STAN DALE WE KNEW HIM WELL
MAY HE FLY AND SING WITH ANGELS AND
RE-VISIT US AGAIN STAN THE WORLD
NEEDS YOUR TIRELESS ENERGY
THANKS FOR YOUR KINDNESS

BILL ROBERTS HOUSTON
FORMER LUPIN MEMBER
FROM SAN JOSE/CAMPBELL

John Prusa

January 11, 2010

I just read your story in Chicken Soup and it brought tears to my eyes as I relived precious memories of the countless number of people I have met during my world travels. I always felt so blessed and sometimes wondered what I did to deserve such special treatment. Your words of the Russian people are words that describe the people I met too. I feel a kinship to you and realize you are just like me.

December 20, 2009

Happy Birthday Darling,
Today 12/20/09 would be your 80th birthday my love. As I look at our star tonight I so can feel your love and energy. You are forever in my thoughts and heart. You are still touching peoples lives and making them for the better. My promise to you was to ensure that HAI continues on forever. My love in 11 days HAI becomes HAI Global as a non profit orgainzation. We did it! You will continue touching peoples lives.
Thank you for your passion, vision and profound love for all of us.
I celbrate and toast you darling.
Every beat of my heart is a part of you. I love you forever and know we will be together Somewhere in time.
I love you with all my heart, always
Your Janet AKA Pure Love

November 14, 2009

Hi Stan.
Its Thanksgiving next week.
Thank You fore being part of my Life.
Love is life and life is love.
Karin

Andrea Alexander

November 12, 2009

Stan I miss you. I found you and your workshops in 1982 (I think). You and Janet spoke at a psych class I was in (as my guest) at San Jose City College the next summer. At the time, I was caught off guard when I was asked to introduce the two of you. I still regret my complete "brain freeze" at that moment. I thought (and think) so highly of you and Janet and Helen; I wish I'd communicated that then. Bless you all, and your families. I thank God for bringing Stan and all of you into my life. You still affect my life today; I'm a better person for having known you.

Randy Holmes

April 29, 2009

I met Stan Dale many years ago at the harbin Hot springs workshop.I also met my wife at a Stan Dale Trellis Lecture at the Bold knight in Sunnyvale,Ca 25 years ago.Many Thanks to Stan & Helen Dale,my life was enriched & changed forever ! Randy Holmes

Nancy Newlin

February 25, 2009

I first met Stan and Helen in 1979 at one of his early workshops at Harbin Hot Springs when the workshop was held in Stone Front and HAI was not yet even a dream. My heart is overflowing with gratitude for his life's work through which I met many wonderful people and that has so made me into the woman I am today, free to express my love and sexuality and to be truly intimate with the people I love.

With love to Janet and all those who carry on his work.

Marc Fine

January 23, 2009

Thank you, Stan for making a marriage that sticks. Tess and I will be eternally grateful. And thank you for being love and being such a great friend and teacher.

Ellen Brodsky

November 22, 2008

I love you, Stan. You made such a huge difference to my life. Thank you so much for your bravery.

Thank You Stan from Lyn and Karen

Karen Maj

November 15, 2008

Oh my goodness Stan. I bookmarked the HAI California page because I live in California now and discovered you had passed on. My partner, lyn, and I used to live in Michigan. We were a part of the HAI family there. One evening, you had flown into Detroit and graciously, even though you were tired, came to our home where we had dinner and opened up our arms to one another along with many of our HAI family that evening. I will always remember. My partner, lyn, has passed on also; it's been so difficult as not one day goes by that I don't think of her. I imagine both you and lyn have recognized one another again and that is beautiful! You know, it's not that I don't want to continue on in the spirit of Love; it's just that it's difficult to find people who understand and I know that to live in Love would also honor lyn. Thank you Stan for creating HAI. An evening workshop in Southfield, Michigan was something that lyn and I took the risk to do...and our lives were forever changed and our lives together: began. I've been going through some difficult times...I had a flash of insight to check to see the HAI web page in California. And you know what? I know both lyn and you are looking out for me. My most soulfelt Love and gratitude, Karen Maj

karin ingvarden

November 8, 2008

Hi Stan'
Thinking of you.
Love Karin

Shekinah Shephard

June 16, 2008

Dear Stan,

Clive and I lit a candle for your Year's Anniversary, thinking of you always with joy in our hearts and lots of love for you.

Love,

Clive and Shekinah

karin ingvardsen

June 15, 2008

Hi Stan.
Over a year has gone by.Hope you are well and happy in your new life?
I willl alwayes love you.
Karin

Vic Shapiro

June 4, 2008

I experienced the Level I seminar years ago and, since then, Stan's image in my mind--a sense of his loving attitude--I turn to for wisdom.

Stan, Helen & Janet Dale

Janet Dale

April 28, 2008

Our 31st anniversary just passed and I want to share a photo of Stan, Helen & I. I love you more than ever! Thank you for our blessed years.
With all my heart, Janet

karin ingvardsen

February 25, 2008

Hi Stan.
Thinking of you and loving you.
Karin ingvardsen

Anthony Pizzoferrato

November 19, 2007

Dear Janet & Helen & friends at HAI,

We did'nt realize that Stan had crossed over. I am sure he is lighting up the skies with stars wherever he sees darkness. He was and is a great man in our memories.
Stan was officiator at our weddding. He made everyone feel loved and part of our circle. Pete and I will never forget his words of wisdom and openess and acceptance. You are missed Stan we love you and alwyas will. We took your advice and are no longer fighting the universe but flowing with it. Good things are happening as a result. I am becoming a nurse and Pete is working in L.A. Our love is as strong as ever and growing. Grateful for all your love and warm hugs.

special hugs to Janet & Helen & Penny too & Love and Hugs to all from
Anthony & Peter in San Diego

Anthony Pizzoferrato

November 19, 2007

Dear Janet & Helen & friends at HAI,

We did'nt realize that Stan had crossed over. I am sure he is lighting up the skies with stars wherever he sees darkness. He was and is a great man in our memories.
Stan was officiator at our weddding. He made everyone feel loved and part of our circle. Pete and I will never forget his words of wisdom and openess and acceptance. You are missed Stan we love you and alwyas will. We took your advice and are no longer fighting the universe but flowing with it. Good things are happening as a result. I am becoming a nurse and Pete is working in L.A. Our love is as strong as ever and growing. Grateful for all your love and warm hugs.

special hugs to Janet & Helen & Penny too &
Love and Hugs to all from
Anthony & Peter in San Diego

Greg Goodson

October 7, 2007

I loved Stan through the medium of radio - before I knew it was Stan. What a wonderful gift to meet him so many years later. Stan embodied the truth of unconditional love, and spread love wherever his path took him. He brought so much into my life - into my heart. He will truly live in my heart forever. I love you Stan....Big Soft Warm Hugs to you forever, Greg Goodson

karin ingvardsen

September 24, 2007

Hi Stan.
Just me thinking of you.
I love you Karin

Marcia Hughes

September 23, 2007

Dear Janet and all of Stan's family, I listened religiously to Stan on my little radio years ago. He brought me order in a very chaotic world. His was a sane voice in a very crazy world. He brought me answers and peace. He really made an impact on my life. I was living in the nurses quarters and working in Occupational Therapy at a county home near Chicago. As it turned out It was my life's work, I later attended university, got my degree, and continued doing what I loved best. I also did some volunteer work for Peace with International Voluntary Service in England and Belfast Northern Ireland working with the children there in that war weary place. Later my husband, a teacher, and I took troubled teenagers into our home one at a time in lieu of detention sentences as they were already in trouble with the law. We also raised two of my younger sisters. Later we cared for my father who had altzheimers disease until he died. He only spent his last four days in the hospital. Through the years I remembered Stan and the contribution he made to my life and to many others. I never got to meet him unfortunately. I never even knew about the Human Awareness Institute. I just googled his name to see if he was still using his voice for peace. I was deeply saddened to learn of his passing. I cried, Then I read all of the entrys in this guest book. It is a comfort that the institute lives on so that someday hopefully I will be able to attend one of the workshops. Mr. Stan Dale was a great compassionate force. His huminatarian efforts made a wonderful difference in so many people's lives. I will pray very hard for Janet, also his children, grandchildren, and all of his loved ones.

Carl Schroeder

September 12, 2007

Stan Dale made a positive difference in my life thanks to his Human Awareness Insitute workshops. I met him at a four-hour session he conducted at a Mensa annual meeting several years ago, and was VERY impressed. Subsequently I attended workshops 1 - 4 at Harbin Hot Springs, and what I learned at those workshops have improved my life. Thanks, Stan, for making a difference.

Chuck Stine

September 11, 2007

To Stan,
I met you once and spoke with you once, but your work has changed my life. In our one conversation, I have never felt so heard and so seen. You were so there for me. As have so many people that I have had the good grace to meet through your HAI. I have a home, a community now, and I know there are people just like me, who need love and compassion and aren't afraid to ask for it. May blessings follow you for the rest of eternity, as I pray and feel they will for me, partly due to you and your love.
With love,
Chuck

Stephen Clark

September 7, 2007

Dear Stan,

You and Helen showed me the way out of fear of not being love 39 years ago in a workshop in Ukiah. Since then, love has been my way home. I'm sure you are still showering love to everyone and everything in this beautiful world. Thank you for your love - it will always be with me. Stephen

Nikki

September 7, 2007

No matter how big I could think you always had an idea bigger than that and no matter how big I could love you could always love that much more.
You have been my mentor, my father and my friend. I will miss you so much

Doug & Kristi Ketchum

August 27, 2007

My wife Kristi and I consider ourselves lucky to have been among those whose lives were touched by Stan Dale. His message of love made each of us a better person and the world a better place. There can be no greater tribute for any of us in this lifetime. Thank you Stan! Though our walk together was brief, we will always carry the lessons learned. Our thoughts are with you Janet, with much love…

Steve Trinward

August 15, 2007

I just saw this notice while revisiting the HAI website. Sad not to have another chance to cross paths, but eternally greatful for the work Stan did and HAI continues to do. Among the most profound experiences in my life so far, and continuing to resonate.

Laurie Rosenblum

August 15, 2007

I am so grateful for all that Stan brought to this world! HAI and Stan's loving presence have made such a big difference in my life and will continue to always.
Thank you, Stan!

Dan Murphy

August 8, 2007

I met Stan Dale in 1992 at my first HAI workshop. As he did his
usual introduction, including his past work in radio, I thought,
"Great! Another old radio guy." At the beginning of the first
break, I went up just to introduce myself. I figured he would
say, "Hi, thanks for coming" or the like, but instead he
immediately asked me to sit down and tell him all about myself.
We talked through the entire break, and that was the beginning of
a friendship that lasted through all of these years.

He had the skills and polish of the radio professional that he was,
but with none of the aloofness and insecurity that I so often
found in others I met in the radio business. On the contrary,
Stan is probably the most open and genuine person I have ever met.
He distilled wisdom from great teachers and everyday people
and made it totally current and relevant. And he walked his talk
every second of every day.

Thank you, Stan, for calling us to follow that north star -- your
vision of life lived in love.

Bob Hale

August 3, 2007

I worked with Stan at WLS in the '60s. We had many delightful times, solving the world's problems while records were playing. A more brilliant mind I have never worked with. He added to my life; can we ask much more of anyone?

Michael Eager

August 1, 2007

I just heard about Stan this past weekend. I first met Stan about 25 years ago. His warmth and friendliness, as well as his caring, came through. I watched ups and downs, the blossoming relationship with Janet, the evolution of HAI. I learned much from the workshops, from the friends I made, and from Stan. The trip to the Soviet Union will always be in my memories.

John Wilson

July 29, 2007

Stan.....Gone....reading the announcement of it on the HAI webpage a few minutes ago, and the accolades, brings heaviness and sadness to my heart.

I was led to the Beginner's Workshop long before there were levels, by my friend Carol Glover who was leaving me for her life's quest but not without loving me forever and sending me to Stan to learn how to love unconditionally and without bondage. To learn that love is not chaining a soul, that love doesn't mean leaning, that kisses aren't contracts. Stan showed me how to learn to build all my roads on today because tomorrow's ground is too uncertain for plans and futures have a way of falling down in mid-flight. I learned that even sunshine burns if you ask too much. I've learned that I really can endure, that I really am strong, that I really have worth. And I learned that with everyone I meet, and with every goodbyy....I learn.

Knowing you, and Helen, and Janet and following your life's teachings in my every day life for ove 24 years now has made each day heaven on earth and I look to the day I can hug you, and share a dinner with youagain, and to just listen to you again.

My thanks to Veronica too for the words to express my feelings here.

Elizabeth Powers

July 27, 2007

Dearest Stan,

The gifts I received from the eight years with HAI continue to be present every day of my life. You taught me about being at choice, the power of truth, living in love, how to hug meaningfully, to serve others with joy, and "if not now, when?" My gift to you is to pass your legacy on to friends, clients, and anyone who'll listen. Whenever possible, I send them to a HAI workshop.

Your joy of spirit, empowering words and the wisdom of your teachings will live with me always.

My husband, Phil DeGeorge, is another gift I received from HAI. He shares my love for you and the loving legacy you have left the world.

Namaste,

Carol Wittwer

July 13, 2007

Dear Janet. The news of Stan's passing just reached the Chicago newspapers. My husband and I were Stan's first friends when he moved here from Detroit around 1953 and even then he showed signs of what his role in life would be. My sincerest sympathy to you and his children.

Janna Patee

July 10, 2007

Janet, love,

I was out of country and didn't hear of Stan's passing until I saw the words "Stan Dale Memorial" on the HAI mailing. And now, with thousands of other members of the family, I want to acknowledge and honor his spirit, his love, and his life. I've said "but, honey, that's Urdu for 'I love you!'" to countless folks, and always remembered to give Stan credit. It was a healing for me when he said it, and I'm privileged to pass it on. Rest in his love; it's always there.

karin ingvardsen

July 9, 2007

Dearest Stan.
I miss you and send you my love.
Karin

Susan Abbott

July 6, 2007

Janet,

I don't have the words to share my feelings. Tremendous love, acceptance, passion, loss....I keep waiting hoping to find a way to say thank you. My life is full, rich and loving because of our connection. Thank you for the hugs and times we shared.
I heard of Stan's passing after a week of not being able to get you both out of my mind. I wish we could all share one more long hug and kiss.
Please, let me know if there is any thing I can do for you. I will long remember the SF apartment, the HAI workshops, the holiday open houses.... You are a role model for being loving and present with everyone. I hope I can lead my life in a similar way.

Much love,

Susan

judithandrobert Seton

July 5, 2007

Dearest Janet,
Our love to you at this time and always. What a joy to know you both and have our lives enriched by each of you. You are in our hearts.

Dana Lange

July 3, 2007

Beloved Stan,
I can feel your love and see your blue eyes looking into my core even as I write this. My life is forever better because I had the honor of knowing you and of being known by you. Thank you for seeing me, Thank you for being LOVE in the world.
Deep bows and much love to you and your family.
Janet, I love you very much.

Dan Dale

June 30, 2007

My father, my friend. You were always there for me when I needed you most. You have enriched my life knowing you have enriched the lives of so many.

It is funny that when I think back on memories of you they are of how you smelled of port salut cheese, pipe tobacco, the smell of vacuum tubes and teletype machines when you took us kids on tours of the radio stations in Chicago. The smell of horses on our long rides in the in the forest preserves.

Memories of the sound of your deep baritone always asking "Now are you"? "Really... how are you"? I will miss that the most for it was the sound of trust and knowing that no secret was taboo to you.

Give Mom our love when you see her, but of course she already knows that.

Your number one son.

Peter Schattner

June 29, 2007

Dear Stan

I miss you so much. You were a true visionary who was able to turn your vision into reality. I so admire your courage and wisdom, your kindness and love.

I feel so grateful that I was able to know you and so sad that you are now gone (though still in my heart).

I will always love you.

Peter Schattner

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To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Stan's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

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Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

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Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

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What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

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Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

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How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

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The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

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Ways to honor Stan Dale's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

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How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

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How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

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