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Dale Lee Ellenberger, loving husband, father and friend, passed away April 28, 2014, at the age of 79.
Celebration of Life will be held at 9 a.m., Sat., May 17, 2014 at the White Chapel at Acton United Methodist Church, Granbury, Texas, with Pastor Chris Mesa officiating.
Dale was born June 12, 1934 to the late Floyd Lee and Treulia Zoma Ellenberger in Lamar, Colo. He was a Korean War Veteran in the United States Navy.
Dale married the love of his life, Loretta Mae Orr, on Aug. 10, 1957, in Boulder, Colo. He obtained a Bachelor of Divinity in 1970 from Southwestern University at Winfield, Kan.; and a Masters of Divinity from St. Paul Seminary in Kansas City in 1973 and was ordained an Elder of the United Methodist Church in 1974.
He touched the lives of many people as he served at the following churches in the Kansas West Conference: Healy/Shields, Meade, Syracuse, Satanta, St. Luke's in Wichita, Tisdale/Grandview, and Canton/Galva.
His past-times were singing tenor, fishing, golfing, reading and theological discussions. He leaves behind a loving family very grateful for his love and support and he will be deeply missed. The family thanks the employees of Community Hospice, Crowley Nursing & Rehab Center, Quail Park Assisted Living, and Granbury Villa for their love and care during his final months.
Dale is preceded in death by his wife, Loretta; his parents; son, Andrew; brother, Wendell Ellenberger.
Survivors include Son, Mark Ellenberger and wife Anita; daughter, Melody Ellenberger, and many friends.
Memorial donations may be made to the 50/50 Sunday School Class of Acton United Methodist Church, 3433 Fall Creek Highway, Granbury, Texas 76049.
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A candle lit in honor of my Dad!
Melody Ellenberger
May 22, 2014
Dale was a classmate of mine at Lamar Union High, Lamar, CO. He was always well-liked by all, kind, thoughtful and giving. I'll never forget his singing in trio or quartet on our Sr. trip to CO. Springs in a chapel, 1952. Brought tears to every one of us. A terrific and godly man. Though I haven't seen Dale in years, I'll miss him,knowing his presence on earth is gone but thankful he is with God and loved ones. Warmest regards, Bev Scott Samuel, Orange, CA.
May 20, 2014
Condolences to your family. Dale is a cousin of mine which I have lost contact with over the years. I have thought of him and Loretta often. They will be remembered by all that they reached out to. One day we all will be together again.
May 14, 2014
So very sorry to read of the passing of Dale ...and Loretta awhile back ...Mark and family and Melody, may you find comfort in knowing your parents lived a life pleasing to our gracious and merciful God ...he and your mom were talented upperclassmen who I looked up to ...their contribution to this world made it a better place ...hv peace and comfort knowing they were loved and appreciated by many!! Lucy McDonald. League City TXw
May 13, 2014
Fair winds and following seas sailor.
Thank you for your service to this nation.
Harry Simpson
May 12, 2014
To the Ellenberger Family,
Dear, sweet Dale has reunited with his beloved Loretta. They are both now with you all 24/7 watching over you. Sharing memories of them will keep them alive in your hearts forever. May God wrap his loving arms around you all as you go through the phases of grief.
Echo and Walter Wilson
May 11, 2014
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