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Dale Brabec Obituary
A Celebration of Life will be held from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, April 23, 2011 at the West High School Auditorium. The Rev. Brian Parker will officiate the service. In lieu of flowers, in Dale's memory, please bring a piece of firewood.
Dale was born Dec. 11, 1969, in Kansas City, Mo. He moved to Alaska in August of 2001 and began working for the Anchorage School District.
Dale is survived by his wife, Amy Brabec; son, Duncan Brabec; mother, Jean Brabec; father, Bob Brabec; sister Jennifer with her husband, Joe Merenda, and their family; along with other family and friends in Colorado and N.H.
Arrangements are with Janssen's Evergreen Memorial Chapel, www.janssenfuneralhomes.com.
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A. Bar.
October 17, 2013
I will always love you.
Kendall & Jean Chevalier
May 17, 2012
Dear Amy & Duncan,
It has been 1 year and 1 month since we all lost Dale. Dad and I find that it has not gotten easier, just different. Some days are better than others but seeing the strength and courage that you show in your new life with Duncan is very inspirational and humbling. Dale is very proud of the both of you, I am sure. You two are our heart and joy...we feel very blessed. Love, Dad(Pa) & Mom(Nana)
December 17, 2011
Jean and Bob--What a tribute to your son that people continue to write in his guest book. May these notes be of comfort to your family as you enter this first Christmas Season without his with you. Love, Florence and Del Smallfield
Kendall & Jean Chevalier
December 11, 2011
Happy Birthday Dale...we were so blessed to have you in our lives and miss you every minute of every day...
Love, Kendall & Jean
Kristin Wilson
December 8, 2011
I just received my annual Christmas card from my cousin, Jean, Dale's mother. I am so sad for Jean, Bob, Amy and the rest of the family, especially his son, Duncan. Although I never had the opportunity to meet Dale, I can see so many parts of my family in him - his interest in science, his spirit of adventure and his Norwegian heritage. It is so nice to read of what an inspiration he was to his students. He did die doing what he loved, and he knew the dangers, but it is always heartbreaking to lose someone so talented and so young. My thoughts are with you, Jean, so much right now. I am happy you had the wonderful times at the Waiohai. Yes, we need to truly cherish the moments with our family.
Eslyn Kaltongga
August 15, 2011
Dear Mrs Brabec,
It was my first year at High School in 1996,(Matevulu College, VANUATU) and I met him, he was a wonderful man with so much enthusiasm and great person too. May his soul Rest In Peace (R.I.P)
Amanda McFarland-Jicha
May 18, 2011
I had Mr. Brabec as an astronomy teacher and him and Mr. Schumaker are the main reason why i graduated. I hated being in school but Mr. Brabec once told me that it was only four years and well worth it. He also was one of the few people that congradulated me when i had both my sons and got married. I hope that someday Duncan will get to read all the entries and know just how much of a difference his dad made in every childs life that he taught. Im so so sorry for your loss and hope time will help with the pain.
Class of '07 (Formerly Amanda Johnson)
Nicole Lawrence-Paris
May 12, 2011
Dear Mrs. Brabec,
I would like you to know what an impression your husband left w/ both of my sons. My junior Jacob had Dale for astrology and my senior Jimmy which just graduated tonight had him for physics. Jimmy & Monica spent most of the year lunches w/ your husband.. They studied together & my son told me how Dale would call his son & you every lunch period & the finger paintings all over his wall from his son.. I truly hope that one day you will find your smile again.. We all have you in our thoughts & missed you both tonight.. I have tears streaming down my eyes now writing this.. I wish you the utter most strength & happiness.. Dale would have wanted that for you & your son.. You are in our prayers... Much love the Lawrence Family .......
May 10, 2011
Dear Family,
Del and I are sad for you as we just learned of Dale's passing today. I was Jean's roommate and dear friend at Augustana College in Sioux Falls, SD. Nothing prepares anyone for such a loss. We will pray for your family, and I will write to Jean and Bob. God bless all of you with the strength that you need at this most difficualt time.
Sincerely,
Del and Florence Smallfield
Nancy Kontny
May 4, 2011
Dearest Amy,
I just learned this morning of Dale's passing. I can hardly express how sad I am for you and Duncan and your Mom and Kendall and Dale's family. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Nancy and Dave Kontny
April 30, 2011
Amy our prayers are with you and the little one Melvin and Janice Bostick
Grafton OH
Kevin Seck
April 27, 2011
Dale, you will be missed. Thanks for the great memories in New Mexico. You were a wonderful friend. Amy and Duncan my heart goes out to you. I can't believe he is gone. I know that this has to be tough and scary, but I know you are a strong woman and Duncan is blessed to have you as his mom in this very sad time. Page and I love you Amy. Just call if you ever need anything. I owe you and Dale a lot. Take care of yourself and hug and kiss Duncan often.
Wendy Hume
April 27, 2011
Amy, I am so very sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies to you Duncan and the family. Keep the wonderful memories close to your heart. The Hume Family
maureen & arny plastridge
April 27, 2011
Amy and Duncan, although we never had the pleasure to meet Dale in person, we want you to know our prayers and our very deepest sympathies are with you. Reading through some of your on-line guest book, it's easy to see how well known and loved he was by so many.
Lori Wilbur (Fuller)
April 27, 2011
Dear Amy, So sorry to hear about your loss. Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. You are in our daily thoughts and prayers. Ken and Lori (Fuller) Wilbur and family.
Lori Wilbur
April 27, 2011
Dear Amy, So sorry to hear about your loss. Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. You are in our daily thoughts and prayers. Ken and Lori (Fuller) Wilbur and family.
Pat Farley Williams
April 26, 2011
Amy and Duncan, my heart aches for you both and for your families and friends. You are in my prayers and I know that God walks with you and holds you in His love as you go through this sad time.
Mary Jo Donlan
April 26, 2011
My deepest sympathies and prayers go up to Anchorage to you and Duncan, Amy. You probably won't remember me from Zuni Middle School, but I was inspired by Dale's mid-school teaching and by both your enthusiasm, exuberance, love for the Zuni students and for the outdoors and especially by your deep respect and love for Dale.
I cherish those flickering memories and know that God and your faith will get you through this horrible time.
I wish you all peace and renewal.
MaryJo Zuni Mid School, Retired 2002
Joe McLaughlin
April 26, 2011
Dale, your cheerfulness was electric, and your heart was as vast as the sea. Thank you for tenderizing us all with the taste of goodness. Your impact on Life will live on in perpetuity.
Ann and Dana Farley
April 25, 2011
Amy,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Nicole Forsythe
April 25, 2011
Dear Mr. Brabec,
I'm still in shock that you are not here. I remember your astronomy class like it was yesturday. Everyday you had a smile on your face. Even though I graduated West in '03, I'm going to miss running into you around town. I remember when you came into my job to have your vehicle serviced and you were there saying that I was one of your favorite students and you told my manager that I was a smart young lady. You always had good things to say about your students. You expected nothing but the best from all of us. I'm sadden that we all have to grieve for you now but at the same time your life is REALLY beginning with the Lord and the rest of the Angels. I hope your son follows in your foot steps. To your wife, I hope that even though his body is no longer here....his spirit will always remain in your heart and soul. When you guys married the Lord said " YOU WILL BECOME ONE FLESH!" Dale will forever live on! I wish you and your family Peace in knowing that he is in a better place. When God calls us home it's because He wants us to be with him. He makes no mistakes. Stay Blessed!
Michelle Gamlin
April 25, 2011
Amy,
You and your son are in my thoughts and prayers.
April 24, 2011
May your faith and hope in the scriptures (Hebrews 11:1) give you strength to endure. Your family and friends are in my prayers.
Erika Downs
April 24, 2011
Our deepest sympathies to the family. We are so sorry for your loss.
Bruce + Jane Kirk
April 24, 2011
Dear Amy and Duncan -
Our hearts are broken and words can't express the sorrow we have for both of you . You are in our thoughts and prayers. We will call you soon to talk. Love Bruce ,Jane and Creed
Clara and Harold Whitney
April 24, 2011
Amy and Duncan-our love and prayers go out to you at this difficult time. Your loss has touched us deeply.
Glenn Elliott
April 23, 2011
Although I was just a Substitute Teacher for him, I walked in his shadow and saw the dedication he had to his students and what an impression he made on them. He brought the wonder of the Universe to his classroom and lit a candle to the expanse of the heavens. Infinite blessings and solace to you and your Family Mr. Brabec.
Karen Fenstermaker
April 23, 2011
Dear Family,
May you be surrounded by comfort and compassion during this time of deep sorrow.
With much love,
Karen,Ron, Isabella, Sam, Chris Fenstermaker
Marie Llanes
April 23, 2011
I never met Dale, however know his parents. They are warm and wonderful people. They were so proud of you and by reading these messages I can understand why. Dale you were loved so by so many, and you will be missed so much by all.
Blessings from the Llanes Family
Jennifer Wilson Panebianco
April 23, 2011
We are thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers. My heartfelt regrets for what has happened to your family. What a terrible loss. A lot of love coming your way from NH friends.
April 23, 2011
Dear Amy, What to say??? "I am sorry" doesn't even begin to express what I want to say. I have thought of you every moment of everyday since this terrible tragedy. I wish you lots of love, support, and comfort during this terrible time of your life. I love you! With deepest sympathy, Laci
Cathy Maccabee
April 23, 2011
Dear Amy; We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are prayers are with you. - Maccabee Family
Kim Donlon
April 22, 2011
Dear Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Dale: son, brother, husband, father... I know it must be painful. Please know that we are thinking of you all, praying for you and all your family.
May God's peace, that passes all human understanding, uplift you and hold you close in this this tragic time.
God's Blessings and love,
Kim, Pete, Jessie and James
Liz Danielian
April 22, 2011
Amy I was so sorry to hear of your terrible loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Thinking of you and praying for your comfort and peace.
Sonya Hewes
April 22, 2011
Amy - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I don't know if you remember me or not, but I was your neighbor across the street when I lived on Kingfisher. MacKenzie and Jaden are my kids, remember? I remember just what a great couple the two of you were and LOVED your brownies! Big hugs to you and I will continue to pray for your healing.
Joan and Paul Cuetara
April 22, 2011
Amy and Duncan, We have thought about the two of you constantly. Please know that you are both (as well as your whole community) in our thoughts and prayers. We are so, so sorry!!
Wendy Crowley
April 22, 2011
Dear Amy - Know that you all have been in my thoughts and prayers the past few days and I am sending you lots of pink healing love and energy.
byers kadow
April 22, 2011
Mr.Brabec was my astronomy teacher for a year and i'm really going to cherish that year. He was all about his students and seeing them succeed. He wrote many teacher recommendation's for me and I wouldn't be where I am without his help.Thank you Mr.B I will never forget you!!
Shannon Rainwater
April 22, 2011
Dale Brabec was an amazing teacher!! He made the class fun and interesting, and his sense of humor was the most amuzing! He will be missed, but never forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are sent out to his family!!
Shelton McCarty
April 22, 2011
Dale Brabec was a great teacher, i know i gave him some hard times and plenty of laughs. i took his astronomy slass in 03 i think it was. and at the time i hated school but astronmy i loved because he made it interesting. he had a laugh that stuck with you, goofy and unique. he will be missed
- Shelton McCarty
April 22, 2011
Amy and Duncan,
David and I were so sad to here of your tragic loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless You,
Joanne Lamprey
(Exeter NH formerly No. Hampton NH)
Erika
April 22, 2011
Dear Mr. Brabec, I graduated from West about 5 years ago. I never had the pleasure of your class but I still remember you're amazing teaching. You're positive attitude and unceasing desire to help your students was an inspiration. My friends and I were blessed to know you. May you sled forever with the lord at your side!
April 22, 2011
Amy- I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Judy (Spinney) Streetman
Becky Guimont
April 22, 2011
Amy: I am so sorry for your loss. Everyone back here in NH are sending our thoughts & prayers to you and Duncan during this tragic time. Becky Lee <3
Milan Ishihara
April 21, 2011
I had Mr. Brabec as my Astronomy teacher when I was a sophomore at West. One of my favorite things to do in his class was to help him set up and put away the planetarium. He was a great teacher and my condolences go out to his family and loved ones. God Bless you all.
Mae Good
April 21, 2011
Sincere thoughts go out to the Brabec family. Mr. Brabec touched many lives, my son was in his class this year and we appreciated so many things about him. Warm thoughts, from our family to yours.
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