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Dale Stakes Obituary
He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Mary Jane Stakes; children, Dan Stakes (Terri) and Robin Goodrow; grandson, Jordan Goodrow; and dogs, Buddy and Bailey.
He was a loving husband, father, Papa and grandpa to many who loved him.
He was a 1966 graduate of Northwestern High School and was an employee of DLA Aviation in Richmond, Va. for over 20 years.
Services will be private.
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Memories and Condolences
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James Dusty Rhoads
February 16, 2023
Dale you maybe gone but you will never be forgotten! Your talent as a Quality Assurance for aircraft and everything that you gave towards your job is noteworthy in so many ways!
I miss your great smile and laughter and your great sense of humor!
Your my dear friend then and now and always forever!
Your presence is missed by your dear family and by your dear friends!
Gif bless you and May God bless you forever and forever!
Your friend Dusty
Mike Burns
March 13, 2020
Dale was there to handle any task, he may challenge the need, but always completed needed work. Enjoyed my time working with him in Richmond. Condolences and may the Lord bless and heal your Family.
Dusty Rhoads
February 24, 2020
Mary Jane, I am so sorry for your loss! Dale was a great guy and we were very good friends! Please accept our sincere condolences and may God bless you and heal your families broken hearts !Love Dusty and Sherry
Debbie Linkoski
February 24, 2020
Robin, Mary Jane, Dan -
Very sorry to hear of your sudden loss. May you find strength and comfort in each other and those around you.
Peace to you,
Tom & Debbie Linkoski
February 23, 2020
Rest in peace.
Glen Black
February 23, 2020
Dear Mary Jane and family,
My deepest sympathy on the passing of your beloved Dale.
Wishing you peace and comfort during this very difficult time.
Love,
Peggy Carson
Lisa (Spaulding)
February 22, 2020
My family lived across from Dale and Mary Jane on Jackson Avenue 45 or so years ago. Mid 1970's. Condolences from our family to yours. ---The Spaulding's.
Roger and Kris Copeland
February 22, 2020
Our deepest sympathies and prayers
Tammy Burroughs
February 22, 2020
I will miss dale the most at the pool in the summer time . We had some good times , and we enjoyed his hospitality , we didnt always agree on the music selection and we never got to wear the speedos !! I love you robin !!!!
Lonnie Wall
February 22, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jean Switzer
February 22, 2020
Rest In Peace Dale! Wishing comfort for Mary Jane and the rest of your family.
February 22, 2020
Please accept my sincere condolences. Dale was a great coworker and friend. Dale was one of my go to Techs who took the time to help. Dale shared stories about his Orlando trips and Cruises. Dale will be missed. May God Bless Dale and his family.Cindy Hunt
Robert White
February 22, 2020
Mary Jane,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Dale. I was shocked when I saw this on FB this morning. Dale was like a brother to Patty going through the high school years for reasons you probably remember. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Clint & Michelle McBeth
February 22, 2020
Mary Jane, Danny & Robin
We are so sad to hear of Dale. He was a terrific person that I (Clint) have known and been friends with since our high school days. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Clint & Michelle McBeth
February 22, 2020
Mary Jane, Danny & Robin
We are so sad to hear of Dale. He was a terrific person that I (Clint) have know and been friends with since our high school days. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Clint & Michelle McBeth
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