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Dale Kemmerer Obituary
Dale L. Kemmerer, 70, of Coplay, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, November 30, 2013, surrounded by the love of his family. He was the husband of Donna (Hummel) Kemmerer, with whom he shared over 49 years of loving marriage. Born in Bethlehem, Dale was the son of the late Charles and Arlene (Unangst) Kemmerer. He worked for the underground department of Service Electric Cable until retiring in 2010. He was a regional professional bowler, and often bowled at Jordan Lanes, the Bath Legion, and at the Rose Bowl. Dale enjoyed going to national bowling tournaments, and was an avid fan of the Philly sports teams. He coached pee-wee teams for Legion baseball and football at Northwestern Lehigh Youth athletics. Dale was also a certified bowling coach, teaching many youth and adult students for decades. He was a former member of St. Stephens Evangelical Lutheran Church. Survivors: His loving wife, Donna; daughter, Yvonne E. A. Martin and her companion Steve Mundrane; grandchildren, Jessica and Michael Martin; siblings, Terry Kemmerer and his wife Jackie of New Tripoli, Margaret Bonser and her husband Ernest of Bethlehem, Joanne Heppe and her husband Tom of Tampa, FL, Rebecca Schock and her husband Roy of Solo, MO, Karen Heiter and her husband Mike of Kempton, Richard Hower of Kutztown, Clara Shakespeare and her husband Robert of Boyertown, Byron Kemmerer and his wife Ann of Feasterville, Ella Rios and her husband Carlos of Coopersburg, Sharon Knode and her husband Barry of Quakertown, Rose Hoke and her husband Brian of Topton, April Kemmerer of Quakertown, Christine McMasters and her husband Merrell of Fontana, CA. Dale was predeceased by a son, Michael Kemmerer, and a brother James Hower. Services: Funeral Service at 3 p.m. Wednesday in the Long Funeral Home, 500 Linden St., Bethlehem. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m. and on Wednesday from 2 p.m. until time of services. A memory tribute may be placed at www.longfuneralhome.com
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for Dale Kemmerer
December 27, 2014
so sorry to hear of his passing away....may GOD bless you and your family during this stressful time...from delmar and francine hermany class 61.
Kenneth Bleiler
December 14, 2013
Donna and family: I am so sorry to hear of Dale's passing. I wanted to write something but I just kept putting it off. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I know how much he meant to you and everybody else. He was a great guy. I always liked him. We had so many good times bowling together. We're going to miss him and his cigars. Although he may be gone, his memory is still alive. God Bless you and yours. If you need anything, please call.
Robert and Marilyn Snyder
December 10, 2013
So sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Class of 1961
December 9, 2013
Please accept my deepest condolences. So sorry to hear of Dale's passing. I'm very thankful to have known him and am greatful for the bowling lessons you and Dale gave me. I have good memories of our time together. Hugs to you.
December 5, 2013
Donna; sorry for your loss. I just found out. You and your family are in my prayers. Nothing but fond memories.
Jeffrey Herman
December 4, 2013
Donna and family Even though Im in a trying time myself I must reach out to you because Dale meant so much to me over the years The countless hours we spent at Nationals talking about bowling and life in general especially rooming with him the last few years Im very blessed to have known him and he taught me so much I will miss him dearly Love, Jeff
Sharon Knode
December 4, 2013
Donna, Yvone, Jessie and Mike:
We are so saddened by your loss. Words cannot express the love and connection Dale and I had. As you know we are here for you whenever you need us.
Skip Eby
December 3, 2013
Donna, Terry & Family, I would like to extend my sincere sympathy having learned of Dale's passing. It has been over 60 years since I was in his company along with Terry. I want to thank both Dale and you Donna for the positive effect you both have had on my daughter Marybeth both in the athletic arena and life itself. She is a better person for it. She absolutely loved both you and Dale. Life is short but Dale made a great and positive impact on many people. He loved life and really cared about Marybeth. Let him rest in peace. Your family will still have him forever. Love, Skip Eby
Jim Messina
December 3, 2013
Celebrated Fourth of July with your wonderful family. And now this. A genuinely good guy.
Joseph & Darlene Johnson
December 3, 2013
Our sincerest condolences to the family.
Mike "Midge" Frankenfield
December 3, 2013
Donna I am so sorry to hear about Dale's passing. Last time I saw him was several years ago and we hadn't seen each other in years, but we talked like it was old times. He had a profound impact in my life with bowling. He took me under his wing my first year in Classic league and our friendship never looked back. Whenever I needed him he was there for a quick tip on the lanes or in life. He will be missed by so many he helped through out his life. RIP Dale
Kenny, Lauren, Liz Ruch
December 3, 2013
Donna,
We so sorry to hear of Dales passing. Please accept our deepest condolences."Oscar" my nickname for him, was a great person, friend and bowling coach. Please contact me if you need anything.
Mark, Cheryl Schuster
December 3, 2013
Sorry for your loss in our prayers
Verletta Shup
December 3, 2013
Sorry to hear about Dale.Paul and I send our deepest condolences to Donna and the family.He was a great person and fun to be around.
JG
December 3, 2013
Please except my condolences. I am very sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. Lean on Him for support through prayer and reading his word the Bible daily.
Kevin Reichenbach
December 3, 2013
R.I.P. friend. Thank You for all your kind words over the years. It is people like you why I stay in the sport of bowling. Condolences to Donna and the rest of the Kemmerer family.
Marybeth Eby
December 2, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with Donna, Yvonne, Jessie, and Mikey...
I am so sad right now, I lost a second father. I will miss our MANY MANY conversations, casino trips, bowling nights, lessons , and just hanging out at the Kemmerers watching and talking Phillies baseball... all those one on one's we had about life and how your sodium count was always better than mine and how you had to have your egg sandwich everyday!!! I will miss you pappy.... RIP.....your forever in my heart . And by the way, "BUP! BUP! BUP!" :)
christopher danner
December 2, 2013
I'm sorry for your loss Donna. I had fond and enjoyable memories with dale. i will miss him very much.he was a very good friend to me. i'll try to make it to see him im Wed. having surgery on Tues. Don't know how i'll be feeling till then. if i can walk, i be there. I know he would have done that for me. P.S. miss him already.
Henry Kern
December 2, 2013
Dale was a good guy and a good bowler. My thoughts and prayers are with you Donna and your family.
Elaine & Ron Robinson
December 2, 2013
Donna,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. He was a wonderful, kind and loving gentleman. He was "a beautiful thing".
Ronald Hausman
December 2, 2013
I remember Dale with admiration. He was a gentleman and you always felt comfortable in his presence.
NHS Class of '61
dern snyder
December 2, 2013
MAY THE LOVE OF FRIENDS HELP SEE YOU THROUGH,AND KNOW TOO THAT TIME WILL BRIGHTEN YOUR DAYS.(CLASS OF 61)
DERN&HENRY SNYDER
Marian Shup
December 2, 2013
Donna and family,
I would like to send my thoughts and prayers to all of you at this time of sorrow. Dale was a great husband, father and friend. I'm greatful to have known him. He will live forever in my heart.
R.I.P. Pappy Dale
dern snyder
December 2, 2013
SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.MAY YOU BE COMFORTED BY THE LOVE OF FRIENDS. MAY TIME EASE THE LOSS AND BRIGHTEN YOUR DAYS IN THE FUTURE.DERN&HENRY SNYDER (CLASS OF 61)
Melanie Ball
December 2, 2013
Aunt Donna and Yvonne,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you celebrate Dale's life and grieve his loss. I am grateful for the time I was able to spend with him enjoying Dunkin Donuts and coffee.
Love,
Mel and Judd
December 2, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of his passing away...I live in springfield,ma. see ya in heaven dale...Delmar hermany.GOD bless the family .
Pappy and Jessi
Jessica Martin
December 2, 2013
December 2, 2013
We are sorry for your loss. Dale was always so much fun and will be greatly missed by all of us who knew him.
Ken and Mary (Bittner) Henry
James & Diane Wittmer
December 2, 2013
You are in our hearts and prayers Donna and family. Dale will be greatly missed but his impact on the bowling community will remain.
Jody DeAngelis
December 2, 2013
Donna and Yvonne,
I am so sorry to hear of Dale's passing. He was a good friend and a great bowling mentor. He will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Larry Kisslinger
December 2, 2013
great guy, hard worker and loyal friend
Jan Ruch
December 2, 2013
Donna & Family
My deepest condolences - Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.
Bob & Carol Mika
December 2, 2013
Our sincerest condolences to the family. Dale's presence will be missed greatly in the bowling community.
December 2, 2013
sorry for your lose richard w repash
Kerrie Vogel
December 2, 2013
My deepest condolences to Donna and the family on the passing of Dale. I will never forget the teasing at bowling on Tuesday nights. God has received a really great man. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
glenn&susan fatzinger
December 2, 2013
We will miss your jokes and your smiling face but we will always have the memories
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