GOUGH, Dale Clifford (Age 91) Dale passed away on February 23, 2014 at Royal Park Care Center in Spokane, WA. He was born on August 9, 1922 in Salt Lake City, UT to Clarence Gough and Melba Strong. Dale graduated from Lewis and Clark High School in January 1940. He was a 1949 Washington State University Graduate with honors and Alpha Kappa Psi award for the highest grade point average in the school of Business and Economics. In February 1942, Dale joined the U.S. Marine Corp and was selected for the Naval Aviation Cadet Program. He was commissioned as 2nd Lt with Navy Wings in 1943. He returned to reserve status while attending WSU. Dale was recalled to active duty early in 1952 and sent to Korea. He flew more than 100 combat missions in Korea and later received the Silver Star medal for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial fight. He flew more than 18 years ending his career commissioned as Major. He was also Chief Personnel Officer with National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and retired after 26 years of service with the Department of Commerce. Dale received the Silver and Gold Medal from the Department of Commerce for distinguished service. He grew up in Spokane and returned after retirement in 1984 where he was preceded in death by Joyce Gough. Dale married Jeanne Matkin on May 16, 1998. He was a member of the Liberty Lake/Meadowood Men's Golf Club and participated in many tournaments and Pro Am events. Throughout his life he was an avid skier and enjoyed skiing in many northwest resorts. Jeanne and Dale enjoyed golf, relaxing, and cruises before giving up an active life and moving to Fairwood Retirement Village. He was a member of the Brentwood Ward, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and lifetime member of the VFW. Dale is survived by his wife Jeanne Gough; sister Shirley Marion of Spokane; brother Norm Gough of Coeur d'Alene, ID; daughter Cheryl Stone of Gig Harbor, WA; sons Glenn Gough of Auburn, WA, Clifford Gough of Gig Harbor, WA, Gordon Gough of Seattle, WA, stepson, Jim Lammers (Jan) of Spokane, WA; grandsons Clay Procter, Cory Procter and Casey Procter; granddaughter Sidney Gough; great-grandsons Austin Procter, Avery Procter and Evan Procter. A Funeral Service will be at 11:00 AM on Thursday, February 27, 2014 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 401 W. Regina, Spokane, WA 99218.
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March 12, 2014
Casey Procter
Grandpa,
You were the most kind and gentle person I have ever known. I was truly blessed to have you in my life and was proud to call you my grandpa.
We love you and miss you!
March 12, 2014
Clay Procter
Grandpa,
The stories that are shared by all seem to make you shine brighter! I find it inspiring to see how big you made your family, some of which I had no clue! Your teachings were true, and I thank you for that. Rest Easy Grandpa!… We love you!
March 3, 2014
Cory Procter
Hi Grandpa,
I just hope I can express the love for our family like you always did. Miss and love you. See you in my prayers.
March 2, 2014
Cheryl Stone
You were an amazing father and continue to inspire greatness. My heart forever holds your testimony of the Gospel. Families are forever.
February 27, 2014
Rick Solberg
Dale- will miss you man- myself and all your golf buddies are very glad to have enjoyed you for a good couple decades. you are a hero and were definately a hero to all of us, golfing into your mid-eighties- thank you for it all old buddy (no pun),Liberty Lake, the trips, hitting Pebble Beach etc.- and Jeanne, very sorry for your loss, great knowing you too lovely lady- hey Jeanne, great times at Jack Brazington's tavern, Dale holding court and me finding you sitting alone..asking "are you with anybody?" lots of laughs and fun, you guys were and are definately quite the inspirations. thankyou both very much, Rick
February 27, 2014
My sense of loss is greater than I expected. I'm glad I had a chance to meet him. I wish all the best to Dale's loved ones.
Gloria Lynne Duhaime, Boise, ID
February 27, 2014
The Washington State Veterans Cemetery extends our deepest sympathies to the family of Dale C. Gough for your loss. We honor him for the service and sacrifice he has made for our nation, he is a true hero.
February 27, 2014
I'm glad I had a chance to meet him and get to know him and his lovely wife. It meant a great deal to me.
Katherine Dale Wilton of San Diego California.
February 26, 2014
George Hilbish
The Marines and Corpsmen of the Pierce County Detachment #504 Marine Corps League, Share in Your Loss. Rest in Peace Marine, Semper Fi!
February 26, 2014
Gary Mills
Dale was one of the finest men I have ever met.He was the consumate officer and a gentleman.He was a gift to me in my life.I pray for Jeannie and family to take comfort in how much he was loved and respected by so many.Rest in peace Dale.semper fi
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