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Dale Olinger Obituary
OLINGER, 81
Publix Bakery
LAKELAND - Mr. Dale Jennings Olinger, 81, of Lakeland, Florida, beloved husband, father and grand-daddy, entered into rest with his Savior on Monday, January 24, 2011 at Lakeland Regional Medical Center due to pneumonia.
Mr. Olinger was born March 21, 1929 in Lakeland, Florida. He attended Lakeland schools and received his diploma while serving in the United States Navy from 1946-1948. Upon discharge, he began working for his Uncle's bakery, Lundy's, which was later bought out by Publix Supermarkets, Inc. He was a Publix bakery manager for many years, opened the first Publix Danish bakery at Southgate Shopping Center and later became Bakery Plant Manager. He retired in 1992 with 42 years of service. His love for baking continued over the years as he loved to bake cookies and fruitcakes to give family and friends for the holidays. Mr. Olinger also had a fondness for farming, ranching, and the outdoors.
Mr. Olinger is survived by his wife and sweetheart of 58 years, Ina Mildred of Lakeland, Florida; daughters Teresa Olinger, Nancy Goble and husband Doug; grandsons Christopher and Justin; canine friends Rowdy, Baby, Boy, and Smokey. He is also survived by brothers Carl (Nell) and Ray (Donna), and a sister Patricia Giles (Jim) Lobinsky. He was preceded in death by his brother Earl Olinger; a sister Wanda Green and parents Samuel and Fannie Elizabeth Howell Olinger.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 31, 2011 at 11:00 AM at Kathleen Baptist Church, 3939 2nd Street NW, Lakeland, Florida with visitation starting at 10 AM. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Burial Park.
Memorials may be made to Polk State College Foundation (Nursing Scholarship Fund), 999 Avenue H, NE, Winter Haven, FL 33881 in memory of Dale Olinger, or Kathleen Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 329, Kathleen, FL, 33849. Condolences can be sent to the family at
www.heathfuneralchapel.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Dale Olinger
Ferrin Hicks
February 4, 2011
Dale was a good man. I remermber when he bought his first Chevy. Corvette. Man was he something.
I am sure he will be missed but not forgotten..
GOD has a good warrior for the big showdown.
With all my sympathies for Ray and the rest of the family
Ferrin Hicks
February 1, 2011
I was 12 years old when I met the Olinger family on Webster ave. I remember Dale coming home from the Navy and have thought of those wonderful days of young friendship. I remember the cow in back and how hard working all of the Olingers were.
All of the younger boys were my friends, so sorry to hear Earl has passed, but we all looked up to Dale.
I am so sorry for his passing but did want to let you know the wonderful memories it brought to mind. Please take comfort that you all made a wonderful positive difference in this world. Tom DiCesare / corner of webster Ave and North St. God Bless you all!!!!
sue edwards(walsh)
January 31, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
jody combee
January 30, 2011
I know that no words can take away the pain of loosing a loved one. But the memories that we all have of Dale will remain in are hearts. You an your family are in are thoughts an prayers during this difficult time. R.L.,Edie and Jody Combee
Bette and Mark Shaia
January 30, 2011
Teresa,
We are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. We are thinking of you and will keep You and your family in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you.
Dot Mathis
January 30, 2011
Dear Nancy and family,
When we see what God has for us there, we'll agree with Paul, when he wrote about Heaven, "Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love Him." (1 Corinthians 2:9). ~~ Things we didn't even imagine could be so beautiful and wonderful.
Though words, however gentle, cannot take your loss away, may knowing that others care bring comfort to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
God's Blessings,
Johnny F Cannoy Sr
January 30, 2011
Teresa and family, my deepest sorrow for your loss. You are in my prayers, asking GOD to be with you and give you and your family the comfort and strength to bear your loss. He was a wonderful man and good boss, when I worked at the bakery! GOD bless.
January 29, 2011
Dearest Teresa and family,
I am truly sorry for you loss. My prayers are with you and yours always. My God Bless you and your family during this time of grief and always.
Love, Craig and Sharon Nance
Wally Womble
January 29, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of Dale's passing. My prayers are with his family to heal their pain and give them strength through this time of mourning. Dale was a fine man, a good friend, and a Publix roll model that will be truly missed by all who knew him. The Olinger family is held in highest regard and Dale personified all that is good about the family and his responsible positions over the years. Again, my condolences and thoughts are with you. May God bless you all.
January 29, 2011
Dear Mildred and Teresa,
Dale was a great neighbor and we will be forever grateful that God allowed us to know and love him. Over the past 20 years "Mr. Dale" was a blessing to our children as he helped us learn about taking care of acreage and livestock. Although we will be separated for a time, we look forward to seeing Dale again on that great day!
All our love
The Cannons
January 28, 2011
Dear Teresa, You and your family are in our hearts and prayers this week. I am sad for your grief, but knowing he is in heaven, I hope will bring some comfort. I loved the details of his life, so beautifully written-he must have been a wonderful Father. Love, Julie & Tom Goodwin and Drew
Nichole Keaton
January 28, 2011
Teresa, I am so sorry for you and your family's loss. You all will be in our prayers.
Chuck & Donna Ross
January 28, 2011
Dear Mrs. Olinger, Teresa and Family we offer you our most sincere condolences and prayers to help you get through these most difficult times. We are so sorry for your loss. All Our Love-
Cindy Hartley Ross
January 28, 2011
Dear Teresa, Mrs.Olinger and Family,
I am sincerely saddened by the passing of your sweet Daddy, Husband, & Grand-Daddy. Having had the pleasure of being so close to him, you will surely miss him very deeply. Having so many wonderful memories to cherish, reminisce, gain advice from and laugh over for ever, may be helpful but can never replace him being by your side. I will truly miss the kindness he shared through his gifts of delicious fruit cakes and fresh veggies from his garden. I'll miss the stories Teresa would tell of his attachment to his best buddy Rowdy and how they were inseparable. Rowdy was our gift to "TO", however he quickly claimed Mr. Olinger as his driver and pal of choice.
I pray that you will find comfort and peace in knowing he is with our Lord and that you will see him again. May God Bless each of you with strength and understanding as you go forward with his love, advice and stories gently tucked in your hearts - for quick reference. I too will miss him. I'm here for you.
Love and Prayers,
Cindy, Dennis, Shane & Travis Ross
Margaret Whitehead
January 28, 2011
Dear Mildred, Teresa and Family,
We would like as a family to send our condolences in the loss of your husband and father. We know this is a very difficult time, but the knowledge that Dale is able to be with our Savior, we hope carries you through the grieving period. May God Bless and keep you in the palm of his hand.
Margaret Whitehead, Debbie and David Brice, Dawn and Kevin Stewart, and D'ann and Gary Muncy and Families
Bobby Lominac
January 28, 2011
Dear Mrs. Olinger, Teresa, Nancy, Doug, and Family we are thinking of you all during this difficult time. I worked many year with Dale he taught me every thing I know about baking. I have very fond memory's of working with Dale on them long days and night of working. He will be missed. My thought and prayers are with his family.
Bobbyb Lominack
Susan Mills / Whitman
January 28, 2011
Dear Olinger Family Mildred, Teresa,Nancy and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.We can share alot of good memories as family & friends and coworkers with Dale you and your girls.We no in our hearts that he is a lot better place than we are.It will take time to heal but no in your heart God has a better plan
We Love You Susan, Joe, Liz, & Julie Mills
Sandy Johnston
January 28, 2011
Sorry to see of your Dad passing . I will keep you and the family in my prayers
Debbie Brice
January 28, 2011
Dear Mrs. Olinger, Teresa, Nancy, Doug, and Family we are thinking of you all during this difficult time. We always remember Dale with fond memories. May God bless you and your family and keep you in the palm of His hand.
Love,
David and Debbie, and all the Brice's, May's
Bernice Combee-St.Clair
January 28, 2011
Mildred, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the many years and memories you had together bring you comfort. God Bless You and your family.
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