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Dale Warther Obituary
Following Dale's education, he joined his father, Dave, and grandfather, Mooney, and family in the operation of the Warther Cutlery and Warther Museum where he was the Director of the Knife Shop. Dale was known for creating his custom knives, many of which are owned by living and deceased dignitaries and celebrities including Ronald Reagan, Nelson Mandela, Charleton Heston, and Condoleeza Rice.
Born on New Year's Day, 1952, to David R. and Joanne (Carl) Warther of Dover, he was the second baby born at Union Hospital that year.
Dale was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Dover and the Knights of Columbus. He was also a member of the Dover Lions Club and Life Member of the Dover Historical Society. He also had professional affiliations with the Western Reserve Cutlery Assn. and the Knife Guild. He was a 1970 graduate of Dover High School and every year for many years, he hosted and welcomed his classmates to the museum for an evening of reminiscing the good old days. He also graduated in 1974 from Bowling Green State University. Dale was a humble man and will be remembered for his warm, friendly, and "easygoing" personality.
In addition to his parents, Dale is survived by his wife, Elaine Seikel Warther with whom he would have celebrated 31 years of marriage on July 7; four children, Karen of Athens, Ga., Karl of Stow, O., Kurt and Krista both of Dover; five brothers and sisters, Carol (husband, Dana) Warther Moreland of Dover, David (wife, Mary Ruth) Warther of Dover, Mark (wife, Pat) Warther of New Philadelphia, Lisa (husband, Mike) White of Arvada, Colo., and Dan (wife, Julie) Warther of Dover; his mother-in-law, Mildred Seikel of Dover along with several brothers- and sisters-in-law, nieces, and nephews.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Richard; maternal grandparents, Lester and Mary Carl; paternal grandparents, Ernest "Mooney" and Frieda Warther; and father-in-law, Robert Seikel.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 19, 2010, at 11 a.m. in the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Dover with Fr. Matt Hoover officiating. A private inurnment will take place at a later date in the Calvary Cemetery at Dover. Friends will be received at the Toland-Herzig Funeral Home & Crematory at Dover on Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. Christian Wake services will be Tuesday at 8 p.m. Those unable to attend or who may wish to express a fond memory of Dale may sign the online register book by visiting the "obituaries" link on the funeral home Web site.
In lieu of flowers and in honor of his father, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association., 225 N. Michigan Ave. 17th Floor, Chicago, Ill. 60601 or one's church or favorite charity.
Toland-Herzig
(330) 343-6132
www.tolandherzig.com
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Ellen (Sidlo) Clougherty
April 2, 2014
OH! I am so sorry to learn of Dale's passing. I've only just come to learn this, and it is a sad shock to me. Dale was such a pleasant, unassuming sort, who I met as a freshman at BGSU. As was his custom when meeting new people, he fashioned a tiny pair of wooden pliers (10 cuts, right?)and gave it to me during a gathering of dorm friends. Years later, my husband and I drove with our kids to tour the Warther museum and knife-making. Dale was able to say hi for a bit, and I bought a beautifully-made paring knife;still use it.
Today, April 2, 2014, I thought of Dale because of a Facebook post regarding a relative of mine who lives in Dover. --Please accept my condolences on the loss of your kind, family man. Sincerely, Ellen
Aissa Wayne
May 23, 2012
To the Warther family,
Dale is with John Wayne, my dad, now. A few years ago I received an extra-ordinary gift made by, and from Dale. My mother's name, Pilar Wayne, was inscripted on one side and my dad's name, John Wayne, presented on the other, and carved into a beautiful ivory handle. The butt of the handle was dressed with two coins on each side, shaped into the butt of the handle. A Peruvian coin minted in the year of my mom's birth (she was Peruvian) was on one side, turn over the knife and on the other side, an American half-dollar dressed the butt of the knife with an American coin minted in the year 1907, the year of my dad's birth. Now, how's that for talent, kindness, imagination and heart! I treasure, every day, the soul that created that very personal and touching memento. May God bless the Warther Family, and may Dale, wonderful Dale, be resting with our Lord in peace and glory!
With love and respect,
Aissa Wayne, Daughter of the late John Wayne, American.
Jennifer Cummings
July 11, 2010
Dale became our friend after he made a knife for me for my cousins retirement. We gave him a small Air Force clock from the ceremony and he seemed so touched. We texted often and our friendship was one that we both valued even though it was mostly via texting - and it was only now that it has been a couple months and I haven't heard from him that I discovered he passed shortly after we last spoke..... I will miss him much. My prayers are with the family.
violet harris
May 24, 2010
Dear Elaine & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Elaine, you have been a dear person and supportive friend to me. God will bless and keep you during this most difficult time. You can count on it.
Your friend, Violet Harris
Jim Fray
May 20, 2010
My sincere condolences to the Warther family. Dale was a heck of a great guy. I knew him to be soft spoken and knowledgeable. A real gentleman who was a pleasure to know.
Sandra Brady
May 20, 2010
My Prayers and condolences to all the Warther family. I had known dale for many years before I was able to see the museum. When I dropped in one day, Dale gave me a private tour . I was impressed by his warmth and genuineness. Since that time I've had the pleasure of working on several of his knives. He was a fine craftsman . He will be missed.
Carol Weinmann
May 20, 2010
My job took me to California which is obviously far away from Ohio but during the holidays I would return to visit my family in Strasburg. One of the special activities during my return trips was to visit with Dale's mother, Joanne, my cousin and Dale's Dad, Dave and their children (Richard, Dale, Carol, David, Mark and Lisa). They were and are all so special and I loved Dale's smile and laugh. His eyes always twinkled and made you feel so special. Elaine, Karen, Karl, Kurt, and Krista, I know how devastated you are and how trying it is but how blessed you are to have had such a wonderful husband and father. My prayers are with you during this extremely difficult and trying time.
Carol Weinmann
May 20, 2010
My job took me to California which is obviously far away from Ohio but during the holidays I would return to visit my family in Strasburg. One of the special activities during my return trips was to visit with Dale's mother, Joanne, my cousin and Dale's Dad, Dave and their children (Richard, Dale, Carol, David, Mark and Lisa). They were all so special and I loved Dale's smile and laugh. His eyes always twinkled and made you feel so special. Elaine, Karen, Karl, Kurt, and Krista, I know how devastated you are and how trying it is but how blessed you are to have had such a wonderful husband and father. My prayers are with you during this extremely difficult and trying time.
Al Pollack
May 19, 2010
Prayers and sympathies to all of Dale's family and friends. He was in my pledge class at the DU fraternity at Bowling Green and I remember him as a great 'brother' who was always telling stories of how proud he was of his family back in Dover. I'm sure that his wonderful memories will be shared among many more generations of family & friends.
Thomas Anderson
May 19, 2010
My deepest condolences to the family of Dale Warther. He was a great fraternity brother of mine at Bowling Green and a true friend. Everyone will miss his easy-going ways. I hope he passed on his carving skills, especially the match-pliers.
Frank Meek
May 19, 2010
My sincere Condolonces to the Warther Family. Many memories of Dale From all the Years of attending the WRCA Knife Expo in Dover. A true gentleman and friend in every sense of the words.I will miss him. RIP Dale.
Greg Batchelor
May 19, 2010
May God Bless the family of Dale Warther. Dale brought true meaning to brotherhood when he attended BGSU, and the Delta Upsilon Fraternity. I am a better person for knowing Dale.
George Nagy
May 19, 2010
Dale was one of the nicest people I met in college and true friend. We were both members of the Delta Upsilon fraternity at BGSU and I can honestly say he made everyone he knew a better person. I'm sure the halls of heaven are being graced right now by that unique laugh and smile. To his entire family, you'll be in my prayers as you go through these difficult times.
Jan & Jim Weinmann
May 18, 2010
To the entire Warther Family: Our deepest and most sincere sympathy at this very difficult time. We're sorry that we are not in Ohio now--we'll be down to see you when we return in June--God Bless all of you and help you through the days ahead. Always remember the good times.
With love, Jan and Jim Weinmann
tammy dillon-kerby
May 18, 2010
sorry to hear of the loss your family has suffered. may the many happy memories you have sustain you in the coming days.
Tom and Kera (Schaar) Ackerman
May 18, 2010
Elaine, Karen, Karl, Kurt and Krista,
You are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort.
Pat & Jan Donovan
May 18, 2010
Our Deepest Condolances to the Warther Family. We will all miss the warm and cheerful times we had each year with Dale at the WRCA shows.
Koval (Troy and Tracy) Family
May 18, 2010
Our Deepest Sympathy for the Warther Family...
Hardesty Family
May 18, 2010
To the entire Warther family,
Our deepest sympathy.
May 18, 2010
Elaine & family,
Just to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family during this very difficult time. God Bless you and your family.
Jr, Kay, & Cory Hershberger
eileen day (Pratt)
May 18, 2010
sorry for your loss.
shirley leighley
May 17, 2010
Sorry to hear about the passing of Dale, we graduated the same year at Dover & worked together at Reeves Home. I never heard a cross word from him. My sympathy to the family. Shirley (Casterline) Leighley
Janice Hatley
May 17, 2010
Mr Warthe will be missed by my grandchildren as well as their dad and mom. He was a wonderful, kind, neighbor. May the God of all comfort comfort your family now and in the coming days.
Sue Jesse-Sargeant
May 17, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Dale's passing. CCD, Cedar Point, babysitting...I feel like you all were part of my life forever. You are in my prayers.
Kristy Schooler
May 17, 2010
Dale has been a good friend since grade school and my heart is so heavy to lose him so soon. Please accept my deepest sympathy and know my prayers will be uplifting you in this time of loss. May God give you peace and comfort.
Kristy (Ellwood) Schooler
Sandy Schupp
May 17, 2010
Elaine and family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of Dale. You have my condolences and I will keep you and your family in my prayers. God Bless
Your friend from Curves
Sandy Schupp
Marissa (Alexander)Handrich
May 17, 2010
It was a joy working for your family and planning the company "get-togethers" with you. You will be missed by many because you were loved!
Rick Kennedy
May 17, 2010
I grew up with Dale attending grade school,middle school and high school. I will always remember his smile and outgoing personality. Dover and the museum will not be the same without Dale.My thoughts and prayers go out to the great Warther family who lost a husband,father,son and brother but gained an angel.
Jim Eaton
May 17, 2010
Dale was my former student at KSU-Tusc., my colleague on the board of the Dover Historical Society, my knife sharpener and my friend. I will miss him but we will meet again in that land that knows no pain and no sorrow. "Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted." JIM AND CINDA EATON
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