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Brian Dale Obituary
That's where he was supposed to have flown Monday night. But the Warren, N.J., man instead opted to fly out Tuesday morning. His family learned he was on American Airlines Flight 11 when his wife called the airline.
"We all went from thinking he was OK to finding out he was missing--not missing, gone, dead," said his brother, Kevin.
The 43-year-old father of three was traveling on business, something he did often as a founder of a New York City-based investment firm, Blue Capital Management.
Dale loved camping and boating. "He was very focused on family--work and family," his brother said.
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Chris Hyned
September 13, 2021
A classmate from immaculate conception to Norwin High. I was a year behind Brian but knew him and knew we were fortunate to have him as a fellow classmate. My thoughts and prayers for his wife and children.
PURDIS LEWIS-BURKE
September 7, 2021
Remembering meeting Brian for the first time because of his father, Earl, who was the Administrative Assistant to (former) US Congressman Joseph M Gaydos. Memories. Keeping Brian's family in thoughts and prayer especially on 9/11.
Cindy Roe
September 6, 2021
Remembering Brian on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
July 2, 2019
I am so very sorry youre gone, Brian. Sending my sincerest condolences to your loved ones & friends, and have a terrific Independence Day.
A.L.
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PURDIS Lewis-Burke
September 12, 2017
Remembering always in prayer
anthony chavez
September 11, 2017
i'm sorry for what happened, im sure you where a good man and your day was going normal then suddenly this happened. im sorry for anything that happened to your family after your death.
Deborah Lorince Freeman
September 11, 2016
It is hard to believe it has been 15 years! Prayers continue for your family!
Purdis Lorraine Lewis-Burke
September 11, 2016
Remember and keeping family and close friend of Brian in my prayers.
Joseph Damiano
September 11, 2016
Prayers
Matt Cottrell
September 11, 2016
I listened to Brian's name being read at the New York memorial service this morning. What a wonderful person he was. My thoughts are with his family and friends.
Tom
September 10, 2016
To the family of Brian ... my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. With much regards.
P. Lorraine Lewis-Burke
September 13, 2015
Remembering you and your family in prayer and faith
Mike Komara
September 11, 2015
Brian, I think of you every September 11th. You were a wonderful friend to me at Dartmouth.
September 12, 2014
Remembering you in prayer.
Cheryl Castilleja
September 11, 2014
Rest in Peace, Brian. I never had the honor of knowing you, but it sounds like your family was very lucky to have you in their lives. You will never ever be forgotten. God bless you & your loved ones.
John
September 15, 2013
Hello
I wanted to let you know I was in DC this past weekend. Part of the ride for 9-11 rememberance was a name tag for our bikes. I was honored to ride with Bryan's name on mine!
Deborah Lorince Freeman
September 11, 2013
Thinking of you today with fond memories from Norwin Class of 1976. Praying for your family! Rest in Peace!
September 8, 2013
I ran today in Sacramento CA in honor of those who lost their lives on 911. I placed a flag in honor of Brian. John from Roseville CA
I did not know Brian, I took this photo 12/10/12 visiting the memorial and wanted to share it
Carrie Hughes
December 16, 2012
Del Newberry
September 18, 2012
I'll never forget that day when Brian and many other innocent people lost their lives. I prayed for the friends and family then - I have since continued to do so as I read more of these bios. My thoughts and prayers are with you today, Love from Texas
Beverly Barnes
September 11, 2012
As I was watching the names of those who lost their life on 9/11, I noticed Brian's name. My grandmother's maiden name was Dale and I was interested since I do not know of many Dale's. As I researched information about Brian and discovered that he went to Norwin High School, I begant to think that we would be related. I only knew about Earl Dale who was editor for the McKeesport Daily News. So I then discoved that this was Brian's father. So what I have learned is that Brian's grandfather, Albert was my grandmother's brother. I
I express my prayers for Brian's family whom I have just discovered are part of my family. I send God's blessings to them and pray for continued comfort and care.
September 8, 2012
My thoughts are with the family as well for Mr.Dale what a turn of events that happened that Particular day in September. May you be comforted by the scriptures that give us hope and comfort to deal with these horrible tragdies.
June 9, 2012
Sincere Condolences
David F OBrien
Irwin Pa.
Rebecca Muller
January 19, 2012
Although I did not know Brian or his family I know firsthand how the loss of a family member can cause such pain and sadness. My thoughts and prayers are with the Dale family in keeping Brian's memory alive.
Shelley
September 24, 2011
To Brian's family,
Brian's name was on my number as I walked in the Las Vegas 9/11 Remembrance of the 10th anniversary of 9/11. My daughter was running for a victum of the South Tower I was walking for Brian. My daughter was starting her jr. year at NYU on 9/11/01 and the day will be forever with us. I am truly sorry for your loss and will keep his name with me all my days.
Mike Lawrence
September 12, 2011
This ten year anniversary has me thinking once again of my law school classmate, Brian Dale. Brian is one of the nicest people I've known. I'm sure many of my classmates from the Michigan Law School Class of '91 will be thinking of him as we celebrate our 20th class reunion in the next few weeks. My thoughts go out to his family and friends.
Purdis Lewis-White
September 12, 2011
To Brian's Family
My thoughts & prayers continue & will continue to be with all of you. I met the family while working with Earl at (Ret.) Congressman Joseph M Gaydos. May God continue to protect and hold you close. Sincerely Purdis Lorraine Lewis-Burke
September 11, 2011
We continue to pray for your family as we have done every year. May God wrap his arms around them and comfort them today and always.
Marlene Dobransky
September 11, 2011
Mary & Family...I can't help but think of you and your family today. Brian is in heaven, but he lives on in his children, your precious grandchildren. God Bless America.
David Nemmers
September 11, 2011
I think of Brian often and miss him. We knew each other first in business as he started Blue Capital and then become friends. He is missed by many, but never forgetten.
Lori Pheil
September 11, 2011
To Brian's family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you on this 10th anniversary of that tragic day. I met Brian in 6th grade and was in most of his classes through junior high and into high school. He was, deservedly so, one of the most respected and liked members of our class. Sincerely...
Linda o callaghan
September 11, 2011
Thinking of all who died on this day 10years ago. May they RIP from Ireland
Michael Komara
September 10, 2011
Many times over the past 10 years, I have thought of my friend Brian Dale. He was a wonderful man, friend from the Pittsburgh area, Dartmouth classmate (he was 1 year older), HPF fraternity brother, and mentor. Boarding Flight 11 (Boston to LA) on 9-11-2001 changed all of that and ended in his senseless death and the deaths of many other innocent people. I am sorry for his loss and I am tearful as I type. My thoughts are with his wife, children, family, and many friends.
Rob Fuller
September 9, 2011
BD-
We miss you each and every day. Our HPF brothers were and are the best ever, and there is a hole in each of our hearts.
Marsha R
September 9, 2011
I hope 10 years later, your family hasfound some peace and happiness after your loss, many thoughts and prayers have been said we willnever forget.
Peggy Childers
September 5, 2011
To the family and friends of Brian P. Dale:
Brian will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not allow those we lost on 9/11 be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you.
May 1, 2011
Thinking of you today.
Matt Cottrell
September 19, 2010
I was stunned to find out today, more than nine years after the tragic event, that Brian died on 9/11. I went to law school with Brian but hadn't seen him since 1994. He was won of the kindest and nicest people in our law school class at U of M. I'm sorry that I've never had the chance to meet his wife and children, but my heart goes out to them. Brian was a great man.
Christopher Aguilar
September 27, 2009
I'm doing a project on you for Civics class Mr. Dale.
-May you rest in peace
Jim Bullion
September 11, 2009
We'll never forget "The Hulk." One of the nicest guys I've ever known. He lives on with all brothers of Harold Parmington.
Peggy Ryan Aloisio
September 20, 2008
Just this evening, my daughter, husband and I were having dinner in Somerville, NJ and walked past a 911 memorial. My daughter asked if my friend's name was on it and I responded no - that Brian Dale didn't live in NJ. I had no idea that he did. I went through junior high & high school with Brian, in almost all the same classes. We lost touch after high school, but even 32 years later I fondly remember his academic brilliance, athletic skills, and kindness to all. My deepest sympathy to all his family and friends who miss him greatly.
Dave and Sue Nemmers
September 11, 2008
Louanne
and Kids...we still think of you often and continue to pray for you. Dave was a business associate of Brian's and really valued his friendship and
I met Brian in Michigan one year at a company Christmas Party. We really
appreciated corresponding with you to hear how you were doing. Take care
and know many are thinking and praying for you throughout the year and especially
today!
Linda L. Dash
September 11, 2008
Please let me extend my deepest sympathy to Brian's family and close friends. I knew him as a classmate from our SEAL classes in sixth grade to our high school graduation. Such an impressive person, so smart, so friendly, always a smile for everyone. I think of him often, and especially on this sad anniversary.
April Baily
September 10, 2008
Dear Louanne and children - Even though it's been seven years since that horrible day in 2001, we still think often of Brian and know his loss leaves a big hole in your lives. Know you are always in our prayers. We love you all!
Ann Caruthers Taylor
August 23, 2008
My brother, David Caruthers, attended Norwin High School with Brian. He was so saddened by Brian's death. The tragedy of that day touched so many of us. To be one of the brave Americans on those flights brings tears when you try to imagine what it must have been like, even all these years later. Brian, I know I will never forget your sacrifice that day. God Bless You.
Steve
June 26, 2008
I went to high school with Brian. He was a brilliant guy. He was also a very good athlete. My mother sent me a newspaper clipping about what happened and I couldn't believe it. Well, rest well my friend. I know you're in a better place now.
John Garber
May 31, 2008
Brian was a great guy. I visited "ground zero" just two months after the attacks. I told him we all miss him. God bless his family and friends. What a great loss...
Julia Stewart
September 16, 2007
I only learned today - 6 years after the fact - about Brian being one of the victims of 9/11. I am so sorry for this loss to all of his family and friends. I worked with Brian at Price Waterhouse in Washington DC. He was truly a kind and extraordinary human being.
September 11, 2007
Thinking about you today.
Carol
September 11, 2007
Cuz
Thinking of you and the children this morning with love and prayers. I am so glad you were able to spend time with Cathy this summer. Love and Prayers
P Tabbernor
June 4, 2007
In memory....
Kristine
November 2, 2006
As I stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Faye Haney
September 9, 2006
Mary, Louanne, and Kids, We are thinking about you as we often do and hoping you are all doing well. It was so wonderful getting to meet you and spend some time together. Our lives have been touched by your strength and courage. We continue to pray for you all. Please stay in touch.
Love, Faye and Rex Haney Jonesboro, ARkansas
Dave Caruthers
June 28, 2006
Brian and I were good friends in junior and senior high. He was a good and solid man. I was stunned to hear of his death, and it made me so sad. May God hold him in his hand forever.
Jennifer Pastrick
September 11, 2004
Brian is my cousin. His mother Mary and my mother Carole are sisters. As children we spent many summer days together at Indian Head. We always liked to play board games as children. Brian and his brother had an outstanding model train set up in their basement. I remember listening to the radio with Uncle Earl in his den along with my dad Albert, Kevin (Brian's older brother), Carolyn (Brian's sister) and my sister Merle. On Sunday nights we would listen to "The Shadow". Brian stood well over 6 feet tall and was an outstanding baseball and basketball player in high school. His father was always very proud of all his children. Brian was a good and honest man.
The world is less without him.
Brian Dale
August 28, 2004
sorry for your loss. my prayers are with you
Jennifer Gavin
August 9, 2004
Hello. My name is Jennifer Gavin and I was one of their neighbors when Sept.11 occured. I never got the opportunity to meet Brian Dale, and i honestly hoped that i had. I met the family...what i believe was that horrible night. You will forever remain in my prayers. I am and always will be honored to have met the wife and kids of such a brave and valiant man. I wanted Dale's family to know that. God Bless.....
Jason Pastrick
February 17, 2004
Thank you to everyone for the wonderful messages and especially
the prayers for Brian. My cousin will always live in his family's hearts, memories, and dreams, as he and all the other innocent victims of the 9/11 attacks live in eternity; nothing can take those things from us.
Karen Lucas
September 13, 2003
To Brian's extended family,
I think of you often but especially this time of year and holidays. I watch the rebroadcasts thinking how difficult that must be for all of you. You were all fortunate to have known this great man so well, and I wish you peace in your happy memories and the smiles of his children.
Karen
Rachel Mestas
December 22, 2002
Received a prayer bracelet this year for Christmas with Brian Dale's name on it. Want the family to now that I attend to ware it proudly as I add Brian to my daily prayers and thoughts. God Bless and Merry Christmas 2002. Rachel
Nick
September 22, 2002
May Brian live on in our hearts and souls, as a brave individual who perrished in the horrible events of September 11th. Keep Brian in our prayers, everyone.
Kara Jeter
September 18, 2002
Brian Dale was my mother's cousin. I met him briefly at a family reunion. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Jim Dulac
September 12, 2002
To Mary and The Dale Family, On this anniversary of September 11, to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless kind and gentle souls. Love to you, Jim Dulac and Dulac Family.
David Jeter
September 11, 2002
My wife, Beth Steimer, was Dale's cousin. She has spoken of him as a cherished member of her extended family. I regret never meeting Dale, but trust his legacy as an honorable and good person will live on in those who love him still.
Diane Alcott
September 10, 2002
To the family and friends of Brain Dale, On this eve of the one year of 9-11. I had to go back and read and sign his guest book. I've been waring Brain Dales mercy band. I've been waring it everyday since my sister bought each of us sisters in our family one.
I think of Brain, his wife and kids everyday, And all those who's losted loved ones on 9-11.
God Bless All of you
Michelle
July 21, 2002
May god look after the 3 beautiful children this man loved so much. Your daddy might not be here physically, but always remember he is still here. He is in your thoughts, your prayers, and everything you do in life. He will never be forgotten.
Susan McCune
June 15, 2002
To the Family and Friends of Brian:
I am two years older than he would be,but now he will be forever young.
I have walked the same high school halls and bent my knees in the same church of our youth. We grow up and go our separate ways, some like Brian have done such great things. It should be no surprise, for when much is given, much is expected in return, and Brian did this with such grace. He is certainly in the palm of God's hand.
June 3, 2002
MAY THE SOUL OF BRIAN P.DALE AND THE SOULS OF ALL THE FAITHFULLY DEPARTED THROUGH THE MERCY OF GOD REST IN PEACE AMEN.
April 19, 2002
To The Family of Brian Dale:
We are a Bible Study group that has been meeting every Tuesday night for the past 11 years. Once a week we add a few dollars to a collection box, and at the end of the month we make a small donation to a worthy cause.
While reading Billy Graham's "Decision Magazine," we were touched by the opportunity to make a donation on behalf of the victims of September 11th by purchasing a Mercy Band.
Several days later we recieved a metal bracelet with Brian Dale's name engraved on it, and we have been praying for your family in this time of sorrow.
During times of tragedy and pain it's difficult to understand God's will for our lives. We hope and pray that you'll call upon the name of Jesus Christ in your time of need, and learn the truth about God.
We want you and the friends of Brian to know that we are praying for you. Take care, and may God bless each of you in your mourning.
If you wish to contact us:
The Dunkirk St. Bible Study
29 Dunkirk St.
Charlottetown, PE
C1A 3Z7
Janet Christensen
March 8, 2002
My deepest sympathy to you. I worked with Brian at Kirkpatrick & Lockhart in Pittsburgh, and remember him as always having a smile on his face and a kind word for everyone. God bless and keep you.
Sheila Werland
February 22, 2002
God be with the family and friends of Brian Dale. The mysteries of life and death are many, but with the love of family, friends and God we manage to heal.
Shirley & Dan Dale
February 1, 2002
We also send our reguards to the family it was like one of our own with everyone on that fight and especially Mr dale as we have the same name . Bless the family
Kaylee Sims
January 16, 2002
May God bless Brian P.Dale and to his family. My prayers are with you throughout these hard times.
Maria Dakis
January 13, 2002
Brian P. Dale is in our thoughts and prayers. My condolences to the family. May God bless.
Teresa Jahn
January 12, 2002
May Brian's enjoyment for camping and boating, his life and love continue living in you. We are very sorry for your loss. Our hearts cry with you.
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
Ellen Pierce
November 20, 2001
I am a friend and former co-worker of Brian's wife, Louanne. After several years of working together, she called to tell me that she'd resigned from her position and was relocating to be with Brian. I remember thinking "he must be extraordinary", and later, I was lucky enough to find out in person that he was. My heartfelt sympathy goes to Louanne, the kids, and Brian's family. His name has been added to the Parish Book of Prayer at St. Clement in Chicago.
Crystal Phillips
November 13, 2001
I was a classmate of Brian's at Dartmouth, and I can still picture him hanging around with Scott Daggs during freshman year. My sincerest condolences to your family.
Dwayne and Kay Collman
November 2, 2001
Dear Dale family, WE read about your Husband being on flight 11 in THE LUTHERAN and ELCA magazine. Our son was a flight attendant on that flight so we share your grief. He also wasn't suppose to be on that flight but took it so he could be off for his birthday on September 28. He would have been 42.We will be praying for you and your children. Dwayne and Kay Collman
Pam Roberts
October 8, 2001
I graduated from Norwin H>S> with Brian. He was such an interesting person. In junior high I remember having great fun with him in some English classes. I'm praying for his family especially his three little children.
Marc Iurato
September 26, 2001
Hi My name is Marc Iurato. I am 5 years old. My dad is from New Jersey, but I was born in Florida. My dad works in investments. I don't know you, but I have adopted you and your family to pray for in a special project in our community. I will be praying for you and your family each night when I go to bed. I hope your children and wife feel better soon.
Marc Iurato
Barbara Bolin
September 26, 2001
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU ALL.MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
BRIAN MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.
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