Minnetonka, Minnesota
Hougham, Dale Carl Of Minnetonka, MN. Beloved husband, father, brother and friend. Age 62. Born October 12, 1950. Passed away peacefully on September 19, 2013, surround- ed by his family. Dale was born and raised in Des Moines, IA. He attended Iowa State University and graduated with a degree in Engineering. He worked at Litton Microwave where he met his wife Brenda. He continued his career proudly at Guidant, later Boston Scientific, retiring in 2010. Dale was preceded in death by his mother, Eloise, father, Pryor, and brother, John. He is survived by his loving family, wife of 34 years, Brenda (Wynia) Hougham; sons, Aaron (Krysta), Brandon (Jennifer); daughter, Sarah; brother, Ron Hougham (Susan); mother-in-law, Sadie Wynia; sisters-in-law, Marilyn Westmark, Barbara Boulware (Keith); brother- in-law, Dan Wynia (Susan); and many nieces and nephews. Memorial service 2 PM TUESDAY, Wooddale Church (Worship Center), 6630 Shady Oak Road, Eden Prairie, MN www.wooddale.org. Visitation 1 hour prior. Memorials preferred. www.albinchapel.com Albin Chapel 952-914-9410
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
Very nice cheerful high school classmate. I recall from NHS senior English class he wanted to be an architect at the time and did a report on Sir Christopher Wren, a topic on Jeopardy show which reminded me of him. My condolences to his friends and family.
Charles Tomlinson
January 09, 2025 | Saint Clair, MO | Classmate
I feel very fortunate to have known Dale. His kindness and gentleness in everything he did meant a lot to all.
October 08, 2013 | KS
I will always remember Dale fondly from our years working together at CPI/Lilly/Guidant. My condolences for your loss.
Andra Thomas
October 06, 2013 | Los Gatos, CA
My sincerest condolences to the entire Hougham family. I am honored to have known and worked with Dale. He will never be forgotten.
Todd Leach
October 01, 2013 | Scottsdale, AZ
I worked with Dale at Guidant for about a year. He was a sincere man and trusted confidante. My deepest condolences to his family.
Peter Henderson
Peter Henderson
October 01, 2013 | Raleigh, NC
Dale was always a pleasure to work with and be around. I am sorry not to have a chance to spend time with him on a future project.
Madelyn Nasser
October 01, 2013
Dale was a straight arrow, a good guy that never wavered in helping us build CPI and GDT. A company's culture is the sum of its people, and Dale added integrity and passion to our efforts. He will be missed by all.
Tim Goldman
October 01, 2013 | Hot Springs,, AR
Dale and his brother Ron.
Uncle Dale - you will forever be in our hearts and minds. The smiles and laughter you brought to our family gatherings will truly be missed. We send our deepest sympathy to Brenda, Aaron, Brandon and Sarah.
Scott, Nicole and Ethan Hougham
September 29, 2013 | Kent, WA
My name is Mark Gilles and none of Dale's family knows me. I want them to know that Dale had a great influence on my professional life. He was a friend, coach, mentor and supporter. He mmentored so many people at Guidant. I came to admire, respect but most of all really enjoy being with im. I am deeply saddened to hear of his passing. He touched a lot of people during his career, I'm proud to have been one of them.
Mark A. Gilles
September 25, 2013