McKeen, William Dale Age 92. Born July 2, 1916 in Bottineau, ND, of Apple Valley, formerly of New Hope, MN. Passed away Dec. 20, 2008 at the Augustana Health Care Center, Apple Valley. Preceded in death by parents, Louis and Mae Bella (Diver). Survived by loving wife of 67 years, Joann (Bruderer); son, Charles (Linda); 2 grandsons, John and Michael. WWII 90th Division veteran of the Normandy Invasion. Purple Heart recipient for wounds suffered during the Rhineland Campaign at Dillingen in the Saar Basin. He returned to a full life that included 30 years of employment with the U.S. Postal Service and many happy years together with his wife Joann. Funeral service Tuesday, 11 AM, at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 147th & Garrett Ave., Apple Valley with visitation 1 hour before. Private interment Sunset. Henry W. Anderson 952-432-2331 obit.HenryWAnderson.com
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
Wes and Josie Johnson
Our heartfelt sympathies to the family of Dale McKeen. We have so many wonderful memories of Dale and Joann at Lake Nancy and pictures to treasure. Prayers & Peace.
Wes & Josie Johnson
December 23, 2008 | Rockford, IL
Joann & Chuck, as fomer neighbors & friends 30 years ago we offer our deepest sympathy. We were given the sad news today as we are still in touch with realatives in Minnesota
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Bob & Barb Wagner
December 23, 2008 | New Port Richey, FL
As Dale's only nephew where do I start with the memories? While Chuck and I were in our formative years there were Canadian fishing trips every June just after school was out for the summer. The constant good natured verbal jabs between Dale being with the Postal Service and my dad being with the StarTribune (it was either the mail was delivered late or poorly written articles in the newspaper of which neither of them were responsible). A lifetime of memories of our family being together....
Wayne Shmitka
December 23, 2008 | Centennial, CO
I just heard today this sad news. As a co-worker of Chuck's I've heard many family stories over the years and I know how much his father will be missed. I hope you all find the strength you need in this trying time. Best wishes.
Kathy Green
December 22, 2008 | Canal Winchester, OH
While I never met Dale, I have met Charles, Linda, John and Mike. And believe that Dale
must have been a good man, who has created a fine legacy within his family. God bless you all.
Dan Nindorf
December 22, 2008 | Sanger, TX
We did alot of projects together. We enjoyed working together and visiting especially when Dale and Joann came up to their home next door to us at the lake. We also remember the good times we had together when Dale and Joann visited us in Florida and Texas. We had many good times together. May the Lord be with Joann and the rest of your family. Love, Cal and Jeanette buck
Cal and Jeanette Buck
December 22, 2008 | Minong, WI
