1927
2013
Dale was born August 31, 1927 in Minot, ND to Wilmer and Gladys Whitson; he passed away peacefully at his home in Mount Vernon May 4, 2013 surrounded by his family.
Dale married Ione Gallup June 14, 1953. Dale worked at the Texaco Refinery in Sunburst, MT until relocating to Burlington, WA in 1958 for the opening of the Texaco Refinery in Anacortes, WA. Dale worked at Texaco until his retirement in 1986.
He married Janice Monroe May 24, 1997. In retirement Dale enjoyed his family, especially his grandchildren, and friends. He also enjoyed gardening, camping and ice cream at Pearrygin with grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter: Elaine Whitson; first wife: Ione Whitson (1989).
He is survived by his wife, Janice; daughter: Sharon (Larry) LaRue, step-children: Scott (Vickie) Monroe and Jill (Steve) Elwick; grandchildren: Michael Marques, Kenneth Marques, Ashley LaRue, Matthew LaRue, Kate (Kevin) Edwards, Tucker Elwick, Taren Elwick, Jamie Monroe, Kaylee Monroe; twin-sisters: Jane (Arnold) Erber and Jean Schmidt; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
A private graveside service will be held at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery. A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 11, 2013, 2:00 pm at the La Conner Methodist Church, with a reception to follow.
Please share your thoughts of Dale and sign the online guest register at www.hawthornefh.com.
In Lieu of flowers Donation can be made to Seattle Children's Hospital M/S S-200 P.O. Box 5371, Seattle, WA 98115-5005.
Arrangements are under the care of Hawthorne Funeral Home, Mount Vernon.
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Mom, Kay "Sis", Matzdorf Stroklund, Dale's first cousin, always thought so much of Dale, she always enjoyed visiting with him. we share your grief at this time, as well as many memories....
June 2, 2013
I was blessed to have known Mr. Whitson for 52 years. He was always a kind man and made me feel as though I was a member of his family. He had great compassion and heart as well as a great sense of humor. He loved his family greatly. I will always remember him for his distinct voice and kind smile. Thank you for gracing my life Mr. Whitson as another one of my dads! R.I.P. Mr. Whitson.
Susie Kelley-Williams
May 12, 2013
shortly after arriving in La Conner 20 years ago, I started attending the La Conner UMC and Dale was one of the first people I met at church. His warm personal welcome and wise, happy smile became my image of the church. When I would see that smile I knew I was in the right place. I'll still be there in the right place and will "see" that smile each Sunday. Thanks to Dale and Jan for making our church home a friendly and holy place.
Bob Raymond
May 11, 2013
Sorry to read about the passing of Dale. I worked with Dale as a contract eng at Texaco until his retirement. I was truly amazed at how knowledgeable he was of everything in his area. He knew what was in each line and had a story about each one. I only knew him in the business setting but I'm sure he had the same compassion and commitment in his personal life.
RIP Dale
Bert Broussard
May 8, 2013
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