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John Dase Obituary
Originally from Buffalo, NY, passed away January 25, 2015 at Lund Family Hospice Home in Gilbert, AZ, at the age of 85 after a long illness. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years Rita Louise Mootz Dase, parents John E. Dase and Charlotte Neureuter, and daughter Nancy Jean. Mr. Dase was the beloved father of Linda Daily, Oak Island NC; Connie Rayner, Sun Lakes, AZ; Karin Shaughnessy, Bay Village, OH; Cheryl Roberson, North Ridgeville, OH; Lori Tabares, Emporia, KS; Larry Dase, Kennesau, GA; John A. Dase, Chandler, AZ; Kathy Stephens, Queen Creek, AZ; Kim Hathaway, Doylestown, PA. His sister Jane Duewiger, Hamburg, NY and brother Richard Dase, Angola, NY survive him. He was very proud of his 24 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. He was a devoted father, who dedicated exceptional time and talent to his churches serving as Elder at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Emporia, KS; Hope Presbyterian Church, Wheaton, IL., Presbyterian Kirk in the Pines, Hot Springs Village, AR; Good News Presbyterian Church, Gilbert, AZ. He shared his vibrant tenor voice throughout his life in churches and community productions. He was a 32nd degree Mason and member of the Shriners contributing his leadership especially to the Royal Arch Masonic Lodge in Lackawanna, NY. Alongside his wife Rita, he proudly served the Order of the Eastern Star as Patron of Salome Chapter, Buffalo, NY and Grand Patron. He served in the US Navy Reserves from June 1948-June 1953. He retired as a lifetime employee of Interstate Bakeries in 1992. Visitation will be held from 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm on January 29 at Bunker's University Chapel, 3529 E. University, Mesa, AZ, followed by a memorial service at 3:30 pm. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hospice of the Valley 1982 E. Woodside Court, Gilbert AZ 85297.
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Jan Howsmon
January 22, 2020
Kathy, thinking of you and the family on the anniversary of your father's death. I read his obituary and was impressed with the meaningful life
he lived. I think he passed his beautiful voice on to you!
In friendship, Jan Howsmon
February 3, 2015
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one may God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time Ps 46 : 1
Kathy Herman
February 1, 2015
My condolences to the Dase family from an old classmate of Lori's from PS 72. South Buffalo NY. God's peace.
January 30, 2015
Dearest Karin and all Dase children,
I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Johns passing. He was a great dad and a wonderful uncle. He is now with Aunt Rita and Nancy watching over everyone, keeping you safe and he is happy. You are all in my thoughts and in my heart at this time not in sadness but in joyous memories that he has left us all with.
Much Love,
Vickey (Mootz) Vreeland
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Margee Brownfield
January 29, 2015
Dear Connie and family my sincere condolences. My Mom spoke of your parents and their Eastern Star days shortly before she passed away in 2013. Those were fond memories.
January 29, 2015
To Kathy and family, John was an exceptional person and he and Rita led a full life. May the memories John left with you serve as a comfort in coming days. In friendship, Jan and Ron
January 28, 2015
I will always remember his smile,
Doreen M. Daily
George and Paula Burn
January 28, 2015
Dear Linda and family. We so enjoyed being with your dad when we had dinner together. Our thoughts reside with you while you are away and hugs await you on your return
David Hortman
January 28, 2015
John was a wonderful neighbor and an excellent example of what a father should be. He will be missed.
Joyce Boughter
January 28, 2015
I just read your dad's obituary. What a wonderful life he lead blessed with love and family. Please know I love you Cheryl and my thoughts and prayers are always with you.
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