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DANIEL DALE Obituary
(DAN) CHARLES
Dan Dale Sr., age 82 passed away peacefully August 13th 2018 at home with family in Gainesville.
Dan was born in Opa Locka Florida on May 6th 1936. He attended Edison High School where he met and then married his high school sweetheart, Lorena Elizabeth Nix (Betty).
Relocating to Gainesville in 1962, Dan and Betty raised three sons, Chuck, Monty and Rick and thoroughly enjoyed two grandsons, Brett and Tyler. Dan and Betty celebrated over 62 years of marriage.
Dan retired from the Bell system with 34 years of service after which he finished his work career at Gainesville Regional Utilities.
While his hobbies were few Dan spent his spare time with family, at his son's ball games and coaching local kid's baseball teams.
Dan was preceded in death by his son Chuck in 2002 (ALS).
Dan is survived by his loving wife Betty, two sons Monty and Rick, two grandsons Brett and Tyler and sisters Diane and Judy and their loving families.
Memorial services for Dan will be held at Celebration United Methodist Church, 9501 SW Archer RD. Gainesville, FL 32608, August 25th at 11:30 am. Following the service a gathering to meet with family will be held at the church. Services will be officiated by Rev. Melissa Pisco.
If considering memorial remembrance please take time to enjoy your grandchildren, children and family. Dan would also like for those attending to come in comfortable and casual attire.
Thank you to Haven Hospice. Services are in the care of MILAM FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, 311 S. Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601. (352) 376-5361.
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Memories and Condolences
for DANIEL DALE
Diane Hazen
August 28, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. What a wonderful man Dan was. My late husband never forgot the fun he had with Dan on an American Legion baseball trip. I know that he will be missed by many people.
Diane Hazen
Tommy Ford
August 27, 2018
Betty and family,
I could go on and on about my friend Dan.
But it is better that I just say , that some people
make an impact on others. I could not imagine
a life with out my friend, Dan , I could say more
but that is our life together. Dan, we are put
together as men of Telco. I pray we all see you
Love from Diane and MeT
Joe Liddon
August 24, 2018
I have fond memories of Mr. Dale. He was a good man and a family friend. When I was a boy, he was my midget league football coach. He had a very calm demeanor and an excellent rapport with all the boys he coached through the years. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. I pray God will bring them comfort and peace.
August 23, 2018
Betty and Family, Dan was a special person. We thought so much of him. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.
Lee & Donna Hartley
Dallas McMichael
August 23, 2018
I am sorry for your loss. When I was in marketing years ago I had the pleasure of
working with Dan. He was a friend and an
asset to the community & the Telephone
company. I pray that God will give the family comfort at this time.
Beth Cowart-Eddy
August 23, 2018
Mrs. Dale, Monty and Rick- My prayers are with you during this time. It is so hard to say goodbye to loved ones. I always loved talking to Mr. Dale and growing up with all of you in the neighborhood.
Clark Harrison
August 22, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mary Ulmer
August 22, 2018
My deepest sympathy for the family of Dan Dale. May God bless you and family in this time of sorrow.
Marjorie Cheston
August 22, 2018
It is so sad to learn of the passing of Dan. It has been a long fight for he and his family for sure. Please accept my sympathy.
D S
August 22, 2018
Sending my sincere condolences to the family. May the God of comfort give you strength and peace during this difficult time. -Psalm 29:11
John & Rita Worley
August 22, 2018
Mrs. Dale, Monty and Rick...he is back with Chuck again and they can now enjoy watching over the rest of you and talking baseball!! I always enjoyed seeing him during our "numerous" baseball games! Prayers to you all for your comfort and peace..
Bill Ryan
August 21, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of Dan's passing. He was so patient working with me trying to figure out our phone system at Kelly (GRU). I always liked his laugh and calm and professional attitude.
Priscilla R Lewis(retired GRU)
August 21, 2018
My condolences on your loss. Dan, the phone man as we called him at GRU, was a really nice man; made sure things got done. May your memories bring you comfort
Fran Jones
August 21, 2018
Dan was a friend to all in the Bell family. Thoughts and prayers to his family.
Shirley Davis
August 21, 2018
My thoughts and prayers go out to Betty and the boys in their time of sorrow.
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