BOWERSVILLE — Dale A. Cline, age 90, of Sabina, passed peacefully, at home, on Wednesday, January 25, 2017. Born on August 16, 1926, in Fayette County, he was the son of Lester and Ada L. 'Riley' Cline. Dale served in the United States Army during World War II, where he was in the third army under General Patton. Following his service, he worked in the machine department for 48 years at General Motors. A lifelong farmer, Dale was also a member of the Bowersville Church of Christ. He was currently attending the Jamestown Church of Christ, where he was a member of the Community Seniors. Dale is preceded in death by his wife, Melva Belle 'Hall' Cline. He is survived by his children: Karen (Dale) Church and Larry Cline, all of Jamestown, and Chris (Judy) Cline, of Sabina. Also left to cherish Dale's memory are grandchildren: Tammy Kincaid, Bobby (Cassie) Cline, and Jim (Ali) Church; great grandchildren: Marah Martindill, Marissa Kincaid, Lilly Cline and Robbie Cline; great-great grandson, Mason Martindill; sister, June Springer; and cousin, Ivy (Virgil) Wallace. In addition to his wife, Dale is preceded in death by siblings: Lucille Willis, Bernice Rice, and Howard Cline. Family will receive friends at the Jamestown Church of Christ on Sunday, January 29, 2017 from 4-6pm. Funeral services will follow at 12 Noon, on Monday, January 30, 2017, at the church with burial to follow at Woodlawn Cemetery, Bowersville. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Dayton. Littleton Funeral Home, Sabina, has been entrusted with arrangements. Please visit www.littletonfuneralhome.com for condolences.
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W Steiner
February 2, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
KELLEY
January 29, 2017
MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FRIENDS AND FAMILY SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BE OF COMFORT TO YOUR FAMILY.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17
Karen Wilson
January 28, 2017
I will always hold love in my heart for Aunt Malva and Uncle Dale. They were very good to me. May God comfort you in your loss as He is rejoicing in His gain.
Ch
January 27, 2017
I'm very sorry for the loss of your loved one. May you find comfort in prayer, in family and friends (Romans 12:12 and 15).
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Susan and Rick Meadows
January 27, 2017
I will miss spending time with my Mr. Dale watching Andy Griffith and all of the old shows he loved. Rest in peace my friend. Karen, Chris and Larry my heart, prayers and thoughts are with all of you and your family's as well.It was a pleasure taking care of your dad. God Bless!!, Susan and Rick Meadows
January 27, 2017
We were so sorry to see that dale passed away.dale and Melia were great neighbors.you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
David and Mary ann parsley
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