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Dale Lawrence Cheney
1977 - 2023
Dale Lawrence Cheney
1977 - 2023
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Dale Cheney Obituary
He grew up in New Jersey and Northern Virginia with his two brothers and two sisters. He attended Brigham Young University (class of 2001) in Provo, UT where he studied Accounting and met the love of his life, Lauren Colton, his wife of 22 years (married August 5, 2000 in the Washington DC LDS Temple). He earned an MBA from Harvard Business School (class of 2006) where he learned to be an effective business leader and made lifelong friends. He served a two-year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Cordoba, Argentina (1996-1998), where he grew to love the people and the gospel of Jesus Christ. This experience nurtured a profound love of serving others that became one of his guiding principles.
He loved life, especially with his family. He was passionate about traveling, high adventure, boating, skiing, biking, wake surfing, and running. He looked forward to long morning runs with Lauren in Waveny Park and summer Saturdays boating with his family at Candlewood Lake. He founded and managed a successful private equity fund and funneled his creative energy into designing and building beautiful homes for his family. Christmas was his favorite, reveling in the holiday as much as his youngest boys. Most of all, Dale absolutely adored his children spending many happy hours mentoring, coaching, teaching and playing with them. He taught through examples of hard work in every aspect of his life. His children will always be inspired by his curiosity, witty sense of humor, and integrity. They will all miss his loving guidance, boundless energy, and perfect smile.
He is survived by his loving wife, Lauren; children, Elle, Abby, James, Jackson, and Luke; his parents, Darwin and Bonnie Cheney of South Jordan, UT; his siblings Darin Lynn (Brenda) of Waxhaw, NC; David Lance (Stacey) of Gilbert, AZ; Allison Cheney Gibby (Ken) of Farr West, UT; and Anamarie Jessee (Graham) of Mount Pleasant, UT.
Memorial donations can be made in Dale's honor to the ABC House of New Canaan.
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Dempsey family
February 17, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Mary Alice Clark
February 13, 2023
Our prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Lots of love,
Mary Alice Clark and family
Boyd Hoglund
February 12, 2023
To Darwin and Bonnie we send our love and support to you as you mourn the loss of your son. We have fond memories of our associations in New Jersey. Boyd and LaDene Hoglund
Brian Deal
February 4, 2023
I knew Dale during his years at Citi and GS. There are no adequate words to express the sadness of this tragedy. May his family know that they were the center of his universe and more precious to him than anything else. Sending you all comforting thoughts as you endure this tremendous loss.
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The Culliss family
February 2, 2023
We feel blessed to have known this beautiful couple and their five remarkable and kind children. We hope the Cheney family shines their light brighter than ever to illuminate the paths of darkness for others. You are surrounded by forever friends who are shining our lights for you right now.
Love,
The Culliss family
Amy Perkins
February 1, 2023
Sorry for your loss and I pray you will find solace and comfort in God´s grace. I did not personally know him but his passing was so profoundly touching and heartbreaking. Such a beautiful soul, your family was very blessed.
Len T.
February 1, 2023
I am sorry for your loss, Cheney family. As you grieve, know that God cares'.-1 Peter 5 : 7. Len T.
Stranger with a heart
February 1, 2023
What a horrible loss you all must feel. Smile thou your heart is breaking. In memory of his beautiful smile.
Carmen Navarro
February 1, 2023
Praying for he´s wife and children and family for comfort and peace
Daniel Ebrahimi
February 1, 2023
I am saddened to hear of this profound loss to the Cheney family and all who knew him. Dale´s keen intellect, sharp wit, and genuine kindness was always punctuated by his warm smile and friendly demeanor. His love for his family and creating positive change in the world were the centerpiece of many a conversation. He will be missed but not forgotten.
God bless.
Bryce Wisan
February 1, 2023
Lauren, I have no words. My heart aches for you and your kids.
- Bryce & Karen
Don
February 1, 2023
RIP, Dale; and may you rest in the eternal peace you so deserve.
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Sean Dawson
January 31, 2023
Very sorry to hear about this. Seemed like he had a perfect life. I wish we could know more about it as many people are after the same thing.
Daisy Rodriguez
January 31, 2023
Though I didn't know Mr. Cheney personal, his death has touch many like myself. May God comfort his family, friends in this saddest time. My sincere condolences.
Daisy Rodriguez
Bridgeport, CT
Joyce Adams
January 31, 2023
Sending prayers of comfort!
Justin and Kiersha Wheeler
January 30, 2023
Dear Lauren and family,
We send all our love and prayers for your comfort and peace.
Sarah Bazey
January 30, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Cheney family. Dale was intelligent, charming, and a valued partner who will be greatly missed.
Sarah & Joseph Bazey
Emily Hanson
January 30, 2023
Our hearts are with you, Lauren. Sending all our love to you and your wonderful family.
-JP & Emily
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