Alan Dial

Alan Dial obituary, Decatur, TX

Alan Dial

Alan Dial Obituary

Visit the Hawkins Funeral Homes - Decatur website to view the full obituary.

Alan Bradley Dial, “Brad”, 59, of Antlers passed from this earth Monday, October 24th, 2025 in Ft. Worth, Texas.

Brad was born February 18th, 1966 to Elwood and Joy (Rexroat) Dial in Antlers, Oklahoma. He was a United States Army Veteran. Brad graduated from Southern Oklahoma State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice. After graduation Brad spent several years in law enforcement. Where he often referred to himself as “Park Ranger Dial”. In 2006 Brad changed careers and began work as a safety inspector in the oilfield business for the last 20+ years. Brad was passionate about playing the guitar and story telling around a big meal, prepared by his own hands. He loved to be the main event and bring smiles to his friends and family. Brad was a kind hearted man. He never met a stranger he couldn’t turn into a friend. Brad loved his friends wholeheartedly. The way his face lit up with a smile when he saw someone he loved was unmatched. He would make you feel like the most important person in the world and he gave the best hugs. He was hilarious and always goofing around looking for a laugh. Brad loved his children. He never missed a chance to brag about us or tell us that he was proud and that he loved us. He was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to many who will miss him dearly.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Elwood and Joy Dial.

Those left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Malorie Haynes and husband Mike of Decatur; his son, Alex Dial of Eueless; a grandson, Jameson; his brothers, Chris and Marlin Dial, Stacee Roberts, and Cody Roberts; his sister, Terri Seifert; extended family members and a host of lifelong friends.

~Take your time, don’t live too fast. Troubles will come and they will pass ~

Hawkins Funeral Homes - Decatur

405 E. Main, Decatur, TX 76234

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