Dale Dennis Daake

Dale Dennis Daake, born January 16, 1945, in Seward, NE, passed away on January 17, 2025. A man of deep commitment and service, Dale was well-known and respected in his community. Dale worked tirelessly as an Insurance Agent and Underwriter for various companies over a span of 43 years. He also held leadership positions in numerous local organizations, including serving on various church boards, the Kiwanis Club, Jaycees, and as a Kids baseball and softball coach. Dale was also a dedicated Free Mason. He was recognized for his service to his community with various awards, including Assistant Sexton for the City of Seward, Vice President and President for the Milford Chamber of Commerce, Vice President and President for the Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad, and Vice President and President of Thornridge Golf Course.
Dale was a man of many passions. He loved to golf and was a fixture on the local golf courses. Yet, his greatest joy was his family. As Dale once said, "The love of family is life's greatest blessing." Dale's love for his family was evident in the way he lived his life, always putting them first. Dale also ran a Cafe called Westward Ho, where he was able to combine his love of serving the community with his love of good food. Dale also loved morning coffee with friends and "Saturday Casual."
Dale is lovingly remembered by his wife of 58 years, Joyce Daake; his children, Brian (Karmen) Daake, Janelle (Ed) Gerlach, and Trisha (Eric) Martin; his grandchildren, Samantha (Cody) Davis, Lauren Daake, Colten Daake, Brenden Gerlach, Devin Eis, Austin Martin, and Carlie (Patrick) McReynolds; his brother, Jerry (LaRue) Daake; his sister-in-law, Sylvia Daake; and many other nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Dale was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Frances Daake; sister, Donna Knapp; brother - in - law Dick Knapp; and brother Duane Daake.
Please join us for a celebration of life, Saturday, February 1st, 2025, from 9-11 am at the Milford United Methodist Church.
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