Dale Loyd McDowell

Dale L McDowell, 97 of tangent passed away on February 8, 2026.

Dale was born at home on December 11, 1928 in Davis City, Iowa to Elsie (Burrell) and Everett McDowell, one of eight children

dale moved his family to Oregon in 1953 and to tangent in 1959 where he lived until his death.

Dale was a founding member of the fire department volunteer program formed shortly after moving to tangent, he was hired fire chief and served for 17 years until his retirement.

Dale's interests are hunting, fishing and gardening camping most often with family. His passion was music, he played three instruments and sang, friends and family would join in, good or bad everyone got their chance.

He will be remembered as a great dad, a caring kind, humorous and an asset to his community and beyond.

Dale is survived by daughter Annette and Doug Wright; son Terry and Kerry Mcdowell of Lebanon; daughter Debbie Mcdowell of tangent; son Rodney Mcdowell and LaVaun of Corvallis. He was preceded in death by his wife Ella Jane, and son Keith.

Dale has ten grandchildren, 20 great grandkids and 2 great great grandkids.

Celebration of life will be held on February 28, 2026, from 2-5pm at the Tangent fire hall. Any donations can be made to the Tangent fire department.