Dale W. McGinnis

Dale W. McGinnis obituary

Dale W. McGinnis

Dale McGinnis Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Holland, Barry & Bennett Funeral Home on Nov. 25, 2025.

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Dale W. McGinnis, 68, of Lincoln, passed away November 17, 2025, at Lincoln Memorial Hospital. Cremation rites have been accorded by Holland Barry & Bennett Funeral Home.

Dale was born October 10, 1957, in Hopedale, IL., the son of Clifford and Neomia (Fletcher) McGinnis. He married Vivian Raridon on August 17, 1979, and they shared 34 beautiful years together. She preceded him in death on August 7, 2013.

Dale was a lifelong farm worker. He was a devoted sports fan with a special love for Dodgers baseball and was an avid baseball card collector. Dale loved music-especially the Beatles-and enjoyed playing cards with friends and family, particularly poker.

Survivors include his children, Jeremy (Michele) McGinnis and Heather (Adam) Ausmus; his grandchildren, Isabelle, Ethan, Conner, and Kylie; his sister, Beverly; and his brothers, Clifford and William.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and his brothers John "Ed" and Kenneth.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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Holland, Barry & Bennett Funeral Home

620 Pulaski St. P.O. Box 623, Lincoln, IL 62656

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