Waltz “Buddy” Dahl

Waltz “Buddy” Dahl obituary, St Pauls, NC

Waltz “Buddy” Dahl

Waltz Dahl Obituary

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Waltz Burgess “Buddy” Dahl, age 90 of Fairmont, North Carolina was born May 27, 1934 in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Elmer and Elsie Dahl and departed this life for his heavenly home on January 21, 2025 at his residence with his loving family by his side. 

In addition to his parents, Waltz is preceded in death by his wife, Mary and two sisters, Thelma Lewis and Julia LaMartina.

Waltz leaves to cherish his memories two sons, Jeff Dahl and wife, Melanie of Fairmont, Greg Dahl of Pasadena, Maryland; one daughter, Connie Dipinto of Baltimore, Maryland; his grandchildren, Ronnie Dahl, Jr., Mia Locklear, Samantha Cummings and Sarah Dipinto; seven great grandchildren; his best friend, Mr. Alexander Odum; special neighbors, Randy and Flora Lewis; several nieces and nephews and a host of relatives and friends. 

Special thanks to Scotland Regional Hospice for the exemplary care that was provided to our Dad. 


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