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L. Dale Wood, Sr.
SPRINGFIELD, IL - Dale passed away at St. John's Hospice on Sunday, July 14, 2013. He was born Jan. 5, 1933, to H. Merlon and Daisy Lee Wood. He married Mary Ellen Smith on June 20, 1953, at Ft. Bliss, Texas.
Surviving Dale are his wife; daughters, Sue (Greg) Englert of Charlotte, N.C. and Jonie DeMarco of Springfield; sons: Dale Jr. (Debbie) Wood of Camdenton, Mo., Craig Wood of Springfield and Grant (Christie) Wood of Springfield; eight grandchildren: Collette (Craig) Palmer, Lauren (Jeff) Bennett, Nick DeMarco, Alexandra Wood, Ross Englert, Connor Wood, and Danielle and Luke Wood; and one great-granddaughter, Zoey Palmer.
He was preceded in death by a daughter, Mary, and his parents.
He owned and operated Dale Wood Heating and Air-Conditioning for 50 years. Next to his family, his greatest pride was serving in the United States Army.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. John's Hospice.
Visitation: 4–7 p.m., Tuesday, July 16, 2013, at Staab Funeral Home.
Graveside Service: 11 a.m., Wednesday, July 17, 2013, at Camp Butler National Cemetery.
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July 18, 2013
Jonie
Please accept our sincere sympathy for you loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Bea, Donna, Charla & Bonnye (SIU)
Donna Matthews
July 16, 2013
Dear Craig, Mrs. Wood, and Family,
I don't think any of us is ever fully prepared or ready to give up a loved one, even when they've been ill for a long time. You have our deepest sympathy and heartfelt wishes that you find comfort in your memories. Donna Matthews & Jim Carver
Doug Barringer
July 16, 2013
Saddened to see of Dale' s death. He was one of the nicest and most honest person our family knew. Dad and mom had great respect for Dale and always counted on him when the heat or air needed work. Truly he was a member of the Greatest Generation.
Jeff Ridinger
July 16, 2013
Was very sorry to hear about Mr. Wood's passing. It has been many years since we've seen you all, but can't drive down Walnut without thinking of the family.
John S. Linxwiler
July 16, 2013
Dear Craig,Grant and family: I remember Mr Wood from all our swim meets...and all he did for so many people....the Christmas he came to fix our furnace...a very caring person who will be missed by us all!
John and Anne Linxwiler
July 16, 2013
Dear Mary Ellen,Joni,Craig and Grant: Our hearts and prayers go out to you at this sad time...May your beautiful memories sustain you thru this and may God Bless you all....
Cecil & Sharon Hill
July 16, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Craig &Jennifer (Wood) Johnson
July 16, 2013
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Hold on to the wonderful memories and let them help guide you through this hard time.
Jerry Alexander
July 15, 2013
Mary Ellen and Family,
Sorry to hear of Dale's passing. (I remember the two of you coming to Grandma Minder's house to visit when I was a child.)...Please accept our deepest sympathy...Jerry Minder Alexander, Sandy Minder Warrington, Pam Minder-Prior, and Vicky Minder Morrow.
Sally Lewis
July 15, 2013
I am so sorry. Always remember Springfield visits. He always had the best laugh and smile. I pray God will be near, and help ease your burden. Precious memories. Don and Irene Wood's daughter.
Ron and Rachel
July 15, 2013
Mary Ellen and Family-
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Dale was a very special man. It was a pleasure getting to know him. We will miss our talks with him on the porch.
Sharon Andersen
July 15, 2013
Mary Ellen,
Steve and I were so sorry to hear of Dale's passing. It was an honor to get to know you both as the wonderful neighbors you were and I know he will be missed.
Steve and Sharon
July 15, 2013
MARY ELLEN AND FAMILY
I AM VERY VERY SORRY TO OF DALE'S PASSING. HE WAS A VERY SPECIAL FRIEND AND FELLOW SWIMMER PARENT.
ADAM SUCHOMSKI
Kelly Lael
July 15, 2013
Jonie,I'm so sorry for your lost. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cindy Morris
July 15, 2013
Jonie,
I know how hard this is for you and your family. You will never fill the void that losing your dad has left. Your mom will really need you more than ever now. Take care and you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
July 15, 2013
Dale was a very kind, gentle, loving person. I loved him dearly.
Your Uncle,
Bob Angleton
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Mary Margaret Bringle
July 15, 2013
Mary Ellen and family, We are so sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathy. We have know Dale and his family since we were all young children. Also a fun loving person.
Our prays are with you and yours. God Bless.
Don & Mary Margaret (Smith) Bringle
Peggy Moore
July 15, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
July 15, 2013
Mary Ellen and family,
I am so sorry for your loss and you shall all be remembered in my prayers. May God bless you all. Mary Louise
Billy Williams
July 15, 2013
Dale Was A Very Special Person To Alot Of People He Will Be Missed Sorry For Your Loss
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