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Charles Dale Obituary
Charles Larry Dale, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, went to be with his Lord and Savior on March 3rd. He was born to John and Mildred Dale in Paris, TN on May 31, 1939 and he graduated from Memphis State University in 1957.
Larry joined the Air Force and while stationed in Biloxi, MS, met his loving wife Opal Richardson. They married in November of 1963.
Larry had a distinguished twenty-year career in the Air Force, rising to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel with the Strategic Air Command. After his retirement, Larry and Opal moved back to Gulfport and Larry spent twenty-three years in the banking industry with Magnolia Federal, Union Planters, and Regions.
Larry was also a member and elder of the Orange Grove Church of Christ in Gulfport.
Larry is survived by his wife Opal, son Russ Dale and wife Kristina Dale of Ft. Worth TX; and son Alan Dale and wife Marcy Dale of Richardson TX. Grandchildren include Connor Dale, Cassie Dale, Ashton Dale, Allison Dale, and Trey Dale. He is also survived by his two brothers, Kenneth Dale of Ft. Worth TX and John Dale of Murray KY.
The funeral will be at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, O'Neal Road, Gulfport on Friday March 7, 2008. Visitation starts at 9:00 a.m. and funeral services at 10:00. Larry will be interred at Biloxi National Cemetery with full military honors at 11:00.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to either the Orange Grove Church of Christ Building Fund P.O. Box 2456, Gulfport MS 39505 or the Arthritis Foundation(www.arthritis.org).
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Dale
Tina Johnson
June 25, 2008
To the Dale Family,
I just learned of Larry's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Larry at Magnolia Federal 11 years ago. We was a great man, and I truly enjoyed working with him. My prayers are with you. God bless you all.
Steve Treutel
April 9, 2008
Opal, Russ and Alan,
Please accept my sympathies on your loss. Larry was a man of character, competence and compassion. He will be missed.
Byron & Eva Evans
March 18, 2008
Opal, Russell, and Allen - With a great sadness in my heart, Eva and I would like to express our sincere condolences to you and the family. Larry was more than just a friend for life, he was a brother to me.
J Dyan Barrett/ Bruneau
March 17, 2008
My deepest regrets to his family. I have been a customer of Regions Bank for 27 years and all the times I saw him working there he was always nice and frindly. I remeber once I spotted a man casing the bank and I went and told him, the next day the same man I noticed robbed the bank 1 mile down on 49 highway. Mr dale was calm and very business like and handled the situation as a professional. he will be missed.
Bill and Sherry Evans
March 16, 2008
Opal, Russell, and Allan
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathies. Larry was one that we always felt was more family than just a close friend for the past 50 years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rebecca Bruce-Prewitt
March 8, 2008
Mr. Dale's Family,
I am very sorry for your lose, it is a great lose. I banked at Mr. Dale's branch because he was a great Branch Mangaer. My thoughts and prayers.
Former Customer
Roger & Cheryl Omer
March 7, 2008
Mrs. Dale - We are deeply saddened at the death of Mr. Dale. I feel I had a connection with him because I went to school at Murray State. You are in our prayers during this time of your loss and grief. Russ - We hold you up to God at this time as needing his special care. We look forward to your return so we may give you our personal condolences.
Sharon & Wayne Grant
March 7, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Dale family. I will always cherish my association with Larry during our days together at Magnolia Federal. Larry was a true professional, a true friend as well as a fellow Air Force Officer. We will be praying for you and the family.
Arthur & Jacqueline Williams
March 7, 2008
Opal and Russ and Alan,
We lived in many different states and worshipped with many different congregations. Larry was the one and only elder we ever experienced who was a real "elder's elder". He was a true servant of God. His friendship will be SO missed. May God comfort you.
Brandon Sherwood
March 7, 2008
Larry always had a way to make the people around him smile and feel better about themselves. I had the pleasure of working with him at Union Planters/Regions for 2 1/2 years. He actually trained me when I first started at the bank. He will be missed and my prayers are with his family
Debbie Patton
March 7, 2008
Opal and family,
We were so saddened to hear of Larry's passing, but we know he is now in the arms of Jesus. We are praying for you during this difficult time.
Debbie & Richard Patton
Mr. & Mrs. Ron Irby
March 7, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. You were such good neighbors to Mother and we will never forget that.
Mindy Euton
March 7, 2008
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you Opal and the entire Dale family. We moved from the Coast over 10 years ago but Larry left a memorable impresson on us both. I enjoyed working with him at Magnolia Federal. I can't eat a Snickers without thinking of Larry.
Mindy and Charles Euton
Diana Toth
March 7, 2008
Opal and Family,
Dale was a great co-worker who amused us with his many antics and kept the job worth coming to every day while I worked with him at Magnolia Federal. He surely will be a wonderful entertainer to all those lucky folks in Heaven. God Bless
Randy and Carol Arnold
March 7, 2008
Carol and I send you our deepest sympathy. Larry was so loved by us as well as by everybody. He was in our wedding at Rodenburg 38 years ago this year.
Mattie
March 7, 2008
Opal, You are in my thoughts and prayers. Wish I could be there today. I love you and Larry.
The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes
March 7, 2008
We extend our sincere sympathy and value your trust during this time of remembrance and reflection. We pledge our support now and in the future.
Buddy Dancy
March 6, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss.
Charles has been remembered on his High school memoriam page, Grove High Class of 1957:
http://ewgrove.com/othclas/obit_mem/othmem/57mem.htm
Charleen Webb
March 6, 2008
Opal, Russ, Alan & family,
Our deepest sympathies are with all of you at this time. He had a long hard struggle and he isn't struggling any more. May God comfort you at this very difficult time.
Love,
Rick & Charleen Webb
Maegan Willis
Respiratory Department Garden Park Medical Center
March 6, 2008
We are deeply sorry for your loss. You both became like family to all of us. Our prayers are with you. May you find comfort in this time of great sorrow.
Jim Crowe
March 6, 2008
Opal - I was so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. I always enjoyed our interactions together while working for the bank. I am sure he will be missed by all.
Tom and Paula Pauley
March 6, 2008
Opal and Family.... Our hearts and love are with you and your family at this time. Larry was a true man of God. While we didn't get to know him long we loved him and will surely miss him.
Kathie Farrell
March 6, 2008
We were all very saddened to hear this. Even though we try not to get attached to a patient and the family, Mr. and Mrs. Dale and their sons made that impossible. He was an amazing man, and I'm glad his path crossed mine before his time in this world was over. Our thoughts are with you all.
Robbins 'Bobby' Mitchell
March 6, 2008
John & Kenny
I was so sorry to hear about Larry passing.......he just earned his 2nd set of wings.....my prayers are with all of you
Bob Cunningham
March 6, 2008
Barbara and I want to express our deepest sympathy for your loss, but rejoice in Larry's great victory. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Eddie Chrisman
March 6, 2008
Sorry for your loss. Larry was a dear friend during our time at AP and Grove High School. I used to help him on his PI paper route.
Class of 57
Myra Sivori, Bobby, Mikey & Wesley Bellanger
March 6, 2008
Opal, Russ and Alan,
We were very sorry to hear of your loss. We have many memories of Larry throughout the years. He was truly a friend. May you find comfort through each other.
Dale Dorcik Thibodeaux
March 6, 2008
Opal,
You and your family are in my prayers during this time of loss. Larry was a wonderful friend and co-worker for many years - always happy and kind words to share.
Pat & Brenda Kelley
March 6, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lindell Chrisman
March 6, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
J. D. Cook
March 6, 2008
My sympathy goes out to you in the passing of Larry. He wa a very good friend to me when I was at Riemann Funeral Homes and would often give me good advice. Please acdcept my prayers for you and your family.
Elbert & Ola Phillips
March 6, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
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