Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1937
DIED
2020
Dale Bright Obituary
Dale W. Bright, Sr.
Aug. 25, 1937 - Nov. 18, 2020
Dale W. Bright, Sr., 83, of Waterloo and formerly of Janesville, died Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020 at MercyOne Waterloo of Covid-19. Dale was born Aug. 25, 1937 in Hawkeye, son of Harold & Phyllis (Hull) Bright. He graduated from Oelwein High School in 1955. He served in the United States Navy from 1956 until his honorable discharge in 1960. Dale married Rita J. Ratchford on Aug. 26, 1961 in Independence. He worked as an electrician for 42 years until retiring in 2000. He was a member of the Local International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers 288 in Waterloo. Dale was an avid fisherman. He enjoyed traveling & spending his winters in South Texas. Survived by his wife, Rita Bright of Waterloo; 4 sons, Dale (Nicole) Bright, Jr. of Janesville, Stephen Bright of Andover, MN, Mark (Lisa) Bright of Dysart, & John (Sarah) Bright, Sr. of West Des Moines; 6 grandchildren, Joshua (Kayla) Bright, Melissa (Jeff) Pietan, Nick Bright, Chris Bright, John Bright, Jr. & Samantha Wyckoff; 3 great-grandchildren, Baylee, Emma & Oliver; brother, Donald Bright of West Union; & sister, LaVonne Rolfs of Oelwein. Preceded in death by his parents; 2 brothers, Robert in infancy & Richard; & sister, Shirley Benham. No services at this time. Burial in Mount Olivet. Memorials directed to the family. Condolences may be left at www.KearnsFuneralService.com.
Memories and Condolences
for Dale Bright
5 Entries
Kent ward
November 28, 2020
I will always remember the memories. So sorry for your loss.
Jackie Ratcford Hogan
November 23, 2020
May God comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Verna deTemmerman
November 23, 2020
Rita and Family and Toby . You all have my sympathy on Dales a passing. I sure was shocked to read about it. May God watch over you all .
Lois Roberts
November 22, 2020
Rita and family, I am so saddened to hear of Dales unexpected death. There are no words to express my feelings.He and Terry are together again.
How you can show support
Bill and Nancy Bloker
November 22, 2020
Sorry for your loss.
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results
Make a Donation
in Dale Bright's name
Memorial Events
for Dale Bright
People and places connected with Dale
Waterloo, IA
Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Dale's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Dale Bright's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
