Extending sympathy to Mary and families in the loss of Dale from Calvin and myself. Dale was an honorary pall bearer for our Dad's funeral. Dad thought a lot of his Masonic brothers in other towns and enjoyed being with them. I'm sure Marilyn is talking up a storm with him. He was a treasure to our family, and we're glad to have been a part of it. Thinking of you all.
Denice Haehlen
March 26, 2015
I knew Dale as a customer and as a Brother Mason as well as a Christian in church. He would never curse anyone or do anything to hurt anyone. One of the finest men I ever had the privilege to know and I admired him greatly. He is definitely one of the people that I missed when we moved to Missouri. My sympathies to his very large extended family and friends.
Cary Bolton
March 25, 2015
To the Somers family-
Your family was always ready to "step up to the plate" whenever assistance or direction was needed in the community. The Wright girls - Karen, Jean, Janell and I, Vanessa - particularly remember your faithful dedication to the UCC. Thank you for being wonderful role models.
Vanessa Beauregard
Vanessa Beauregard
March 25, 2015
Our sincerest sympathy for the loss of Dale. One of those exceptional persons. May he rest in peace. Carol and Don, lived in Central City over 40 years. Hope family memories will bring joy and comfort. God Bless
Don and Carol Eiben
March 25, 2015
I first met Dale in the 1970's when I joined Level Lodge 284. My dad, Bob Crosby, had always been a good friend of Dale's and always spoke highly of him. I was always impressed with Dale as a Mason and as a person. I will never forget the touching Masonic funeral service Dale directed at my dad's funeral in 1994. Dale was a very dedicated man and it was evident in everything he did during his lifetime through his volunteer work in the Masonic Lodge and other organizations of which he was a member. He touched many, many lives and he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Mary, and your family.
Ed Crosby
Ed Crosby
March 25, 2015
My memories of my Great -Uncle Dale all are of his remarkably dry and subtle sense of humour.
I remember walking with him through a herd of cows on a blustering cold New Years day, when I was a sixth grader,
As I struggled to get through the snow, Uncle Dale turned to me and reminded me to watch my step, telling me with a wry smile, that if I "saw something dark and steaming" , it wasn't. Snow.
A remarkable man who lived at extraordinary life. My thoughts are with Aunt Mary Lou and the whole family.
David Fabie
March 25, 2015
Barb we are deeply saddened by the news of your father passing. Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
“He didn’t tell those how to live; he lived, and let them watch him do it.” - Clarence Budington Kelland
Kelli & Logan
Kelli
March 24, 2015
No finer nor kinder person have I ever known. Dale exemplified "service to others before self". Another of the "greatest generation" is gone from this earthly life.
Marvin Waterhouse
March 24, 2015
Uncle Dale was very special to me. He always seemed to be so kind and loving, especially to children. I felt loved when I was around him! Our last visit in 2010 was like seeing my Dad as they looked alike, and he gave us fatherly advice about our Iowa farm. His stories about his time in the military service were quite interesting, and also showed me how those times affected our returning soldiers during World War II. He was so compassionate and caring. I'm sure that he and Marilyn are having a great reunion in heaven! Sending many hugs to all of the family. Renee
Renee (Somers) Horton
March 24, 2015