On Thursday, December 17th, 2020, Dale was called home to heaven to be with Jesus; He was 81. In his earlier years, Dale was a Sunday School teacher and participated in many church functions over the years. When he was younger, he enjoyed riding his Harley motorcycle and spent seven years in the Army National Guard as a Tank Commander Instructor. Dale and his wife Annie farmed for many years in the Town of Texas with their six children. He was a hard worker, farming and working full time at Wausau Tile. With his family Dale spent many hours "down by the river". Dale along with his boys built the farmhouse with logs from the river forty. After retiring from farming, along with Annie, he cared for and loved many dogs and cats. He had a special fondness for his dog Tootie. Dale is survived by his wife of 60 years, Annie, as well as his children, Jonathon, Lori (Dan), Scott, Jeff, Todd (Gerry) and Connie. Grandchildren Jessica (Sirena), Jennifer (Josh), Jeff Jr. (Nikki), Haley, Josh aka Joe and Katie (Colton) as well as six great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Dale was preceded in death by his parents Edward and Viola, sister Carol, his beloved foster family June and Herman Meinders, and Mabel Weisenberg, his spiritual guide and friend Pastor Alfred Schroeder. A special thank you to the palliative care nurses at Aspirus for their compassion and support. Due to the current pandemic concerns, there are no services planned at this time. Messages and memories may be shared at www.HonorOne.com . "Rest in peace Dad until we see you again", Your beloved family