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Scott Mac posted a condolence
Monday, December 16, 2024
My deepest sympathies to Dale's family. I just learned of Dale's passing. I met Dale in High School and we were great friends. He was the most generous person I have ever met. We had many many happy times - playing risk in Bonny's basement until dawn broke and the birdsong convinced us to go home (to bed!); bombing around in Dale's latest car, Grayson Barn dances, etc. Dale was also one of the most charismatic people I ever knew - he was full of confidence, quick to laugh, loyal, a great friend.
I moved out to BC around '86 and was never one for social media - hence my just learning of this tragic news.
You were one of a kind, my friend, thank you for your friendship, until we meet again,
Scott Mac
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Eileen & Larry Kostiuk posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 6, 2024
Des, Devon, Dillon and the extended family, we send Our Deepest Condolences on the loss of Dale! Our Hearts are with you. Cherish all your memories. And Dale, someday we will meet again, have those deck of cards and dice ready!
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Kurt Pachal posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 6, 2024
My condolences to Des and Dale’s extended family. I will always remember Dale being a long time, close, and best friend. We go way back to elementary school age. Even though, I didn’t attend the same school, I met Dale by competing against him in school sports and minor hockey. Although we played just house league hockey, Dale excelled as a forward. As a teenager, we played golf together and he was pretty good at that too. As a bowler, he was elite! In high school, we had become best buds and I will always remember hanging out in his basement when there was no parties to go to. Dale’s mom, Bonnie used to let us blare loud music from the stereo. We listened to Dale’s older brother’s record collection and I gained a new appreciation for rock music. We would also watch movies we rented and spend hours analyzing them. After high school, we attended university and Dale was one of my roommates. Dale majored in partying and I learnt a thing or two as he would always take it to the next level. As we all matured, I observed Dale transform into a loving family man who worked his arse off to help support his family. Even though will lived a great distance from each other, I made a point to keep in contact with Dale. Whenever I returned to Yorkton to visit my parents, we almost always got together to share a beer and talk about the good old days. The only weakness I can think of was that Dale was a big Maple Leafs fan. However, He was very good at receiving trash talk that I would give almost on a yearly basis after the Leafs disappointed again. Dale was an elite trash talker himself and had a great sense of humour.
I was in Saskatchewan when Dale suddenly passed. If there is a silver lining to his passing, I have reconnected with many friends from this circle, people who I have lost contact over the years. Unfortunately, I returned back home and am unable to attend his memorial service. Great thanks to his family and Bailey’s for live streaming the service and I will settle for watching as a virtual participant.
Cheers
Kurt Pachal
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Jonathan Ryder posted a condolence
Sunday, August 4, 2024
Below is a tiny tribute to my friend Dale, but first my condolences to Des and family and my friend Glen. Such a loss. Love to you all.
Dale was one of the best examples of “what you see is what you get” in a person. No pretence, no compromise on opinion based on who else is in the room. If Dale believed it he said it, if he loved you, you knew it and if you were being an asshole he let you know… but he still loved you.
Dale and I graduated the same year but him at the Regional and me Sacred Heart. We barely knew each other around that time but a couple of years later we ended up in an acting class together at the U of S, and then became close friends. Of course he was a natural a performer and a handsome looking leading man type, but in the end he didn’t have a lot of time for all that actor pretending crap ;-).
Dale was a guy who always made you feel like you’re with your best friend when you were with him and he wasn’t making it up for a second. He loved you and you loved him.
I’m so glad that Des recognized what a beautiful, genuine, loyal and fun person she had met when Dale came across her path because it was the most wonderful thing for him to find a focus for his powerful love and companionship. Such a fucking great guy!
I feel licence to swear as I please at this solemn moment, because if it was Dale writing this, he wouldn’t hold back.
Dale is one of those besties who lives inside you as a constant reminder that you are loved and celebrated. I use the present tense here because he lives on inside all of his many besties. I saw very little of Dale since I moved away from Saskatchewan in the mid 90’s but with people you know and love like Dale, it was always as if no time had passed whenever we were together again.
The last time I saw Dale was in 2019 when my whole family, who live across SK, AB and BC, got together for a family reunion at Good Spirit Lake, and Dale & Des drove out for a visit one evening. We had a great time hanging out, talking about our lives at the time and since we’d last seen each other. Dale talked about his job as supervisor at the mine and how much he cared about his team, how important their safety and fair treatment was to him. They were so lucky to have him on their side. It made me feel good to know that Dale had found some more folks to care for in his unrelenting and generous way.
As the sun went down and it came time for Dale and Des to head back to town, it was a little sad of course because we knew it may be a while before we’d see each other again, but it was mostly awesome because my whole family had the pleasure of hanging out with my great friend and his amazing life partner. So there were hugs and goodbyes and off they went into the night, heading away from the isolated group camping site that we were staying at.
Then, 20 or so minutes later we saw headlights through the trees, heading towards us in the dark. As they got closer, it looked like their vehicle, and I wondered if everything was ok. They pulled in and Dale hopped out and said “We forgot to take a fucking picture! Haven’t seen you in years and might not see you again for a decade and we didn’t even take a photo!” Classic Dale! There’s no “awe come on Dale, really?”; if he’s doin’ it he’s doin’ it!
Dale, I really wish I could see you this fall when I’m back in Yorkton for the SHHS Grad 84, 40 year reunion. You were going to be one of the highlights of the trip. Dude, your smile was the best! You will always live in my heart and mind as one of my closest pals and I’ll be forever grateful to have been your friend. I miss you buddy, it is too soon for you to go.
Jonathan Ryder
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Anonymous purchased flowers
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
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Dear Desiree, Dillon and Devon, Our most sincere condolences to you and the Cross Family.Love Aunt Doreen, Uncle Wally and the Byskal cousins.
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Anonymous purchased flowers
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Please reach out if there is anything we can do.
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Todd and Carol Wellsch purchased flowers
Monday, July 29, 2024
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Sent with love and remembrance, always in our hearts and memories.
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Dale and Iris Rauckman posted a condolence
Monday, July 29, 2024
Our deepest condolences to you and your family, Dale and Iris Rauckman. (Previous neighbours at the Lake).
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Laverne Rawlick posted a condolence
Monday, July 29, 2024
My sincerest condolences Desiree, Dillon and Devon………I am so sorry for your loss and heartache. May it comfort you to know many care and hold you in their prayers. May the love of God give you strength. May the Memories of your wonderful husband and father sustain you in the days ahead. Dale was a caring and kind man. In Deepest Sympathy. Laverne Rawlick
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Ed piontek posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, July 28, 2024
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Remember Dale from school and the first Taco Time. Great, chill dude. Deepest condolences to the family.
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Deb Blommaert posted a condolence
Saturday, July 27, 2024
Desiree my deepest sympathy to you and your family
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Darren and Diana Hornung posted a condolence
Thursday, July 25, 2024
Des and family, we extend our heartfelt condolences to each of you. Darren always enjoyed working with Dale. He was someone who enjoyed and cared about his job at the mine. Overall he was a great guy to work with and know! May you find some comfort and peace knowing so many cared for Dale and care about you and your loved ones. Our sincere sympathy.
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Janice Flaman posted a condolence
Thursday, July 25, 2024
Des and family. Please accept my sincerest sympathies with the sudden loss of Dale. My prayers are with you at this time. Janice Flaman
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Cecile Rehaluk posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
My deepest sympathy Desiree, Dillon and Devon on the loss of your husband and father . He is at peace now and I hope the family is doing okay . He was a wonderful person and his memory will live on . Keep him in your heart , he is with out savior now .
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Garth Larson posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Desiree, Dillion and Devon,
I’m shocked and saddened about Dale’s untimely passing. Dale was someone who tutored myself in high school algebra and trigonometry. Thereafter, we would throw some bowling balls down the lanes. Dale always had pointers of the game of bowling. He was genuine and could put a smile on your face instantaneously. Thoughts and prayers to everyone. Rest In Peace bud.
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Brooks and Staccia posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
From Brooks and Staccia
Desiree, Dillion and Devon
We can not express how sorry we feel for the passing of Dale. We are sending our prayers and sympathies.
May the care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace.
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Tammy Morrison posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Dear Desiree,Dillon and Devon
Deepest sympathies on the loss of this great man, your husband and your father. Dale will be missed by all who had thr privilege of knowing him and calling him friend. May memories comfort you now and in the days ahead.
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Amber Mehling posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
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I’ve known Dale basically my whole life while growing up with his son, Devon. Dale would always ask me how my family and I are doing, and would always make you laugh.
I bowled growing up and with Devon on my team, Dale was always there to give us pointers. I learned a lot from Dale, he’s the one who actually taught me what a “frame” was in bowling.
To say I’m heartbroken is an understatement. My heart is so heavy for Des, Dillon, Devon and family. Dale will always have a special place in my heart. Until we meet again, rest in peace Dale. ♥️
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Donna Pakish posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Deepest Condolences to you Desiree and your entire family, soo very sorry for your loss !!
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Dwayne and Audrey uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
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Corinn (Stenka) Smith posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
My deepest sympathy to you Desiree, and family. I was so happy to see Dale and meet you at the school reunion in June. I will always remember Dale as a true ‘Gem’ of a guy. This news is absolutely heartbreaking. You all were so fortunate to have him in your life.
Sending love and prayers.
Corinne (Stenka) Smith
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Tuesday, July 23, 2024
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