Dale Stilwell
October 08, 2012
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Dale Stilwell, 83, passed away Monday, October 8, 2012, at Ramsey Village.
Dale was born November 26, 1928, to Alva and Fay Stilwell, in Hamilton, Iowa. He was a U.S. Army veteran. Dale was an auditor for the I.R.S. and retired after 31 years of service. He was a member of Immanuel United Methodist Church, Eastgate Masonic Lodge, and the Za Ga Zig Shrine.
Dale is survived by his wife, Wilda; children, Bob (Katie) Stilwell, Dan Stilwell, and Linette Stilwell; grandchildren, Holly (Romeo) Denghel, Marie Stilwell, and Radu (Claudia) Denghel; sister, Lula Mae Long; sister-in-law, Barbara Stilwell; and many other extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; step-mother, Leona; and his brothers, Bernard (Vivian) and Clifford.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, October 11, 2012, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, followed by a 3 p.m. burial at Hamilton Cemetery in Hamilton, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association or Immanuel United Methodist Church.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Linda (Wallace) Tuhy
10/12/2012
My thoughts and prayers to Wilda and family. I have so many happy memories of Dale. One that I remember the most is when we had a gathering at a park near here and he came riding up on a motorcyle. I did not know who it was that rode up so close to me...until he removed his helmet and gave me his famous grin.
You will be greatly missed!
Joan Wallace Dieken
10/11/2012
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. My last visit with Dale was in AZ at Ralph and Peach's home for Thanksgiving dinner. Had many memorable visits with him and Wilda through the years in Hamilton.
Rhonda Grimit
10/11/2012
Sorry for your loss. He was a very nice man. I enjoyed talking with him at some of the parties at Jo Lynne & Barry Long's house.
Helen Lawrence
10/10/2012
Dan, I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Joe & Sandy Meehan
10/10/2012
Wilda and family. Sorry to hear about Dales passing. We have missed you as neighbors in Arizona. Our prayers our with you all.
Sylvia Perry
10/10/2012
Wilda and family, So sorry for your loss. Know Dale was a great husband and father. I'll keep you in my prayers.
Sylvia Perry (Sears)
Donavan Honnold
10/10/2012
My deepest sympathies to Wilda, Bob, Dan, Linette and all your families. Dale was my parents' and my family's dearest friend for many years. I'll always cherish the get-togethers at your house on the corner of 50th & Urbandale. Dale was one of the warmest, kindest people I've ever known. He will be missed.
Jackie Vanderhorst
10/10/2012
My deepest sympathy to Wilda and family. Dale was a very special man and I have many good memories of him and Wilda. Tho we weren't actually related by blood, I always felt that he was a dear cousin to me. He will be greatly missed, but it was a joy and a blessing to have known him.
Lori Hargens
10/10/2012
I feel so blessed that I was able to get to know Dale and his family while I was his overnight caregiver for six months. There were some nights that Dale and I would talk all night. He never missed a night telling me how much he loved Wilda and what a lucky man he was. He loved his children so much too. I always remember his grin. I could tell by his grin that he was going to say something ornery before he did. What a great guy that touched the hearts of many.