Dale Miller, Jr.

Dale Miller, Jr., 56, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, December 27, 2016, after suffering a massive stroke on Christmas morning. Dale was surrounded by his many friends and family during this calling.

Dale was born April 19, 1960, to Dale Sr. and Marge Miller. He was a proud Saydel graduate, Class of 1978. Dale was united in marriage to his wife, Jackie in 1991. Dale enjoyed life and loved being around people. He had a love for sports, especially basketball and football. He had a special place in his heart for animals. He enjoyed spending time with his dogs, Kylie and Jordan, going for walks. His other varied interests included campfires and camping, food, nature walks, tennis, the Vikings, Chicago Bulls and Miami Heat, cars, guns, worshiping his Lord, Kylie Minogue and Katy Perry, and hanging out with his friends and family.

Dale will be greatly missed by his wife, Jackie; mother, Marge; sons, Mike (Jen) Jones and Mark (Marryjo) Jones; grandchildren, Kayla, Kristal, Katee, Alix, Derien, and Kevin; great-grandson, Ryker; nieces, Tanya (Denny) and Misty (Eric); great-nieces and nephews, Devon, Harley, Caleb, Naomi; and many more.

There to greet him at Heaven’s gates were his father, Dale Sr.; sisters, Marsha and LeAnn; and brother, Mark.

Services will be held on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Visitation will be from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., with funeral service beginning at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Heinz 57 Pet Rescue & Transport via www.aheinz57.com or Union Park Grace Fellowship Church, 832 Grandview Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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