Dale K. Drottz
October 12, 2018
Dale K. Drottz, 85, passed away October 12, 2018, in Des Moines. He was born on August 27, 1933, in Mitchellville, to Russell and Helen Drottz.
Dale was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He had a passion for dirt track racing and was inducted into the Knoxville Raceway Hall of Fame. He was a handyman who loved woodworking, and was an avid Iowa Hawkeye fan.
Dale was a member of Mitchellville United Methodist Church and American Legion Post 155.
Dale is survived by his wife of 61 years, Patricia; sons, Rex Drottz and Bruce (Debby) Drottz; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; his sister, Ruth (Jim) Wilson; as well as other loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Verl Drottz, and his sister, Mary Homer.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 18, 2018, at Mitchellville United Methodist Church, 200 2nd Street NW in Mitchellville with burial at Mitchellville Cemetery. The family will receive visitors at the church one hour prior to service time.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Mitchellville United Methodist Church in loving memory of Dale.
Condolences may be expressed online at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Dorothy Johnson
10/18/2018
It is an honor to play for Dale's service. He was a very honorable man. Now you need to take care of Pat.
Gene Huddleson
10/17/2018
My condolences to you and your family, Pat. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Denny and Juanita Gibson
10/16/2018
Was just told about Dale's passing. I'm so sorry . He had a thousand stories. Loved the racing years. Still think you were the best Bruce. Pat take care.
Jr
10/16/2018
The loss of a loved one is a very sad and heavy load to bare. The best friend a bereaved person can have is our creator, Jehovah God. Pour out your heart to him in prayer, because "he cares for you." (1 Peter 5:7)Also, in the near future, God promises to resurrect the dead. (John 5:28,29) We can have faith in what God says because "he cannot lie." (Titus 1:2)Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Jim Harris
10/16/2018
Pat and to your whole family. My condolences. Always had a good time with Hopper at the track, our trips to Tulsa and just being around a real good person. He will be missed.
Jeane Trostle-White
10/16/2018
Pat and family, so sorry for your loss, I will always remember all the years and great times we had at Knoxville Race Track. Prayers for you and your family.
Gary & Bev Headrick
10/13/2018
Dale is one of a kind and will greatly be missed!
Spent many years working with him! Lots of great memories & stories!
Prayers for you Pat and family.