Dale Arts
December 19, 2008
Dale Gilbert Arts, 66 of Ankeny passed away peacefully at the VA Hospital in Knoxville IA, December 19, after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 am Tuesday, December 23, 2008 at Our Lady’s Immaculate Heart Catholic Church in Ankeny.
He was born in Des Moines and was the son of Gilbert and Hazel Arts. He Graduated from North High School in 1960 and attended Grandview and Drake University. He married Kathryn Olson April 16, 1966.
Dale was an Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. He retired from Qwest after 31 years of service. He was a member of Qwest Pioneers and Knights of Columbus. Dale enjoyed the Chicago Cubs, golfing, old cars, Caribbean cruises and vacationing with his grandkids.
He is survived by his wife, Kathryn; In-laws, Frances and Herb Olson; daughters Amy (Rob) Drew, Carrie (Jerry) Miller, Kristin (Scott) Wendl and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gilbert and Hazel Arts.
Visitation will be 5 to 7 pm Monday, December 22, 2008 at Our Lady’s Immaculate Heart Catholic Church, where a vigil service will be held at 7pm.
Dale will be remembered as a loving and devoted Husband, Father, and Grandfather. Memorial Contributions can be made to Our Lady’s Immaculate Heart Catholic Church.
Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens is handling arrangements.
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Judi (Gross) Semmens
12/22/2008
May God's loving comfort be yours through this difficult time.
Shirlee Drew
12/21/2008
Kathy and girls, We want you to know that we are thinking of you and wish we could be there with you. We are glad tho that Dale did not end suffering for long. I know it has been an up hill battle for quite some time -so the blessing that he did not suffer any longer is great. Cherish the wonderful moments of your lives and hold them close to your heart. The memories live on forever. And there always seems to be a new star in the sky. All our love and sympathies. Bob and Shirlee
Mickey and Tom Wasinger
12/21/2008
Kathy and Girls,
So sorry to hear about Dale but I do believe he is in a better place. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Mickey and Tom