Gary D. Dale

Gary D. Dale, age 71, of Vandalia, passed away peacefully at home with Cindy by his side, on September 27, 2022. He was born on February 25, 1951 to the late Howard and Rena Dale. He was a graduate of Northridge High School, class of '69.

He was an avid sports fan, and he enjoyed watching football, basketball, and baseball with his life-long friend, Darrell Stephens, and best friends, Kevin Huntsberger, Doug Welty, and Rick Stum. Gary always had them over to watch the annual Buckeye vs. Xichigan games. His favorite teams were the Cleveland Browns and the Ohio State Buckeyes. He also enjoyed bowling in his younger years, but the love of his life was his wife of 52 years, Cindy. Lake St. Mary's was their favorite place to be together, where they would often go fishing and enjoy time on their boat. He also loved to spend time with his girls and their families at the lake and during the holidays.

In addition to his parents, Gary was preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Thelma Herzog.

His memory will be cherished by his beloved wife, Cindy Dale; his children: Lori (Steve) Heineman and Lindsay Bowser; grandchildren: Emma & Zach Bowser and Gillian & Allison Heineman; siblings: Diane (Charlie) Shoemaker; Patty (Dan) Nock; as well as nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Family and Friends are invited to gather and visit from 2:00pm to 4:00pm on Saturday, 10/8/2022 at Newcomer North Chapel, 4104 Needmore Road, in Dayton, Ohio. Please wear your favorite Ohio State or Cleveland Browns attire.

Following the visiting hours, there will be a Celebration of Life from 4:30pm to 8:00pm at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 202 E Main Street, in Tipp City.

Memorial contributions may be made in honor of Gary to Ohio Basset Hound Rescue, P.O. Box 413 Brookville, Ohio 45309 or by visiting their website at ohiobassetrescue.com

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