Memories for Dale

From: Amy & Custis Green

Amy and Nathan -

We are thinking of you during this difficult time. My memories of your father give you peace.

Love,

Amy & Custis Green
Melbourne, Australia

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From: Jodi Johnson Isaak

Debbie and Family,

So sorry to hear of Dale's passing. He was always very kind to me over the years that I worked for him. Please accept my deepest sympathy and know that I am pray for all of you during this difficult time.

Bob, Jodi & Trae Isaak

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From: Arlene

Deb and family, my heart goes out to all of you. Dale was such a kind gentle mentor to me; he will be missed by all of us at Emerald court. I would like to relay a story about Dale; he always gave me such a bad time about being from the "Arbor Day State'; said ' you have two trees in the whole darn state and you have to have a holiday to celebrate them.' My staff at Emerald court are taking up a collection and will plant a tree in memory of Dale. One of my staff members said..."Dale will be looking down from above and say 'darn you Arlene, now there's three". He will be missed. Arlene and all the staff at Emerald Court

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From: Patricia Dzur

Dale will always be Kathy's little brother to me. It seems he grew to be very important to a large family and community that will miss him.

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From: Chad Bjornson

I am so sorry to hear of Dale's passing. I have so many memories of Dale at our basketball games from the time we were kids through high school. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. ~ Chad B.

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From: Mary & Nicole Severson

I am sorry to hear about Dale. I purchased the townhome on the east by the alley from him 2 years ago. I was so happy to find a quality place when I was downsizing. He was a very kind and caring builder putting his whole heart into his projects. He knew my husband Tom Severson.They had went to school together. He had a few stories to tell me. It was nice he remember him because he also passed away in 1999. My daughter Nicole went to school with Katie. It is a hard time. Noone can make it better for you. Time does ease the loss. Tell his stories and remember how he loved and adored all of you. He will be giving you the strength you will need to live without him. Watch for the signs if you are open to them they may appear when you are least expecting them. It might be something funny or sad but you will know it is Dale. My husband was a hunter and he passed away in Jan, in the spring I was looking for his grave because it wasn't marked yet, and standing on his grave !
when I pulled up were two geese that flew away and their foot prints were in the mud where his grave was. It was as though Tom was shaking his head at me and giving me that look saying how could I forget where his marker would be. I see geese in the strangest places now, which makes me smile. All our best. Mary and Nicole Severson

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From: Richard & Virginia Lawson

We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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From: Joy McKay @ First National Bank in Scottsbluff, NE

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. I know Dale will be missed tremendously. I know Dale from when he was here in Scottsbluff developing and building Emerald Court, and I enjoyed every time he visited. Even when Emerald Court was up and running, he always stopped by to say hello. I appreciated his wisdom, and enjoyed his humor.

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From: Warren Anderson

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Warren and Ranae

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From: Kim Weydahl

Hi Deb and family,

So sorry for your loss of Dale, a great guy.

Thinking of you, Kim & Gary Weydahl

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From: Pauline Wahl

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From: Cindy Peterson

Paul,

Sorry to hear read about your dad. You and your family are in my prayers.

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From: John & Vanessa Nutt

We were so saddened to hear of Dales passing, just wanted to let you know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. I'm going to miss the smell of his cigars and that pot of coffee that was always on too long at the Renaissance.
The Nutt Family

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From: Teensa Larson

The last time I saw Dale was probably 35 years ago but that red hair and great smile are still so perfectly etched in my mind's eye.

I was one of those fortunate enough to be helped by Dale's noble profession - he helped this recently divorced female get auto insurance when no one else was willing to insure such an entity back in those days.

Even though it was cut much too short, how wonderful to read that he was blessed with such a loving family and that his time on this earth was so full of success, love, and a true enjoyment of life.

My deepest condolences to his family as I know losing such a gem - and much too soon - is most certainly a loss beyond words. How fortunate you were to have shared your lives with him. I know his passing must leave a hole in your hearts that cannot be filled.

Good-bye my friend. I will always remember you and that terrific smile of yours with great fondness.

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From: Mike Stenvold

Deb - our hearts and prayers are out to you and the family at this time. May you all be blessed with the memories of happy times and special moments.

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From: Andy & Nicole Kidd

Erica -

We wish we could be with you during this sad time. Please know that we are always only a phone call or email away. Your dad was a wonderful man. My most vivid memories of him are when we'd come over to watch TV on Wednesday nights and he would restrain Blue from attacking and eating Amy. He put a smile on my face many times. We love you very much.

Nicole & Andy

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From: Kirby and Kelby Krefing

Dale was a great man, who put up with a lot of extra kids at his house while Nick was growing up. Kelby, Chris, Brock, Nick, and I would play hoops in the driveway for hours, with Dale watching the competitiveness. We were sure to watch our language when Dale was watching for we knew we had a steak dinner waiting after the games. Thank you for the cooking, watching, and caring, Dale.

The Krefitng's

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From: Bob & Linda Stehberger

Dale left a legacy of a caring and loving family. I remember the Mellum's thru our connection with Little Flower Parish. I had your children in Sunday School classes. Dale helped me out with some financial planning after my father passed and my son Andy got ill. Dale was a good listener and a good friend to all. This World is a better place because of Dale Bless you all. Bob & Linda Alex, MN

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From: Kelby Krefting

I remember Dale for his generosity. I can't imagine how many meals or hours my brother an I spent at the Mellum's. Our prayers are with you. God bless.

Kelby.

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From: Judy and Paul Stein

Deb and family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss and my prayers are with you.

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From: Matt Ott & family

To Paul, Amy, Debbie and the rest of the Mellum clan: I just want to share my condolences on behalf of the Ott family, your friends and neighbors from long ago. Bernadette happened to come across the announcement today. We're all very sorry and thinking about you. Feel free to email me if you get a minute; would love to re-connect and catch up.

Matt Ott
c1tr1ne@yahoo.com

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From: Penne Anne (Gordon) Werner

I was so sorry to learn about Dale's death, and his struggle with cancer. I am even more sorry that I did not get to know him as an adult, we played as small children and I met him at my Grandmother Vivian (Mellum) Penne & my Aunt Connie (Penne) Marcy's Memorial in 2003. I am Cleta (Penne)Gordon's oldest child,and oldest daughter. God Bless his family and give them the strength they need.

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