We can hardly believe it is nearing the one year anniversary of Dale's passing. So many fond memories we hold dear living next door for so many years. One stands out in my mind. We took turns mowing the strip of property between our back yards....Dale was on it more than we were. Anyway...I had transplanted a tiny tree that I had be nourishing in a flower bed for a couple of seasons to that grassy area. I surrounded it with a tiny wire fence. I felt sure it was safe. Nope...mowed over it complete unaware of its small presence. I was outside sunning at the time. After picking up the pieces Dale stopped the mower and came over to me with such a forlorn look on his face. It was almost comical how he was so transfixed on getting the mowing done that it completely escaped his view. He apologized so many times in the future that it became a joke between us and brought laughter each time we spoke of it. Dale was such a caring sweet man. Jerry and I miss him a lot. God Speed

Hi Baby, I got an email from someone named Kurtz. I don't usually open mail from people I don't know but the name sounded familiar. It was about agent orange. I remember the pictures you showed me from Nam. Why did we ever do that?? Any way, I let him know that you have a new address in Heaven and he wrote back that he would pass the word to your guys from Nam. I had sent an email to Clyde Hicks when you passed but I don't know if he got it. Had quite a snow storm last week and here it is 50!! Crazy weather. My friends went to Florida. They had come to the nursing home to see you--Joe and Betty Boop. They want to move there and went looking for a place. I envy them the trip. Wish it was me! Fat chance of that ever happening!LOL Things are OK. Going to see Diane as soon as I get the SS stuff. Last year I can file as married. With a simple keystroke they erased you as if you never mattered. I hate it. I am not SINGLE. I am a WIDOW. There's a big difference but no one cares but me. Every night I look at the moon and wonder where you are. Can you see me? Are you close by? I hope so. Don't forget about Brian. I think he is in trouble. Watch over him. Love you forever and a day.

Happy New Year Baby. My first Christmas without you has come and gone. It was a sad and lonely time. My heart aches for you. I am finally starting the grieving process. For a long time, I pertended that you were still here but, yet, I had no excuse why I wasn't seeing you. I could not stand the pain and I felt like if I went there, I would fall into this deep pit and I would never find my way out. God opens the door a tiny bbit but the pain overwhelms me so I close it again. When will I see you? How long must I wait? Will I ever be happy? I think-- please come back but what a cruel request. Once in Heaven who would want to come back here? I love you so much and I am so lonely. I will love you forever and a day my love. Watch over me and Sassy. We are still YOUR girls.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING My Love!!!!!!!!! My first big holiday without you. It is so lonely although there are a crowd of people around me. Funny how that is isn't it??? Had to get some work done on the car. Haven'tt been driving it enough and the rust was really bad on the pads. Ruined the rotors too. Had a bad gas leak and replaced the fuel pump. Big bucks. Took my savings. All 4 tires have severe dry rot so I need to replace them. No money so that will take a while. Wish you were here to handle all of this. I am learning but it would be so much easier to turn it over to you. I am really worried about Brian and Patty. Please pray for them and keep an eye on them. Winter has come around and it's cold but not much snow yet. Sass is doing OK. Loves and misses her Daddy just like me. Was that you setting off the car alarm?? I hope so. I love the idea that you are close to me. Things are not as they seem. Search my heart and you will know and understand tthe truth. Love you forever and a day.

Happy Anniversary Baby. 34 years ago in Vegas we promised in sickness and in health til deathdo us part. I wish the sickness and death had not come so soon. I miss you more then words can express. We had a wonderfullife together, filled with great joys and some sadness but still, I wouldn't change it. This site will be taken down soon and I won't be able to leave you messages but search my heart and you willknow all my secrets and thoughts of you. I Love You Baby--forever and a day. Happy Anniversary!!!!!!

Hi baby, I got the last check for the last seven days. I cashed it out and added a little more and I am giving it to a man in my Sunday School class who is going on a mission to Malawi. I know that you wouldn't mind. Now that you are in Heaven, your focus has changed from earthly things to spiritual things. Our rewards are in Heaven for the kindness we do on this earth. I have been faithful in my tithing and I know that makes you proud. Took all my life to learn that lesson but God is happy that I am doing it and He will be faithful to keep His promise. I anxiously await His blessings and they have already started with Lisa being fired. God chose between us and I won. Thank you Jesus. I miss you. Wish God would let you come visit me in a dream the way Judy did. It's nice to write love notes to you. I love you forever and a day--ALWAYS!!!!!!!!!

Happy ather's Day baby. Just as on Earth and now in Heaven, you are forever a Father. It's a hard day for the kids, being their first without you. Watch over them and pray to our Father for them. I miss you so much that at times it is unbearable. I Love You forever and a day.

Memorial Day has come and gone. My Church had a service to honor all those who passed away this year. They read your name and I coudn't stop crying. I miss you so much. Thank you for teaching me to stand on my own. I'm doing it but I wish you were here to hoold me up. It's hard to be alone in the world without someone to love and share things with. I miss you baby. Wait for me. Time will go by fast and I'll be there. Did you see Toots???? Tell everyone I love them. See you soon. Love forever and a day.

It's been a month but it seems like a lifetime. Not an hour goes by that I don't think of you. Sassy and I miss you. Wish you were still with us, healthy, strong and as witty as ever. Don't forget to keep the light on for me. LOL Time will go by fast and I'll see you soon. Love you forever and a day.

We remember Dale as the soft-spoken, always a gentleman and best neighbor anyone could ask for. So glad you had Sandi by your side for over 30 years. She's a keeper too.

Thank you for the brief time we got to know Dale. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

I only knew Dale for a few short years but during those years that I was blessed to have him in my life, he was one of my joys who made my days happier. He was always such the gentleman, very soft spoken and true to his word. He loved his wife Sandi and their dog Sassy May. Rest in Peace sweet Dale.

While we are mourning the loss of our uncle, father, brother, friend, others are rejoicing to meet him behind the veil. Stacy

Those we love don't go away, They walk beside us everyday, Unseen,unheard,but always near, Still loved,still missed and very dear. Thinking of you Wishing you hope In the midst of sorrow Comfort in the midst of pain. My love and prayers are with you. Gloria