"I only learned yesterday that my friend Dale had passed away. I had only seen him a couple of times since our days in JR High School. But I always remebered the good times we had together in the 50s. He sometimes liked to be called George in those days. I believe his Dad called him that. Goodbye Dale."
In loving memory of
Dale Bacon
September 11, 1944 - September 4, 2010
Dale William Bacon was born on September 11, 1944, in Windom, Minnesota to Lyman Oliver and Cora Mabel (Frederickson) Bacon. He was baptized on December 3, 1944, at the Delafield Evangelical Lutheran Church in Delafield Township, Jackson County, Minnesota. Dale was later confirmed at the American Lutheran Church in Windom. He received his education in the Windom Public Schools; graduating in the Class of 1963.
On December 21, 1963, Dale was united in marriage to Doris Skrove at the Bethany Lutheran Church in rural Bergen, Minnesota. Their marriage was blessed with two daughters, Shelley and Angela. For forty-one years, Dale worked as a salesman/manager for Praxair in Windom and the surrounding area until retiring in April of 2007.
Dale was a longtime member of the American Lutheran Church in Windom where he enjoyed working in the kitchen for funerals. He also was a member of the Prudence Lodge No. 97, a member of the Sun Bowl Pool League and a member of the Fish Lake Poker Card Club. Dale will be remembered for being a loving husband, dad and grandpa. He had many enjoyments in life which included playing in many pool and poker tournaments, fishing, vacationing, spending weekday mornings with the guys at the Windom Senior Center, and spending time with the grandchildren and his "favorite brother" Allen.
Dale is survived by his loving wife of forty-six years, Doris Bacon of Windom; two daughters, Shelley Widmer and her husband, Keith, of Fargo, ND and their children, Andrew, Alex, Allison and Austin; Angela Krueger and her husband, Robert of St. Peter and their children, Desi, Kiara and Vanessa; mother, Cora Brugman of Windom; one brother and three sisters, Allen Bacon of Reynolds, Indiana; Barbara Locke of Warner Robins, GA; Carol Campbell and her husband, Jack, of Colorado Springs, CO; Elaine Nelson and her husband, Jim, of Windom; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Dale is preceded in death by his father, Lyman Bacon.
Tributes
"Bacon Family, I had no idea until today that Dale had passed. Im so very sorry. Shelley as Renee said above I to remember those days of Elementary school. Most revent was shooting pool aganst him wich wasnt an easy task I tell ya. My thoughts are with you, "
"My family has you and your family in our thoughts and prayers."
"Doris, Shelley & Keith, Angela and Robert and (grand)kids, I was very sad to read that your dear sweet Dale has passed away. I am sure you are surrounded by the love and comfort of MANY friends and family... and of course, each other. You are all in my thoughts today. God Bless. Jennifer"
"Dear Doris: We were saddened to hear of Dale's passing. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Doug & Rhoda Daggett"
"Angie and Family, Just wanted to let you know that I am sorry for your loss and that I am thinking about you all."
"Our thoughts and prayers continue for all - and we'll certainly miss you in the ALC kitchen, Dale!"
"Dear Doris,Angie,and family, We are so sorry for your loss!I know you've all been through a lot,and Dale has suffered too long!I pray you'll all be comforted knowing he's at peace now,in God's arms.And you'll see him again,someday.I'm sure he'll be in heaven watching over all of you now. May God bless you all with comfort and peace.Love and prayers, Dan&Linda Ortmann"
"My Dad and I were really shocked to hear of Dale suddenly passing. Our deepest sympathy is with you during this trying time."
"Doris, I am sorry for your loss. Dale was too young to leave this earth. You are on my prayer list. "
"Dear Doris, Shelley, Angie, Cora & Carol, I am so sorry to hear about Dale. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time."
"Dear Doris, Shelley, Angie and Families and friend, Cora - We are so sorry for the loss of Dale. We know his illness has not been easy for him or for all of you. Just remember his spirit and love and it will live on in all of your lives. You are in our thoughts and prayers. With much sympathy."
"Doris and Family - Our deepest sympathy to all of you on the loss of your loved one. We all enjoyed Dale's company at coffee at Jack Slades. You have been in our thoughts and prayers and God Bless each of you! John and Ruth Berge"
"I was so sorry to hear that your father had died. I wish you much comfort,peace and many happy memories of him to get you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family."
"MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALL ON THIS SAD DAY. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY ALL. I KNOW THAT I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIM."
"Doris, Shelley, Angie and Families, I can't believe how fast time passes, it seems like yesterday when we would walk to your house Shelley from Winfair and grab a bite to eat. I can still see your goldfish on the window ledge and smell the fragrance of your mothers kitchen looming in the air before we ran up to your bedroom to talk "girl talk" I remember your dad always there, he was like one of "our" dads all of us girls that have wonderful memories of growing up together, we were blessed to have been surrounded by positive role models of loving fathers. We are blessed to have those beautiful memories, and that we get to take them with us when we finally go to our "Heavenly Home?. We are your prayer warriors, praying that you are surrounded by peace and love. Love you so much! Renee"
"Shelley and family -- I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I pray you all find comfort in the memories you share. You now have a very special angel watching over you!"
"Thoughts and prayers go out to the Dale Bacon Family. "
"Shelley and family, I'm sorry for the loss of your father. May you find comfort knowing he is now with God. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Tim, Laura, Emily, and John Marker-Jackson "
"Doris Shelly and Angie, Sympathy to you all Dale was a very nice person he will be missed"
"Dear Doris, Shelley and Angie: We send you our love and prayers from afar and will be thinking of you tonight and tomorrow as you face the final chapter with your darling Dad and Husband...With love George and Patti Pratt"
"Doris and family ~ sending my deepest sympathy to you in the loss of your husband and father. May you find comfort in Psalm 91. Sincerely, Anita Ingbritson Skow, Mountain Lake. "
"Our deepest sympathy. Our prayers are with you and your family."
"Doris and family, We were so sorry to hear about Dale. You are in our thoughts and prayers"
"Doris,Shelley, Angie and family... I have such fond memories of Dale growing up. He was a great man who will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers are with you. "
"We were so sorry to hear about Dale. I worked with Dale almost 30 years thru good and bad time. He will be missed. With deepest sympathy, Ron and Brenda Lovelace"
"May God Bless you Doris and Family! Marlin always admired Dale while playing pool on his team for many years...May you be comforted by the Lord at this time...Cherish all the good memories you have!!! Deb, Londa & Chantal Beam "
"Wishing the love and support of friends and family to lift you up at this time. May the memories bless you and keep you until you meet again. Please accept our sympathy, Leslie, and entire Bolte family"
"Angie and family, So sorry to hear about your dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Crista Stahl"
"To Doris, Angie, Shelley and families, So sorry to hear of your loss. Sympathy to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Take Care Lyschel Cannon"
"To Doris and Family, Our deepest sympathy to you at this time of great loss. Dale will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Vee & Romayne Redding"
"Doris, Angie, Shelley, Sympathy to you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers as you grieve. May God bless you and keep you close in your time of sadness. "
"We will miss our fishin buddy. Thank you for all of the experiences & memories you gave to us. We Love you & will miss you deeply. Andrew, Alex, Desi, Allison, Kiara, Austin, Vanessa"
"Goodbye our trusted Friend Our prayers are with you and your family"
"Doris,Angie,Shelley and families Our hearts are broken, we are holding you in our prayers. We remember all the good visits and dinners we had with you. Take care. Love, Sue and Bruce"
"Growing up side by side with Angela meant having another set of "folks" in Dale & Doris.. THANK YOU for the memories...Our Thoughts, Prayers, and Hugs go out to ALL of you. ?"
"Doris@family, All of our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. He fought a good fight. But at peace now."
"Doris, Shelly and Angie, I want to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Lisa Voshage Witt"
"Angie and family - I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you!"
"We wanted you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. So sorry for your loss. If you need anything please let us know!It was always fun to see your dad in St.Peter at the kid's activities. He was such a good grandpa- I am sure he will be missed dearly by them.... "
"My thoughts & prayers go out to your family, Dale will surely be missed."
"Doris, Shelly, Angie and families: You are all in our thoughts at this difficult time. Know that you have many friends available if you need us. Hang onto your memories and let them pull you through the painful days ahead."
"Angie, I wanted to let you know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time in your life, sherish the memories and lean on you friends and family, if you need anything let me know "
"Doris, Shelly & Angie & Families, We are so sorry to hear that you lost Dale. He fought a courageous fight and he was blessed to have you all as family to help him in this long battle. Now, the battle is over and he is free from the disease that ravaged his body but it couldn't take away his fighting spirit. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God give you His strength & peace thru these dark days. "
"My sincere sympathy to the Bacon family. I remember him well in grade school. Due to our last names he usually sat right in front of me. May you have fantastic memories of Dale. He is now with our Father. God love you. May our Lord keep you in his arms."
" My deepest symphathy to all"
"My thoughts & prayers go out to all of you, reflect on the years that you shared each others lives & all the memories you have. Remember He is with our Lord now & has no more pain. I will miss Him. "
"Bacon Family, I was sadden to hear about Dale's passing, it was always a pleasure to visit with him when he brought his vehicles in for work at Higley Ford. Reflect on the memories that you have made with your husband/dad/grandpa. Lean on your family and friends for support they will help you with the healing process. Thoughts and prayers go out to all of you."
"Dear Doris & Family, I was sorry to learn this morning of Dale's passing. The many great memories that you and your friends have will be of great comfort to you. I still remember looking out on the crowd in Branson and seeing you both standing there. You have my most sincere sympathy on his passing. "