amrick, Mesa, AZ; and his in-laws: Janet (James) Boatwright, Ronald (Judy) Mayer, Darrell (Marla) Mayer, Carole (Robert) Dirkx, Frank (Jeanne) Mayer, Dennis (Laura) Mayer, Diane (Richard) Lally, Joni (Terry) Hermsen and Kathy Mayer. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Paula Nakatsu and one sister-in-law, Lois Cejka. Family was very important to Dale. Gatherings for dinner on the deck were a favorite past time and being surrounded by all his loved ones made those days the best days ever. Visitation will be held from 4-6 p.m. on Sunday evening at Iles-Westover Chapel where a vigil service will be held at 6p.m. Memorial contriutions may be made to St. Theresa Catholic Church, National Public Radio or Iowa Public Radio. Online condolences will be welcomed at IlesCares.com. ARRANGEMENTS BY ILES ~ WESTOVER CHAPEL. To send flowers or a remembrance gift to the family of Dale Klinkefus, please visit our Tribute Store. To read the full obituary, please click here: http://www.ilesfuneralhomes.com/obituary/Dale-Lewis-Klinkefus/Windsor-Heights-Iowa/1776044