"Always a smile, and a genuinely good man. I only wish I would have known him longer, and had the chance to bullshit a little more often with Dale. He was always fun and easy going. I know he is proud of his boys, and grand kids. May his positive outlook on life carry you all through these challenging times, and continue to help others in his memory. "
In loving memory of
Dale Dolson
September 12, 1943 - November 14, 2018
LODI-Dale Dolson, age 75, of Lodi left this earth to be with his beloved wife, Joyce, on November 14, 2018, surrounded by family. Dale was born to parents Harvey and Loza (Carberry) Dolson on September 12, 1943. Dale served in the Navy and then spent his life in Lodi as an entrepreneur. Dale owned and operated a newspaper route, DJ's Pool Hall, Fisk's Tavern, Dale & Joyce's, Mast Transit Busses, Lodi Shell and Dale's Place. In addition to owning several businesses, Dale was a proud Teamster for over thirty years. Dale also volunteered in the Lodi Fire Department and the Lodi EMS. Dale married the love of his life, Joyce Ellen Alt on August 6, 1966. Joyce always made sure that Dale also made time for fun. Dale enjoyed curling, tug-of-war and, most of all, motorcycle rides with Joyce.
Dale was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce; parents, Harvey and Loza Dolson; brother, William Dolson; father-in-law, John Alt; mother-in-law, Wilma Alt; brothers-in-law, Richard and Rod Alt; sister-in-law, Betsy Alt; granddaughters, Kassandra and Samantha Dolson; and niece, Robin Haupt.
Dale is survived by his sons, Timothy (Teresa) Dolson and Daniel (Michele) Dolson; grandchildren, Jeromey (Nicole), Danielle, Cody, Harley and Zackary Dolson; great-granddaughters, Charlotte and Olivia; sister, Hollie Haupt; brother, Joe (Judy) Dolson; sister-in-law, Lois Nordness; brother-in-law, Paul (Theresa) Alt; many nieces, nephews and dear friends.
A visitation will be held at the Winn-Cress Funeral Home, 5785 Hwy Q, Waunakee on Friday November 23, 2018 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday November 24, 2018 at KD's Bar and Grill, 1434 Fair St., Lodi from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm.
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Tributes
"Dale was one of the 'biggest' people I've ever known - biggest heart .. biggest smile. I'll miss him."
"Sorry to hear , one of the strongest men I knew , been a while , big man with a big heart , God bless. Daryl Booth "
"So sorry to hear of Dale?s passing. May he RIP "
"So sorry to hear of Dale?s passing. May he RIP "
"I told Dale I was going to Citgo, they had a tow truck, he said they wont get him out either ? But they did. Wesley didn't want to pay because they didn't pull him out, so I paid. Dale said don't let Wesley drive home, I said I wont , he was celebrating the news of our first child that night, and Dale was the one of the first to know. Needless to say a few weeks later I stopped and Dale had a new tow truck. I said nice truck and we had a good laugh. Dale will be missed ."
"It was the winter of 1993, we had a lot of snow that year. Wesley was doing donuts in a field out on 113, he got stuck, snow covering the wheels. I drove my car into Lodi, went to Dales garage for a tow. He said he didn't have a tow truck, but he had 4 men with 4wd trucks, so he sent them They couldn't poll him out , too much snow"
"Dale saved my life in January 1978. I will never forget this man with a big smile and a bigger heart. Dale was working as an EMT and if were not for his persistence with St Mary?s emergency room, I would not have lived. Forever, Dale has been in my prayers not only for what he did for me, but what he did for my brother Greg. May Dale find eternal peace for all the many lives he touched and saved or turned around. To Dales family.....it?s hard to lose your hero, he deserves eternal rest. May God Bless all of you. I share in your grief. He will be missed,"
"I was fortunate enough to go on several motorcycle trips with Dale, a couple of them were just Dale and I. One of them we road to the west coast including Washington ,Oregon and California. I will never forget how easy he was to travel with. Like, " Dale you ready to stop and eat ? " or " Dale you ready to get a hotel for the night " Easy going Dale's reply was always the same." I don't care whatever you want to do". Not only was he easy going, he was also a lot of fun when we would stop at the end of the day and have a couple drinks and discuss the days events from the road. Gonna miss him a ton, he was a true friend . Hang in there Tim and Dan !"
"Dale always willing to help anyone. Just a great guy. He will be missed by all. Are sympathy to Tim and Dan and your families. Gary and Paula Radl."
"I will always remember Dale as one of the good guys. As a teenager Dale and Joyce would give me tips on being a lady ? I will miss him dearly. "
"Heart felt feelings for his Boy's!"
"This makes my heart hurt,so many fond memories! When he had DJ's he hosted a pool tournament with Fast Eddy,I was 17 years old. over a hundred people entered and I won it! That night at bar time DJ's filled up and some guy said you won the tournament? Then threw a hundred dollar bill on the pool table and said you ain't shit I bet a 100 I can beat you,I looked at Dale and he said you are covered. I won the break and the guy never got a shot. The whole place watched. What a Very Cool memory for me, My eyes are wet with tears,He was an inspiration to me as a young man."
"Great Man god bless the family!"
"I have such great memories of Dale coming to help me in times of trouble, from go to Black River Falls to pick up 4 ladies that were stranded after we went to the CranberryFest to helping me out of a ditch, pick up cars at our house to fix. What a GUY!! Always smiling My life has been real busy these last few years, but when ever I saw he was smiling. You Sons have some big shoes to fill and I am sure he raised you so you could accomplish that. So Sorry for your loss. Vicki Kepler"
"Dale will always be my hero"
"My memories of/with Dale go way back, from grade schoo and Boy Scouts, from snowball fights to camping. (One on Park Hill, Dale said, ?When I put up a tent it never comes down? a short time later a torrential rain storm came, snuff said) Fast forward to breakfasts at Lucy?s and Dales Place, always joking... R.I.P.P. Rest In Perpetual Peace Dale "
"My memories of/with Dale go way back, from grade schoo and Boy Scouts, from snowball fights to camping. (One on Park Hill, Dale said, ?When I put up a tent it never comes down? a short time later a torrential rain storm came, snuff said) Fast forward to breakfasts at Lucy?s and Dales Place, always joking... R.I.P.P. Rest In Perpetual Peace Dale "
"Jon and I are so sorry for your loss, he was a great friend and I know he will be missed by all. Fly high Dale,"
"Dan and Tim, my deepest sympathy for the loss of your dad, He was an amazing man! May your memories bring you peace in the upcoming days. With love, Stacy "