Dale R. DeLisle, age 81, passed away on Thursday evening, September 11th, at St. Francis Hospital. Dale was born on December 14th, 1943, to Clarence and Elizabeth DeLisle. He graduated from Gladstone High School in 1962.
He was united in marriage to Dolores (Nicholas) DeLisle on January 12, 1963. Dale was a much-loved postal clerk at the Gladstone Post Office from November 27th, 1965, to May 31, 2002. He also worked at his parents’ shoe store in Gladstone.
His children have fond memories of the address game they would play with Dale. He knew every address of every person who lived in Gladstone. Also, the advice he would give them to “never give up your fishing spot to anyone.”
Upon retiring, he worked summers at the Sand Point Lighthouse. He loved working with people. In his early years, he loved to hunt and fish. Later in life, he enjoyed the casino and playing the card game smear.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years Dolores, his three children Lisa (John) Komblevicz, Bob (Glenda) DeLisle, and Karen (John) Leonardi. His seven loving grandchildren, Phillip (Allison) DeLisle, Maggie (Matt) Gierahn, Nathan DeLisle (Rachel), Travis and Zachary Leonardi, and Lauren and Adam Komblevicz. His three adorable great grandchildren, Noah DeLisle, Lexie and Sophie Gierahn. His sister and brother in-laws, Barbara and Roger Gabriel, Bob and Candy Nicholas, and Caren Nicholas. He is preceded in death by his parents, his mother and father-in-law Betty and Bob Nicholas, and brother-in-law Brian Nicholas.
Dale will be laid to rest in Fernwood Cemetery. A life celebration reception for friends and family will be held at the Lake Bluff Retirement Village Community Center on Saturday, September 27th, beginning at 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Kathy Roberts Grenfell - Gladstone, Mi
Dolores and family, I am so sorry to see this. Thinking of all of you. Prayers.
Richard M. - Gladstone, MI
Dale; as most people will attest, was a kind, easygoing person and a staple in Gladstone for most of his life. RIP Dale. You’ll be missed.
Kathleen Creten - Escanaba, MI
Dear Delores and family,
I’m so very sorry for your loss! Not long ago Dan and I talked about having one of our “catch up” dinners.
He will be missed! Condolences!
Kathy and Dan ♥️
Dawn M Desilets - Bark river, MI
So sorry my dear cousin. My heart and prayers are with you and all ❤️ I loved his smile and he was always friendly.
Kathy Hart - San Diego , CA
Sending our love to your family. Lisa is my dear friend. I’m so glad she was born! As you navigate the loss of Dale our prayers are for strength and good health for you all. May God bless you!
Cynthia Mcdonough - Gladstone, MI
Delores and family. So sorry to hear of Dale’s passing. He was a great guy. He will be missed. Our sympathy to you all. Cindy and Terry McDonough
Carol Fredrickson Rink - Goshen, IN
Delores, I am so sorry to hear that Dale had passed away. So glad we got to visit this summer.
Prayers for you and your family.
Carol Fredrickson Rink
Tom Waeghe - Wilmington, DE
Although I did not know him personally and was not a friend or acquaintance, I remember him as being very helpful and polite as a post office employee in Gladstone. Condolences to his family.
James Bingham - Niles, Michigan
Delores I’m sorry for your loss.
Dennis Livermore - Menominee, MI
So sorry to hear this. Always enjoyed talking with Dale at the casino. Also had the privilege of working with him at the Gladstone Post Office for a few months.
Condolences to the family.