Dale E. Ingebrigtsen, age 71, of Escanaba passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, February 4, 2024.
Dale was born May 2, 1952 in Escanaba, the son of Iver and Virginia (Larson) Ingebrigtsen. He graduated from the Gladstone High School in 1970 and was united in marriage to Rhonda Engel on June 6, 1974. Dale worked as a laborer with Wisconsin Labor Local 268, previously 1407, serving as Union Vice President for several years as well as a delegate to the Central Labor Council. He enjoyed spending time with his family, traveling, hunting, fishing, volunteering with the Delta County Cancer Alliance and was an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers.
Dale is survived by his wife, Rhonda of Escanaba, children, Dale (Becky) Ingebrigtsen of Sun Prairie, WI, Eric Ingebrigtsen of Escanaba and Ashley (Kolt) O’Keefe of Wisconsin Rapids, WI; grandchildren, Iris, Ivy and Dale “Trey” Edward Ingebrigtsen III, Walker, Easton and Grady O’Keefe and Ivy Ingebrigtsen; brothers, Dean (Lisa) Ingebrigtsen of Escanaba, Dwayne (special friend Kathy) Ingebrigtsen of Gladstone and Darrell (Karen) Ingebrigtsen of Escanaba; several nieces and nephews; mother and father-in-law, Iola and Alex Engel, brothers-in-law, Carl (Dianne) Engel, Paul (Liz) Engel and Mike LeCuyer, sisters-in-law, Gloria and Jill Ingebrigtsen and Mona (Bill) Shipman.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Donald, David and Dennis and sister-in-law, Nina LeCuyer.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, February 10 from 12:00 to 2:00 PM at the Skradski Family Funeral Home in Escanaba. Memorial services will be at 2:00 PM with Pastor Bill Rafuse and Pastor Darin Kelsey officiating. A luncheon will follow at the Congregational Church in Rapid River.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be directed to the Delta County Cancer Alliance.
Ina Engel - Dayton, Oh
Love and prayers to Rhonda and family!
Wayne and Kathleen Rash - Wis Rapids, WI
Dear Rhonda and family. Prayers for all of you at this very sad time Dale had the best Nurse in the world taking care of him so very intelligent loving and uplifting.
You can carry all of his love in your hearts. My dear cuz take care of yourself and know we love you God Bless You
Pat Brandt - Nekoosa, WI
Rhonda,I am so sorry. My deepest sympathies to you an hour family. Pat Brandt
Mitch Deranick - Wisconsin Rapids, WI
Rhonda and family so sorry for your loss.Dale was a good man and was missed when moving to Escanaba. .He was a good fit to local 1407 and 268.
Judy Anderson - Wisconsin Rapids, WI
Rhonda and family,
Sending sympathy and prayers at this time of sadness. It’s been years since our paths have crossed, but I still have fond memories of the time we spent together -whether at Riverview or so many years ago on the soccer field when our boys were just little kids. Praying you will find peace in memories of happier times. Take care and God bless.
Ann - Escanaba , Mi
I am so sorry for your loss Rhonda. Love you. Ann
DJ and June - North Pole, AK
Uncle Dale will be truly missed. One of the many joys he shared with a lot of us was the exhilarating trips to Alaska for moose hunting and fishing. Those adventures created unforgettable moments filled with laughter, camaraderie, and the thrill of the great outdoors. Uncle Dale reveled in those experiences, and the memories of those trips will forever be etched in our hearts. We are so grateful to have been able to visit with him several times over the last few years and reminisce. Love to Aunt Rhonda and family. We wish we could be there with you.
Connie Mayville - Escanaba, MI
My family and I send our sincere condolences on the passing of a wonderful man. He was my brother, Butch King, best friend and he couldn’t have prayed for friend any better than Dale. May he rest in peace and his family find comfort in all of the loving and fun memories shared. Much love.
Brenda carey - Los Angeles , Ca
Brenda and I want to express our deepest condolences and sympathy to Rhonda and her family , Brenda carey is Rhonda’s oldest sister which wasn’t mentioned for some strange reason? We haven’t seen Rhonda in years , when Rhonda and dale snuck off to elope, it was Brenda and I stood up for them .again our condolences and prayers to your family
The Leinwebers - Wisconsin Rapids, WI
Rhonda and family, our family is so sorry for your loss. We enjoyed spending time with you all when you lived in wis. Rapids, are kids growing up together and spending time together was so fun. When we came to visit you in Michigan we had such a great time. Our thoughts are with you always! Love you guys!❤️
Arlene Gasperich & girls - Broadview, IL
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
So very sorry for your loss. ❤️