James Michael “Mike” Dale, 74, of Coffeyville died August 16, 2021 at his home.
Born October 13, 1946, in Joplin, Mo., Mike was the son of William and Irene (Epperson) Dale. He was raised in Scammon. He was a graduate of South East High School. He continued his education at Pittsburg State University where he studied drafting.
After college, Mike began working for Union Pacific Railroad which would turn into a 37-year profession, retiring in 2008.
Mike was united in marriage to the love of his life Barbara Davis October 26, 1979. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, trains and watching sports, especially the Green Bay Packers and the Kansas City Royals. He was a truly dedicated employee that only knew hard work. In his down time Mike loved cutting up, he was always goofing around with his children and grandchildren. He loved anytime he could spend with his wife and family.
Mike’s memories will live on with his children, Billy Dale (wife Cindy), James Dale Jr. (wife Jessica), Jenger Byler (husband Tracy) and Kenda Gilman (husband Steve); his brother Larry Dale (wife Janet); sisters, Diane Dale and Anita Smith, and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.
He now rests with his parents, his wife Barbara and son Chris Dale.
Memorial services were held August 19 at Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel.
The family suggests memorials be made payable to the Alzheimer’s Association and they may be sent in care of Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel 2405 Woodland Ave. Coffeyville, KS 67337.