Dale G. Papenberg Obituary
The passing of Dale G. Papenberg of Hecker, Illinois occurred on October 2, 2026. Dale, born on May 24, 1940, is remembered by those who knew him. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Dale G. Papenberg to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Victor Papenberg and Elizabeth "Bessie" Papenberg; his parents-in-law, Edward and Helen Kohler; his stepmother Fern Papenberg; his sister Jane French (Carl); his sisters-in-law, Helen Kohler and Phyllis Kohler; his niece Kathy Baxmeyer; Kadin.
He is survived by: his significant other Lois Ann Kohler; his son Todd (Kim); his grandchildren, Chasity Harrison (Brandon) and Josh; his son Brad (Claudia); his grandchildren, Caralyn and Kelly; his son Jay (Jami); his grandchildren, Claire and Caleb; his children, Jill (Tim Huebner) and Mark (Jayci); his grandchildren, Jax and Nash; his great grandchild Savannah Harrison; and his siblings-in-law, Franklin Kohler, Richard and Dorothy Kohler. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 6th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Wednesday, October 7th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM. A funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, October 7th 2026 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the St. Augustine Catholic Church (310 N Main St, Hecker, IL 62248).
As an expression of sympathy, the family prefers memorial contributions to: Gibault Catholic High School or St. Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Church.
