We are sad to announce that on July 8, 2023, at the age of 84, Dale E. Carlson of Wapakoneta, Ohio, born in Monmouth, Illinois passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Dale E. Carlson to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Gunnar C. Carlson and Vivian N. Carlson (Wickline); his former life partner Carroll A. Collier; his stepson Richard Carlson; and his sister Donna Burden (Bob).

He is survived by : his wife Helen I. Smart; his stepchildren, Peggy Deal of Spencerville, OH, Patricia Tingler (Lynne) and Wapakoneta of Frank Ickes, TN; and his sisters, Wanda Shaw (late Frank) of Waynesfield, OH, Linda Hurles (late Bill) of Fernley, NV and Mary Bowersock (late Jerry). He is also survived by 17 step-grandchildren, 20 step-great grandchildren, and 5 step-great great grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Eley Funeral Home & Crematory