Very sad to hear of the death of Dale. I knew him only very briefly when I spent several months at Carl Albert Junior-Senior High School when we were both Freshman and were team mates on the basketball team. Dale was a really wonderful friend to me then and had a very lasting impression on me for that generous unconditional friendship. When my family moved into base housing at Tinker Air Force Base, mid-year, I transferred to Kerr Junior High School and lost contact with Dale, but have always remembered his smile and kind words. Dale's sister Gail was in my Freshman English class and shared Dale's warmth and kindness also as a friend to me. These things are the substance of deeply cherished memories. Thank you Dale, and Gale! Brent Stewart, San Diego, California. 2 August 2025
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My condolences to Dale's family. I first met Dale when I started going to Soldier Creek elementary school in 1965. Gail and Dale had the most infectious & genuine smiles. I’m so sorry Gail for your loss.
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Will miss you, my friend. You always brighten the room when you came into it.
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I was the youngest of all the cousins and I always looked up to Dale in so many ways. He was always so kind and could light up a room with his charm and laughter.
I am so thankful for the time I had with Dale in my life. His love, and legacy will continue to shine brightly in my heart, today and always.
Rest in peace, Dale. You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.
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Dale, u r a wonderful human being & I will see u on the other side soon. Love 💗 Lydia
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I could call Dale and it was like time never passed. He always made my heart feel joy and made me laugh. I am grateful for the time I had to spend with him over the years. And as we all know "Hamburgers and Hotdogs" for everyone. We were all welcome to the
Oasis he called home.
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I'll always remember Dale from Carl Albert . Everyone that knew him liked him. It seemed like you couldn't say Dale Bennett without saying Gale Bennett.
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Dale you will be missed by us all you always brought so much joy and laughter into a room. We all have so many fond memories of being together at Soldier Creek and Carl Albert. As the brother of my dearest and best friend and then marrying Debbie one of my dearest friends you will never be forgotten and always hold a special place in my heart. I hope that everyone finds comfort in their happy memories
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I’m going to miss you Dale. I had the best year working with you as my boss thank you for everything
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I am so grateful to have gotten the opportunity to be in your life and you in mine since I was a little guy. You never treated me like I wasn’t anything but your son. Even when you didn’t have to and from 9-10 to 44 years old you always had time when I was in town. You never lost your sense of humor or grace as you left us. I will never forget you and will always try and watch after you’re precious Lauren.
Love ya Dale,
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Dale was one of a kind and so delightful to know, even briefly. I’m so sorry for your loss, Lauren and family. Sending my love to you.
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You will be missed, Dale. I’m a better person for having Lauren as a friend and you helped mold her; thanks big guy. Hook ‘em. 🤘🏼
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So sorry for the families loss. I have some wonderful high school memories of Dale.
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My wife Rose and I always liked her Cousin Dale. A kind and good man. He will be missed. God Bless
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Lauren and family, what a vividly beautiful remembrance! It definitely made me wish I had been lucky enough to meet Dale. Sending lots of love.
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