Dale Shewalter Obituary

Hi Laurie, You and I haven't communicated in YEARS because I lost my phone with your contact information in it and ... didn't have anything backed up. I wonder if you will see this? I'd love to reconnect. Judy King

I found this painting several months ago at an estate sale. Other than the uncanny likeness to Dale, it's not of a specific person. Initial research reveal it's probably from 60 - 80 years ago. I will find out the exact date.

It is our loss for not keeping up with Geneva's young men, and after reading the great article in Arizona Highways we were sad to hear of Dale's passing. His mother and father were good friends of ours and they would be very proud of him, we remember Dale growing up, and when he returned from the service. He would remember us as the people who owned the Ace Hardware in Geneva. We are very proud to have known him and will pray for his family.
WHAT AGREAT PERSON !

I send my best to the family of Mr. Shewalter. I was a student of his in 99-00 4th grade a Whitzel el. The one thing i will always remember him saying is "Your mission to complete" and us the student would reply "Which we have no choice" lol. He was a great teacher and will be greatly missed

The January 31st Memorial Service for Dale was appropriately moving. I made a DVD of the Service and will gladly mail a copy to anyone requesting one. Email me at [email protected] or give me a call at 630-513-5195.

To the Shewalter Family;
On behalf of the Officers and Legionaires of Cantigny Post 556, 1st Division Museum, Cantigny, Wheaton, IL, I wish to extend my condolences to you all on the death of Dale. Cancer is an evil disease, stiking down exceptional people in the prime of their lives. But take assurance that God and St. Peter met him at the gates of heaven with a hearty "Semper Fi" to which he replied "Hoorah", as any good Marine would. Again, my condolences and our prayers are with you.

Michael Zenisek, Post Chaplain, Post 556

Dale's memorial service has been rescheduled for Sunday, January 31st at 11:00 AM in Ashurst Auditorium (Old Main) on the Northern Arizona University campus.

Flagstaff is expecting 30 to 40 inches of snow this week, blown around by 50 mph winds. Therefore, Dale's memorial service scheduled for January 23rd at Northern Arizona University's Ashurst Auditorium will be rescheduled for a convenient date in the coming weeks. Notice will be given here or you may email me at: [email protected] for info. All Dale's family are grateful for your expressions of sympathy and memories and thoughts regarding Dale's life. Thank you! Steve Shewalter

Dear Madeleine, Zane and the Shewalter Family,
Our condolences to you all. Dale was a great guy and has been a good friend since high school. He fought a couageous fight and his legacy will live on forever. He will be missed very much by the many lives he touched. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With deepest sympathy.
Bill and Betsy Hartman

I taught with Dale for 21 years at
Weitzel Elem. School.He was a real
gentleman/very ambitious/a highly
requested teacher/and great asset to
the Flagstaff Community.Our thoughts
and prayers go out to the Shewalter
Family. God Bless!

Dale was probably the toughest man that I ever had the privilege of knowing. A United States Marine, he always exemplified duty, honor, country. As he battled cancer these past 5 years, I witnessed a courage that very few men can muster. Under continuous pain and countless setbacks in his struggle to beat the disease there was always the optimism that tomorrow would be brighter and better. I was lucky to know Dale even though our meetings were few. He touched many lives through his career as an educator and definitely made a positive contribution that will last for decades to come!

Dear Steve, I want to extend my condolences to you and all of Dale's family. I know how close you and Dale were and what an inspiration he has been to you. God bless you all. Sincerely, Steve Mountsier

Shewalter Family--I also knew Dale through football in Geneva and always thought he was a great guy. I lost track of him for many years but remember seeing his name in an article about the Arizona Trail and wondering if it was possible that it was the same Dale--I have spent much time on the trail over the years as Arizona has been my home since 1979. Wish I would have known that Dale was here. I will surely think of Dale each time I explore another bit of Arizona wilderness!

Hello, new Dale as part of the football teams at GEOCHI and always thought of him as a stand up go to guy. Sorry for your loss but know that he is in a better pain free place. Tim Archer

Shewalter family,This is Paul Nelson.I grew up with the Shewalters on Kansas St.I'm very sorry to here about Dale.I am a Viet Nam veteran also , we are all special people.I give my condolences to the family and may God Bless you all. Paul Nelson

Dear Laurie, Linda and Steve,
Not having met Dale's Flagstaff family, I find myself extending my condolences to each of you, though both Madeline and Zane are in my thoughts.
The world and everyone that Dale touched is forever changed for the better. Indeed, his legacy lives on - even in my own 10 yr. old daughter - by virtue of his passions - first and foremost: the care and safekeeping of the environment - and to 'leave a trail' where there once was none.
My life has been blessed and I am a better person because of Dale.
Most sincerely,
Judy King