Calvin Durwood Dale, 76, passed away on July 10, 2017, in Hampton, VA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Frances Dale; his brother, Bernard Dale; his sister, Melinda Dale; and his son-in-law, James Ard. Left to cherish memory are his wife, Rita Dale; his sons, Randy and Shawn Dale; his daughters, Tammy and Danna Dale; his sister, Donna Beach; and his six grandchildren: Hayley Ard, Bryce Ard, Madison Dale, Joe Dale, Amber Dale, and Jamie LaLiberte II.
“Dale,” as he was known to many, had quite a green thumb and enjoyed growing vegetables and flowers. He was proud to have become a Master Mechanic at the Newport News Shipyard. He also enjoyed working on cars. He was an accomplished songwriter and singer. He loved spending time with his children and was a beloved “Pa-Paw” to his grandchildren.
Visitation will be Saturday, July 15, 2017, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Altmeyer Riverside Chapel. The service will be held Sunday, July 16, 2017, at 1 p.m. at the Altmeyer Riverside Chapel with interment to follow at Parklawn Memorial Park.
Calvin Durwood Dale
October 5, 1940 - July 10, 2017
10/05/1940 - 07/10/2017
Past Services
Visitation
Saturday July 15, 2017
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Altmeyer Funeral Home – Riverside Chapel
7415 River Road
Newport News, VA 23607
(757) 245-1525 | Directions
7415 River Road
Newport News, VA 23607
(757) 245-1525 | Directions
Cemetery
Sunday July 16, 2017
Service
Sunday July 16, 2017
1:00 pm
Altmeyer Funeral Home – Riverside Chapel
7415 River Road
Newport News, VA 23607
(757) 245-1525 | Directions
7415 River Road
Newport News, VA 23607
(757) 245-1525 | Directions
Our thoughts and prayer are with you as you go through the coming days. (We’re so sorry we were unable to attend the funeral. Sandy and I picked up mom and were headed to Newport News on Sunday, but got caught in a traffic jam at the tunnel.)
Please accept our sympathy for your loss. Joe Oates, Page O’Connor, Sandra Williams, Harold Asbell
To the family of Calvin.
Please accept my sincere condolences. I worked with Calvin back in the 60s when we were both nuclear refueling workers on 3rd shift. I remember him being called ” Tiny” thought I never knew way. He was always a pleasure to work and deal with. I am sure that he will be greatly missed.
Rita, Randy, Tammy, Shawn & Dana & families, I am so sorry for your loss… I have been friends with Rita & Dale for over 40 years… My most memory of Dale was his kindness, honesty, trustworthy , a wonderful Husband, Great Father, and the best Paw Paw a Grandchild could ever have!!! And a long time unbelievable Friend!!! I love all of you!!! Dale will be missed by many …. He had a strong faith and a loving heart for his family and friends!!!
We have known Calvin for 30 years. He was a wonderful neighbor. He always wore a smile and had a cheerful story to tell. It was common to see Calvin in the cul-de-sac with his grandchild riding various motorized vehicles. It was a joy to see. He will be sadly missed.
Sending my deepest condolences to the family during this difficult time. ~Marcella Williams