Dale Beneke, 59, of Evansville died Tuesday, March 19, 2013 at Douglas County Hospital in Alexandria.
On March 18th 1954 Dale John Beneke was welcomed into this world by his parents, John and Beatrice ("Pat") Beneke in Minneapolis, Minnesota. At a young age Dale was baptized then later confirmed at Peace Lutheran Church in Robinsdale, Minnesota and as he grew in wisdom so did his commitment to the Lord.
After living in the Twin Cities for a number of years he took up residency in west central Minnesota where he developed a special relationship with his co-workers from Gateway. After Dale grew to acknowledge this great group of men as his extended family he soon met and married his loving, devoted wife, Marcia.
In his free time Dale was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing and hunting. When not in nature by himself, Dale spent many hours exploring the great state of Minnesota together with Marcia. Over the years he developed many interesting collections with a few being Pez dispensers, baseball caps, and military memorabilia. He will be remembered most for honoring his country by serving with the Marine Corp and reserve, his never ending sense of humor, and his everlasting devotion to his family and friends.
Dale departed from this world to be with his Lord on March 19, 2013 after his courageous battle with cancer. His survived by his wife, Marcia, father John Beneke of Brooklyn Center, mother-in-law Twyla Johnson of Evansville; sons Bradley (Jennifer) of Maple Lake, Kevin (Christine) of Anoka, John of Alexandria; step children Darrin (Renae) Quinn of Evansville, Taylor Quinn of Ramsey, Amber (Levi) Dargis of Ramsey, Blake (Jennie) Quinn of Evansville; grandchildren Caleb, Jacob, and Brianna Beneke, Carter Beneke, Courtney, Skyler, and Madison Quinn, Ruby, Simon, and baby Quinn; his sister-in-law Barb Beneke, brother Karl (Dawn) Beneke, sister Deb (Steve) Logan, and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his mother Beatrice Peterson, brother Michael Beneke, and his father-in-law Carlton Johnson.
There will never be a time when your devotion to your country, family, and friends will ever be forgotten. Your will always be in our hearts, Love you much!
Visitation: Friday, March 22, 2013 from 4 to 7 PM at the Glende-Nilson Funeral Home in Evansville and resuming for one hour prior to the service at the church.
Service: Saturday, March 23, 2013 at 11:00 AM at the Destiny Church – rural Ashby
Clergy: Rev. Steve Quernemoen
Spring Burial: Mound Grove Cemetery in Evansville
Funeral Home: Glende-Nilson Funeral Home of Evansville
Condolences: www.glendenilson.com