Lifetime Plymouth resident, Dale A. Manuwal, 84, passed away in his home, surrounded in love, on Monday, February 22, 2021.
Born in Plymouth, Indiana on May 11, 1936, Dale was the son of Myrl and Mearlie (McKesson) Manuwal. As a young boy, Dale could be found many days along the river or in the woods harvesting game or fish for dinner. In his mind, the woods and rivers were his school. So, he frequently skipped school to enjoy what he loved, being in nature.
On June 15, 1957 in Plymouth, Dale married Carolyn M. Kamp.
During his high school years, he began logging. He cut, skidded, and hauled for many years. Dale worked for Sanders Lumber Company in South Bend, cruising and marking timber. In 1979, he started his own sawmill in Plymouth, Manuwal Sawmill. He would finish raising his family with that business, and his son, Tim, would become involved in the operations. Through his hard work, the business expanded to 8 buildings. His sawmill also cut the material Dale used to build his family’s home.
Tim worked side by side with his dad for over 40 years. It was Dale’s wish to build his own casket. But running on Manuwal time, Tim was able to complete this project for him instead. It would also be the casket Tim would be laid in when he passed on February 22, 2020.
He was a longtime member of Ducks Unlimited and spent a few years as sponsorship of Ducks Unlimited. He was a longtime member of several trapping organizations and a lifetime member of the Indiana State Trappers Association. Dale was part of the Menominee Marsh Development that was initiated by Dale and Marv Miller.
Dale trapped in Indiana and Arkansas. His top year he trapped 41 coyote, 1 red fox and 1 bobcat. He also took many fishing trips to Canada and pheasant hunting in Iowa and Kansas.
He is survived by his children; Elizabeth Bottorff, Barb (Garry) Hartman, Vicki Manuwal, and daughter-in-law, Janet Manuwal, all of Plymouth. Also surviving are his nine grandchildren; Thad (Amanda) Manuwal, Jaymie (Randall) Dickson, Bellinda Bottorff (fiancé Jacob Segraves), Lillian Bottorff, Francis Bottorff, Nichole Hartman, David (Jessica) Hartman, Kelsey Hartman, and Sydney Manuwal; seven great-grandchildren and siblings-in-law; Sharon, Pat (Ernest), Deb (Mike), Margaret and Linda, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife Carolyn in 2016; his parents; sons; James and Timothy Manuwal; two grandsons, Devin Manuwal, Myles Manuwal; a great granddaughter; brother, Fred Manuwal; and brothers-in-law, Kenny (Sondra) and Dale Kamp.
Visitation will be held from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday February 28, 2021 at the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 North Michigan Street, Plymouth.
Funeral services will be held on Monday March 1, 2021 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home with Chaplain Wyatt Smith officiating. Visitation will resume one hour prior. Burial will be in the New Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth.
Memorial contributions can be made to Center for Hospice Care 112 S. Center St. Plymouth IN 46563.
Please click the link below to live-stream the funeral service on Monday, March 1st at 11am:
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PLEASE NOTE: For your protection, the entire funeral home staff will wear masks. It is mandated that family members and their guests do so as well.
James Houin says
Sorry for your loss. Carolyn babysat myself & my siblings many years ago. They were very good friends & neighbors for many years.
Jim & Linda Houin
Linda Starr says
Thank God that Dale is free at last from the disease that took him long before his physical body! He is reunited with his dear Carolyn, Jim and Tim and all those who were awaiting his arrival!
Rest in happy hunting grounds!!
Pat Mehrley says
So sorry to hear of the loss in the family. Our thoughts are with each family member that will miss him deeply.
Becky Wade says
Al and I are so sorry for your loss. We will always remember the smile and kindness that came from his heart. We extend all our love, thoughts, prayers and hugs as you go through this difficult time. Love Al and Becky
Jim and Cathy Phend says
We are so sorry to hear of Dale’s passing. He was a true outdoorsman and it was so amazing to see how he passed that on to Tim. Sending our sincere sympathies.
Abby (Manuwal) McIntire says
Dale will be missed by so many, very sorry for your loss. He was always interesting to talk and so nice.
God Bless,
Mark and Abby (Manuwal) McIntire Family
kirk clark says
so very sorry for your loss prayers to the family.
Bomber Wickey says
Words are so inadequate at this time of such great sorrow. Know that your Dad is with God and all his angels, and he will watch over you always.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Peace!
Bomber Wickey
Kentwood, Michigan
Terry Hyndman says
So sorry to hear of your loss. Dale and Tim were two of our first friends when we moved to Plymouth, and introduced us to a whole community of conservationists. I’m sure his legacy will be remembered for generations to come.
Terry and Linda Hyndman
Carolyn M Garber says
To the Manuwal family,
Dale’s granddaughter Jaymie was a very special student of mine at PHS. I remember her speaking very fondly of her grandparents. My sincere sympathy to the family on the passing of Dale.
Carlton Morris St says
The family is in my prayers. Earth has no sorrows that Heaven cannot heal. Be strong in the Lord and the power of his might.
Rex and Vicki Miller says
So sorry for your loss. Dale was a great man. We were involved with DU years ago . He will be missed
Sean Meadows says
Dale was a great man. Although only related by marriage and generations apart he still treated us as family. A wealth of not only knowledge but true wisdom, the kind that only one can have from a deep connection and respect to the world around them. He is missed and will continue to be for years to come.
Don Thompson says
Rest in Peace, Dale and Tim.
Angie Puckett says
I am very sorry for the families loss. My prayers are with the family. God bless
Joan & Rich Seaman says
Hello Our Dearest Old Time Forever Friends And Long Time Neighbors,
Hello Manuwal Family,
We are sending our heartfelt sympathy to all of you this day of when you wish a home going for your precious family member Dale and our lifelong second Dad in this world. So glad that we all had so many good years together. A lot of years have passed, but our love for the Manuwal Family will always remain the same. You are all dear to us. Each and every one of you holds special places in our hearts, souls, and spirits. We loved Dale very much too. So many have gone on before us, but we all that remain join together in love for one another. Our hearts, souls, thoughts, and prayers are with you all today as you say farewell to Dale from this earth. He was a very good man. Remember is Canada Geese and bee hives. Have so many fond memories of you all in the past and hope to live out more moments together in our futures. Love to you all from the Seaman’s (Beatty), Joan and Rich
Trudy says
Bar/Garry–so sorry to hear about your dad. Will be thinking of you and praying for your family.