Dale F. Reaker, 91, passed away in Plymouth, IN on Saturday, June 1, 2019, surrounded by his family’s love.
A lifetime Marshall County resident, Dale was born March 7, 1928, to Carl H. and Nellie A. (Davis) Reaker. He graduated from Bremen High School with the class of 1946.
On May 4, 1951, Dale married a girl he met through the Marshall Co. Rural Youth, Phyllis D. Schaal, in her parent’s home. The couple would cherish 61 years together before her passing in 2012.
A man of many talents, Dale worked for Vic Stockman at Snyder TV Appliance and later started Reaker Refrigeration & Appliance Repair Service until his retirement well into his 70’s. Dale “never met a stranger†and has been in most homes in this area handling service calls.
In 1943 Dale set the 100-yard dash track record for Plymouth High School and was a broad jump champion. He continued his track career at Bremen High School from 1944 until graduation in 1946.
Dale is a member of the North Salem Church of God in Plymouth, where he served as church trustee for 50 years.
The couple spent several winters in the Sebring, Florida area. Dale enjoyed woodworking and gardening in his flower, vegetable and fruit gardens. Dale took pride in being the family chef and loved to spend time with his family. He enjoyed creating crafts, giving them as gifts to others, including over 1000 knitted hats for newborns in hospitals. Dale is survived by his three children: Dennis (Beverly) Reaker of Montgomery, Alabama, Beth (Bert) DeVantier of Independence, Kentucky, and Jim (Michele) Reaker of Cincinnati, Ohio.; 4 grandchildren: Melissia Birge, Amber Cox, Tyler Reaker and Austin Reaker; and 5 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, parents, siblings, Earl, George and Everett Reaker, Jeanette M. Heck, Erma Carpenter and Mary Jane Reaker.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the Dale F. Reaker Memorial Scholarship. This fund was set up by the family in honor of Dale to further the education of a Bremen High school student. Donations can be mailed to Bremen Dollars for Scholars P.O. Box 144 Bremen IN 46506 or Bremen.dollarsforscholars.org
Visitation for Dale will be on Tuesday, June 4th from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. at the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home 1100 N. Michigan Street Plymouth, IN 46563. Service will be led by Pastor Bob Collier on Wednesday, June 5th at 11 a.m. also at the funeral home. Burial will follow at the New Oak Hill Cemetery. ***************************************************************
More information about the scholarship can be found at www.Bremen.dollarsforscholars.org Through this scholarship Dale’s family hopes to inspire students to continue their education to follow their dreams.
You can contribute to Dad’s scholarship by mailing a donation in Dale Reakers name to:
Bremen Dollars For Scholars
P.O. Box 144
Bremen, IN 46506
or
Donating at the visitation or service.
or
or visit the web site:
www.Bremen.dollarsforscholars.org
Patty (Schaal) Hanson says
Dear Dennis , Beth , Jim (and Families) ,
I just learned of Uncle Dale’s passing .
Take comfort in the assurance He is with
loved family and friends in heaven .
You are in my thoughts and prayers during
this time of grieving . Sorry, I can not attend the
service . A gift to his memorial scholarship will
be sent .
Hugs and Blessings ,
Patty (Schaal) Hanson
June 3,2019
Ted says
We are so sorry for your loss. When this happens in our family we need more than human strength. God and his Son can provide what we need. Please review these scriptures : John 5:28-29 “Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice 29 and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life, and those who practiced vile things to a resurrection of judgment.†Revelation 21:4 “And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes,and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.â€
Ted says
We are so sorry for your loss. When this happens in our family we need more than human strength. God and his Son can provide what we need. Please review these scriptures : John 5:28-29 “Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice 29 and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life, and those who practiced vile things to a resurrection of judgment.†Revelation 21:4 “And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes,and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.â€
Shirley Cox says
To all the Reaker. Children, My sympathy to all. I remember the days with your folks and the Lamborns when we all got together for a fun nite of food and playing cards. Memories are a treasure.
My prayers
Shirley
Demetria Barnett says
My prayers are with you and your family.
Cathy Gurtner says
So sorry for your loss. He was a special man.
Joan Joyce says
To Beth, Dennis, and Jim,
I remember all of you so well, and I am sorry I did not know about Mr. Reaker’s passing until tonight. I happened to find it on the Johnson-Danielson website. I hope it is not too late for you to receive this.
I always called your dad, “Mr. Reaker”. He came to my house to work on my refrigerator through many, many years. He was always so friendly, and I considered him a good friend. He knew I was your music teacher, and we always found something to talk about. I was also in charge of Bingo night for Marshall/Starke Development Center, and his church, the Salem Church of God, would always come once a year to help. Your mother and dad were always part of the group that came, and I always looked forward to seeing them.
Your dad was really special, and I know you will miss him. I see from the obituary that you are quite scattered around the country. I hope you are doing well, and I send my sympathy to all of you.