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Dale Elledge

Kampsville |

Dale Thomas Elledge, 70, of Kampsville, IL, formerly of Nebo, IL passed away on September 5, 2024, doing what he loved, playing golf. Dale was born December 19, 1953, to Garold and Ilene (Dunaven) Elledge. He married Susan Ewen in December 1976, she preceded him in death in 2006.

Dale was a 1971 graduate of Pittsfield High School. After graduation he went to work for Ervin Booth as a carpenter until Ervin retired. He later joined the union and became a journeyman for McBride and Sons.

Dale was a member of Nebo Baptist Church and Sons of the Legion in Kampsville. In earlier years he loved to fish and duck hunt and in later years became an avid golfer. He always said he loved to golf even though he wasn’t good at it.

Dale is survived by his mother, Ilene Elledge; two sisters, Rhonda (Dick) Houchins and Carrie Reed; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his father, Garold Thomas Elledge and a great nephew, Roman Bushmeyer.

Cremation rites were accorded, and a memorial service will be held September 14, at Gress, Kallal, and Schaaf Funeral Home in Hardin, IL. Pastor David Hamilton will be officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at Summit Grove Cemetery immediately following the service.

Memorials can be made to Kampsville American Legion/Sons of the Legion.

Online condolences can be made at www.kallalandschaaf.com.


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Gress, Kallal and Schaaf Funeral Home

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