Dale was born November 16th, 1961, to Herbie and Bonita (Braun) Howard in Sidney, MT. He attended school in Sidney completing his education in Billings, MT. Dale joined the United States Navy following graduation. He worked at various cooking jobs throughout the country. Dale returned to Sidney in 1999 and began working for Thiel Brothers Roofing until he was diagnosed leukemia.
Dale loved going to garage sales, collecting bunnies, fixing up his home, fishing, and boating. He always enjoyed visiting with his friends and family especially at the holiday time. He liked to take drives to see the many sights around the area. His dog Charlie was a very special friend to him.
Dale died on March 8, 2008 at St. Vincent Hospital in Billings, MT.
Dale is survived by: his brothers, Kerry (Debbie) Howard, Sidney, MT, Robert Howard, Deer Lodge, MT; sisters, Cindy (Dan) Acree, Tiffin, OH, Bonnie (Kevin) Oakley, KS; special nephew and nieces, Anthony Acree, Katelyn Howard, Ashley Howard, Heather Acree, Vicki Acree; as well as other numerous nephews and nieces.
Dale was preceded in death by his mother, Bonita Howard.