DL Dale A. Roach

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Biography:   Dale Arthur Roach
November 27, 1939 - December 4, 2015

 

Dale A. Roach, 76, of Hot Springs Village passed peacefully on Friday evening, December 4, 2015 at a local hospital. He was born in Oklahoma City on Nov. 27, 1939 to Luther and Birdie Marie Roach.

 

 Dale is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 53 years Nancy Roach; sons; Dale Jr. and his wife Barb, Donald and his wife Kristy, and daughter; Dana Krawczuk and her husband Tim. He is also survived by his 6 grandsons, Dillon, Dale III., Duke and Erik Roach, Nicholas and Luke Krawczuk.

 

 Dale grew up in Oklahoma City, graduated from Classen High School and earned a B.A. from the University of Oklahoma in 1962, where he was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Air Force. He was very proud of his service and flew thousands of hours throughout the Pacific, including numerous missions in VietNam. He spent most of his time in the Air Force based in Hawaii, and had many cherished memories of his time spent there on the beautiful island and the wonderful people with whom he served.

 

 After his career in the Air Force, Dale flew for Delta Air Lines where he retired after 30 years. While at Delta, he lived in Crystal Lake, IL, Coral Springs, FL, and finally Lake Spivey, GA. He was a respected pilot and a great guy to fly with, and he made many lasting friendships during his career with Delta. Upon retirement, he moved to Lake Balboa in Hot Springs Village where he enjoyed boating, poker, investing and spending time with family and friends. He especially enjoyed presiding over Nana and Grandads' summer camp where the grandchildren spent days swimming, waterskiing, late nights’ playing cards and watching Western movies.

 

Dale loved Oklahoma Sooner football, Corvettes, living on the water, and being surrounded by his loving family. Like many men born in the first half of the last century, he valued traditional American values and self-reliance. Anyone who knew him knew that his tough exterior concealed a heart of gold. Funny, charming, and kind to a fault, Dale left a lasting impression on everyone he met.

 

 He will be missed and remembered fondly and lovingly by the many people who were lucky enough to call him a friend.

 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project at  support.woundedwarriorproject.org 

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~ IN MEMORY ~

DL Capt. Dale A. Roach

November 27, 1939 ~ December 4, 2015

Word from family has been received with the passing of retired Delta pilot Captain Dale A. Roach, age 76.  Captain Roach joined Delta Air Lines 02-13-1970 and retired January 1997, based 030/ATL.  He is survived by his wife Nancy.

To date I've not been able to locate an online obituary or guestbook.  Arrangements to be advised when known. 

Personal condolences may be sent to Captain Roach's family at 

53 Saldana Way ,  Hot Springs Village , Arkansas  71909-7401  ...  (501) 915-8289

As we receive more information we will be sure to pass it along.

            Thank you,

                ~ Carol for the PCN   

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From: "Homestead" Sent: Monday, December 07, 2015 4:32 PM
 http://PCN.homestead.com/Death_Form.html

Deceased full name    Dale A. Roach
Date of Death     12-04-2015
Relationship    Pilot, Retired  
Domicile     ATL
Living Spouse     Nancy
Address     53 Saldena Way,  Hot Springs Village ,  AR    Zip     71909
Airline   DAL
Contact Name     John Morgan   Contact Email     jblwmorgan@plantationcable.net
Contact Phone     7064841641
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From: Glenn Ash Sent: Sunday, December 06, 2015 8:41 PM  To: death@pilotcommunication.net Subject: Capt. Dale Roach

Capt. Dale Roach passed away on Friday, Dec. 4, 2015 according to his wife, Nancy.

His address is 53 Saldana Way, 

Hot Springs Village, AR 71909

Phone  501-915-8289

arrangements unknown.