Lawrence Michael Dale

Lawrence Dale passe away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Marc 20, 2026, just hours before his 86th birthday. He was born on March 21, 1940, in Santa Rosa California, the son of Donald and Jennie Dale, and was blessed to grow up alongside seven sibilngs

From the moment Lawrence met Judi, she was his world. They were sealed in the Salt Lake City Temple, and he was devoted to her completely—a devotion that never dimmed over 64 years of marriage, together they built a family that was the great joy of his days.

He is survived by his wife and children: Leslie, Ryan, Laurel (Sean), Erin, Shaylin (David), Christopher (Nikki), Heather (Kelly), Erika (Ryan), Emily, and Holly (Brandon); his cherished 33 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. Lawrence was preceded in death by his firstborn son, Martin Lawrence Dale; his parents, Donald and Jennie; and his brothers, David and Ken.

Lawrence loved people. As a young boy, he met Bob Lones, who became a trusted and lifelong friend. Together they shared many adventures in the countryside around Healdsburg, California, He later joined the National Guard and served his country, which he love and honored deeply.

Lawrence joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in June 1965, one of the most important decisions of his life He served faithfully in many capacities over the years, including as Bishop of the Healdsburg Ward, His testimony of Jesus Christ never waivered, He spoke with conviction about his love for the Savior’s ministry, and that conviction was evident in the way he lived and in how he treated and served those around him, He loved to read and kept his scriptures and other religious books always close at hand.

Those who had the privilege of knowing Lawrence will carry with them the memory of his quick wit and his extraordinary gift for storytelling. Family dinners were cherished and never quiet – filled with love and laughter, exactly as he liked it. A man of many trades, he had a special place in his heart for woodworking. He crafted birdhouses and handmade gifts for his grandchildren with care and intention, leaving living pieces of himself in each one.

A small, private service in honor of Lawrence’s life was held on March 28, 2026 at Aaron’s Mortuary in Clearfield, Utah.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider donating to a local food bank.