Dale F. Johnson

Dale F. Johnson, 88, of Machesney Park, IL, passed away peacefully, Friday evening, December 20, 2024. He was born February 25, 1936 in Viroqua, WI, the son of Maurice A. and Irene (Olson) Johnson. Dale graduated from Viroqua High School, class of 1955. He proudly served in the United States Army from 1958-1960. Dale was employed by Barber Colman from 1956-1972, Mattison Machine Works from 1974-1995 and Custom Gear from 1995-2003. Dale was a doting grandfather and supported them in everything that they did. He was an avid Green Bay Packer fan. Dale enjoyed reading, doing jigsaw puzzles and crossword puzzles.

Dale is loved and missed by his children, Jeffrey D. Johnson and Gina M. Johnson; grandchildren, Nathan L. Johnson and Rachael A. Johnson; nephew, Gary Elder; also Lori Martin, Patty Baggett, Joey Rigotti, Lori Rigotti, Karli Rigotti, and Lora Gilbert; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings Barbara Elder and Robert Johnson.

A memorial visitation will be held from 9:00-10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 18, 2024 at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Rd, Machesney Park, IL 61115 with a memorial service to begin at 10:00 a.m.