Dale Lee Van Winkle, age 65, was born on May 27, 1959, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, to Doyle and Coralee Van Winkle. He was a 1978 graduate of Gering High School.

Dale proudly and honorably served his country in the United States Army as a Military Police officer from 1978 until his retirement in 1995. During his military career, he was stationed in North Carolina, Hawaii, Germany, and Georgia. 

Following his military retirement, Dale made his home in the Savannah, Georgia area, where he met and married the love of his life, Karla. He went on to work for Bomark, later known as SSA Marine, where he devoted well over 20 years of service and built lasting friendships.

Dale is survived by his loving mother, Coralee Van Winkle; his brother, Dennis Van Winkle (Michelle); his sisters, Zoe Coleman and Yvonne Burger (Cyril); his daughters, Vickie Dowell (Jeff) and Tiffany Whitten (Ernie); his cherished granddaughters, Courtney, Fannie, and Angel; his great-grandsons, Elijah Flynn and Braxton Lee; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and his extended Savannah family who meant so much to him.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Karla; his granddaughter, Hope; his father, Doyle Van Winkle; and his brothers, David and Dean Van Winkle.

Dale will be remembered for his loyalty, strength, work ethic, and the deep love he held for his family and friends. His legacy of service and devotion lives on in all who knew and loved him.