Dale Jerome DeLong was born on June 11, 1937 in Crosby, North Dakota to Arthur and Gladys DeLong.
Dale was the third of four children and attended school in Alkabo, North Dakota through the 6th grade. The family then moved to Havre, MT and Dale graduated from Havre High School in 1956.
Dale began the painting trade with his father at age 14 and continued painting throughout his working years. In the latter 1970’s he started his own business, DeLong Painting and Decorating. Dale was a meticulous painter and would often be observed quietly scrutinizing paint jobs in homes he entered. Taping, texturing, and painting had to be done correctly or Dale wanted no part of it.
Dale married Phyllis Sims in 1957 and they have three children. They are also blessed with ten grandchildren and soon to be fifteen great grandchildren.
As a young man Dale committed his life to Christ and followed Jesus wholeheartedly throughout his years. He was a student of the Bible and often could be seen in his home with study books spread around his chair. Many people enjoyed his teaching of the Word of God.
Dale was preceded in death by his parents, Art and Gladys DeLong, a brother Dennis (Denny) DeLong, and a sister LaDonna Wright. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis DeLong; sister, Bonnie Kretchmer of Redding, CA, his daughter Corlynn (Norm) Christofferson of Helena, his son David (Julie) DeLong of St. Ignatius, and his daughter Shelley (Kevin) Miller of Corvallis, OR.
Dale passed away on September 29, 2021, at the age of 84. A Memorial Service will take place on Saturday, October 23, 2021, at Bridge Assembly, 725 Granite Avenue, Helena, at 1:00 p.m.
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Diane DeLong says
When I think of him I remember how he lit up when talking about fishing and his laugh during many hours of playing cards. Praying for you all during this time. Love to you all
Anonymous says
Healing Tears – Blue and White was purchased for the family of Dale Jerome DeLong.
Helen Ricci says
Phyllis,
I’m so sorry for the loss of your husband. I never had the pleasure of meeting him. You will remember me as working in the Hill County Clerk and Recorder office, doing the recording of those leases you and the rest of the land people brought.
We are living in Helena now.
Take care and my sympathy to you and your entire family.
Helen Ricci
Pete Mears says
Very fond memories of Dale…he showed me the way not by words but by the way he lived. I’m forever grateful to him.
virginia bitterman says
Will miss dale and fond memories of your wedding and hunting trips with Vern. We both were blessed with wonderful husbands and God’s blessing on our lives..keep strong and know that God will be with you as you live life without your mate..not easy but Gods grace is sufficient :heart::heart::heart:
Vera L DeLong says
Vera, Brian, and Denise DeLong purchased the Lavender & White Standing Spray for the family of Dale Jerome DeLong.
Vera L DeLong says
Dale was such a wonderful man who walked the talk—he was a great Brother-In-Law who was so helpful to me when his Brother Dennis passed away. I am always grateful for his kindness and comfort in my time of need. I am truly sad that he has passed, but happy that he is with God. A lovely and decent man has passed from our lives and he will be missed.
Kevann Campbell says
Phyllis, Shelley, Zac and family – sending you heartfelt condolences. Lots of love, Kev and family