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Dale Otcheck, read his last book on March 3rd, 2023.
Dale was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend, computer geek, caregiver, and all-around good guy who peacefully passed away on March 3rd, 2023, surrounded by his family.
Dale was an amazingly compassionate man who will forever be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife Tana Otcheck; daughters Sherri Spratt, Dion (Jay) Schottler; sons Michael Shepard, Robert (Khandyce) Shepard; grandchildren Savannah Schottler-Otcheck, Elliot Shepard, Skylier Shepard, Wyatt Spratt, and Michael Allison; and loving parents Bob and Mary Adams.
Dale was preceded in death by his parents, William and Eva Otcheck; his son Michael Riley; and his daughter Brenda K. Seavey.
Dale's kindness, intelligence, warm personality, and witty bad jokes will always be remembered by those who loved him. The celebration of life will be held on August 5th, 2023, at Bishops Beach in Homer, Alaska, at 2:00 PM to honor his memory.