Dale Lee Clem, 96 yrs. old passed away in the loving hands of his family and Golden Age hospice care of Turlock.
Dale was born on July 23, 1927, to Gilbert and Hazel Clem in Lebanon, Oregon. In 1953, Dale and his wife and their two toddler daughters moved to settle throughout the years in Denair, Modesto and Turlock areas. His places of employment were Orth Ranch of Hickman and Flory’s Industries of Salida. He was an extremely skilled mechanic, truck driver, equipment designer, and well admired. Dale was a talented wood craftsman as well, some of his works are on display at Flory’s and Peterbilt. Dale loved all this family and friends dearly and was happiest spending time with them.
Dale was preceded in death by his father, his son, his granddaughter, and his mother. Dale developed multiple progressive health issues in his seasoned years. Neuropathy, curvature of the spine, cancer and dementia.
Dale is survived by his wife Mitzi Clem, daughter Carole Holsapple, daughter Dianne Audre, daughter Mary Anne Stiles, daughter Linda Enoch. In addition, 9 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren, 10 great-great-grandchildren.
A visitation will be held Friday, July 5, 2024, from 8:00 am to 9:00 am at Allen Mortuary of Turlock. A graveside service will be held at 10:00 am at Turlock Memorial Park.
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