Dale E. Chittenden's Obituary
Mr. Dale E. Chittenden, age 80, of Spring Lake passed away Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at his home. He was born February 27, 1936 in Crockery Township to George and Gladys (Viebrock) Chittenden. He married Patricia Laman on July 31, 1953.
Dale attended Grand Haven High School and was employed with Northern Plumbing Pipeline as a pipelayer doing residential construction. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Spring Lake. Dale loved to farm, hunt, and spend time with his family.
Dale is survived by his wife, Patricia; daughter Nicky (Mike) Windberg; three sons: Dale (Joann) Chittenden, Joe Chittenden, and Dan (Sue) Chittenden; twelve grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two sisters, Alice Schumake and Lois Spencer; and one brother, Leon (Mary) Chittenden. He was preceded in death by a son, Brad Chittenden on July 18, 2012; sisters, Ruth Merz and Evelyn Harjer; and two brothers, Adrian and Roy Chittenden.
A private family service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions to Hospice of North Ottawa Community are appreciated. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at www.vbkfuneralhome.com.
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