Dale Curtis Piedalue, 54

Dale Curtis Piedalue passed away Jan. 16, 2023, at the age of 54 at Deaconess Hospital in Spokane, Wash. Dale was born Nov. 8, 1968, to Homer George Piedalue and Barbara Jean Mann in Missoula.

Dale was raised in Ronan along with his 10 siblings on the family ranch near Ronan. He always said it was the best childhood anyone could ask for. He attended school at Ronan High School where he made many lifelong friendships with his beloved class of ’87.

Dale was passionate about his Dallas Cowboys, he also loved to sing karaoke, and was always the life of the party. He was loved by so many for his huge personality, his big hugs and his great laugh.

He married the love of his live, Cynthia Karns, on July 21, 2018.

Over the years he had many jobs including being employed as a printer for the Captain’s Log, at Rocky Mountain Twist and his most recent employment at Ronan Harvest Foods.

Dale was preceded in death by his father, Homer George Piedalue; sister Shelly Piedalue; and brothers Lyle, Tim and Terry Piedalue.

Dale is survived by his children, Joseph Castor (granddaughter Elaina Castor), Keaton Piedalue, and Bailey Piedalue; his mother, Barbara Mann; brothers Tracy Burland, Dana, Mike, Chris (wife Melanie), and Ryan (wife Danielle) Piedalue; sister Gayla (husband Jesse) Lytton; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of life to be held at 2 p.m. Saturday Jan. 28, at Second Chance in Ronan.