Dale Edward Nelson, age 84, of St. Ignace, Michigan, passed away on August 27, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on April 29, 1941, at his family home in St. Ignace, to Kenneth and Helen (Szymanski) Nelson.

Dale spent his whole life in St. Ignace, graduating from LaSalle High School with the class of 1959. He worked for McGregor Oil for twenty-five years and then went on to work for the Michigan Department of Transportation, where he retired after twenty years. Dale was also the St. Ignace Township Supervisor and Assessor for thirty-five years and concurrently worked for Garfield and Hudson Townships as well.

A man of quiet strength and faith, Dale lived each day with gratitude and grace. He was a longtime member of St. Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church. His love for

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