Dale E. Ohnemus
Dale E. Ohnemus, age 85, of Quincy, IL, died on Friday, October 16, 2026, in his home surrounded by loved ones.
He was born February 27, 1941, in Quincy, the son of Eugene Conrad and Mary Eva (Klatt) Ohnemus. Dale married Sandra Kay McGrew on February 4, 1967, in St. Francis Solanus Catholic Church. She survives.
Dale graduated from St. James Trade and High School. He was a skilled carpenter and bricklayer. Dale was a cabinet maker for Huck Fixture Company for 29 years until his retirement. Dale served his country as a member of the U.S. Army Reserves. He was a member of St. Francis Catholic Church.
Dale was a huge football fan and enjoyed cheering on the Chicago Bears over the years. He was also a big fan of the Chicago Cubs. Dale enjoyed oil painting in his spare time. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great grandson.
In addition to his wife, Dale is survived by: a son, Thomas (Jin) Ohnemus of Loraine, IL; two daughters, Rebecca (Robert) Mitchell of Fowler, IL; and Sherry (Terry) Goodwin of Quincy, IL. Grandchildren: Scott Watson, Audrey Ohnemus, Elizabeth Ohnemus, Shea Brueggeman, Emily (Jeffrey) Wittner, Jenny (James) Calef, Devin (Ashley) Mitchell, Derek Mitchell, Joshua (Rachel) Goodwin, and Brody Goodwin. A great grandson, Norman Pearson, III. A brother-in-law Eugene (Linda) McGrew of Bushnell, Il, two sisters in-law, Ginny and Doris Ohnemus, and many nieces and nephews also survive.
Dale was preceded in death by his parents, siblings Daniel (Norma), Beatrice Waterman, Roman Ohnemus, Gerald Ohnemus, Patricia Meado, Rosemary Reichert; 2 granddaughters Allison Goodwin and Melissa Casto.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be held Saturday, October 24 from 10:00 AM until the time of services at 11:00 AM at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to St. Francis Catholic Church. Service arrangements are with Duker & Haugh Funeral Home.
We were so very sorry to learn of Dale’s passing and are extending our sincere condolences to Sandy, Tom, Becky and Sherry. I was always proud to call him my Uncle, a man with a Heart of Gold. He did not have an easy life, starting with his mother passing when he was 12, but he always made the best of a situation. He will always be remembered for his laid back personality and easy going demeanor, just like many of his older siblings. He gained his wings and earned his place in Heaven—Heaven welcomed another angel! R.I.P. Uncle Dale.
Thank you. He truly was a great person. The kindest sweetness gentle man and the best dad and grandpa anyone could ask for. We will miss him so much. Becky
Aunt Sandy and family so sorry for your loss . Uncle Dale has a special place in my heart . He was a man with a kind soul ,quiet demeanor and a charming smile ! He will be deeply missed ♥️
Thank you. His nieces and nephews meant a lot to him. He will be missed so much.
Uncle Dale FLY HIGH . Rest In Peace
You were the best.
Rest in paradise uncle dale give my dad a hug and grandma and Grandpa a hug and aunt Lori