Obituary
Dale Wendell Lawrence
Dale Wendell Lawrence, 76, of La Crosse, passed away at home on Friday, June 26, 2026. Dale was born on September 24, 1949, to Wendell and Agnes (Weis) Lawrence in La Crosse.
Dale worked various places when he was younger, Warner and Swasey, Vern Dale and bartending at Sokoliks. He then worked at Trane Co. for 31 years, retiring at 55 as a machinist.
Dale enjoyed playing cards, camping, fishing and traveling, having been on several cruises and bus trips. His absolute favorite thing in recent years was to watch the neighbors and family working on the farm and in the valley. He had to supervise to earn his beer!
Dale was married to Nancy Wells in 1967, together they had 2 children, Tracy and Scott. They later divorced. He then met Lori Peters while tending bar at Sokoliks. They married on April 14, 1984.
Dale is survived by his wife Lori, his daughter, Tracy (Don) Dolan and their children, Kara and Hunter, and grandchildren, Luna and Hudson, his son, Scott (Lynda) and their son, Dale. Dale’s brother, Dennis (Karen) and his children, Dennis (Karla) and daughter, Pennie and their families. His niece, Brenda (Steve) Wehrs, nephews, Mark (Becky) Hembd and Michael (Michelle) Hembd and their families. Dale is further survived by Lori’s family, sister-in-law, Karen (Tim) Tiber and their children, Rachel (Jeremy) Jacobson and their sons, Tameron and Rylan. Maddie (Ali) Nooner, Ted and Stephanie Tiber. Dale’s brothers-in-law, Todd Peters and his children, Kyle and Josie.
He is preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Diane, his brother-in-law, Ralph Hembd, nephew, Matthew Hembd, and grandnephew, Brandon Lawrence, in laws, Rollie and Judy Peters, and sister-in-law, Linda Peters.
I would like to thank the Emplify by Gundersen Hospice Team and the Hillview Health Care who cared for him with 6 admissions over the years, but most of all the unwavering support from my family, friends, neighbors and co-workers past and present – Lori
Per Dale’s wishes there will be no services or celebration of life.
Coulee Region Cremation Group is assisting the family with arrangements.
Our condolences to you and your family. May he rest in peace now and enjoy the beauty of heaven.
Thinking of you Lori at this time. Knowing you as a caring, compassionate nurse, and being present in Dale’s time of need will sustain you through memories and prayers.
So sorry to hear of Dale’s death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May your many memories give you comfort at this time. Sending this with love and sympathy.
Lori, we are so sorry to hear this news. I hope Dale could see how much we love and appreciate the valley. We’re here if you need anything.
I met Dale at some wedding party or get-together being held at Sokoliks on French Island years ago. Very nice person……….RIP Dale.
I met Dale at some wedding party or get-together being held at Sokoliks on French Island years ago. Very nice person……….RIP Dale.