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Dale Dellagana Obituary

Dale Dellagana

April 13, 1955 - July 15, 2024

PLACERVILLE - Dale Jack Dellagana, born April 13, 1955, to parents John and Dorothy Dellagana, passed away July 15, 2024. Survived by wife of 28 years, Lorinda Lee Dellagana and sons, Greg and Jake Dellagana, Joey and Jon Reed. Grandchildren, Avery and Levi Dellagana, Emmalee and Aubrey Reed. Dale was born in Napa, CA. He spent many years working on his family's logging ranch. Dale started working for the County of Napa in 1982, spending the next 26 years with the county.

After they retired, Dale and Lorinda purchased a small estate in the outskirts of Placerville, CA. Dale was a natural mechanic and avid hunter and had a love for the outdoors. He enjoyed panning for gold. He was self-educated and an enthusiast for nature and its wildlife. Spending much of his time, sharing his knowledge and passion with his family. Dale was a very kind, loving and generous man. He was surrounded by family and loved ones when he passed away at home. Dale will always be remembered as an amazing husband and family man.

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Published by La Porte County Herald-Dispatch on Oct. 26, 2024.

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Jacki

October 29, 2024

Uncle Toots, thanks for the memories and wonderful cousins!

Maurine Gillmore

October 29, 2024

Colman and I remember the Point Arena days with "Toots". He was a great guy-had a big heart!

Dave Church

October 28, 2024

Dale was a well respected lead worker for Napa County.
I had the privilege of working with him for 24 years .
Condolences to the family
Rest in peace Ganiman.
Dave Church

Antony Matijaca

October 26, 2024

Condolences to the Dellagana Family, Especially Jake and Greg whom I grew up with when we were kids. Condolences from the Matijaca family.

Shelley

October 26, 2024

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