Dale Michael Nabozny's Obituary
A beloved father and son was called home where his loving mother had been waiting for him many years. Dale Michael Nabozny passed away 11/21/2017 at the age of 58. He was born December 13, 1958 to Evelyn and Leonard Nabozny in Jackson, Michigan. He was the second child of four siblings. He grew up in Jackson and lived in Idaho Falls before settling in Bountiful, Utah. Dale graduated from Northwest High School 1977, from LDS Business College with an Associate Degree in Accounting 1986, and Westminster College (Cum Laude) with a BS in Accounting 1990. Dale was married to Laurie Crawford from 1981 to 1996 and had one son – Vincent Michael Nabozny. While Dale had only one biological son, he was a father to a community of young people in Bountiful Utah, who he welcomed into his home with wide arms and a full plate. Dale’s four legged family members were also counted amongst his children, and he had a passion for rescuing dogs from shelters that were of the most need. His sweet puppy dogs Bambi, Emily, Pokie, Molly and Snowball were waiting to welcome him in death. His final baby, Meiko, joined him shortly after.
He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, multiple aunts and uncles, and cousins. He is survived by his son, Vincent, whom he loved and adored. He is also survived by his sister Cindy, her husband Jeff, their daughter Kelsey Mullen; and his brothers Jerry and Bob Nabozny.
Dale’s generosity was likely his most defining characteristic. Everyone who knew him was a recipient of his kindness, whether friend or family. He would give and share anything at all, even if it meant a significant sacrifice. His sense of humor never waned as he grew older and he reveled in telling and playing jokes, especially with those he loved the most. When talking with Dale many would find themselves waiting for, or unwittingly caught off guard by, a punchline to a story he had just told straight faced. Many of those punchlines could be shared today, but more probably should not. Dale was never one to mince words. There was no question about where people stood, or his opinions, because he made them well known. He was never too bashful for any topic of conversation and would speak plainly regardless of the audience or setting.
Dale was not a cowboy but loved the romanticism of the lifestyle. He would travel far and wide for cowboy poetry, music, and art. He loved the Bar J Wranglers, Michael Martin Murphy and Glenn Campbell. His pallet extended beyond cowboy music as he also loved the music of the 60s, 70s, big band, and folk. He also enjoyed easy listening and pop with a highlight being a Wayne Newton concert he attended with his mother-in-law, who may or may not have received a kiss from Mr. Las Vegas himself. Dale’s favorite places to visit went along with his passion for the cowboy lifestyle with Star Valley and Jackson Hole Wyoming, as well as Yellowstone National Park being his most beloved vacations.
Dale has impacted so many lives both directly and indirectly. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Utah Humane Society or Best Friends Animal Society in Utah. Thank you to all the friends and family who helped support him this last year and to everyone who shared a part of their lives with him.
A memorial service will be held at 12:00 noon Saturday, December 2, 2017, at the Bountiful Tabernacle located at 55 South Main Street, Bountiful UT, 84010. Please join us to celebrate his life together.
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