Obituary of Dale Estabrooks

Peacefully surrounded by family, at his residence, on Friday, October 25, 2019, Dale Edward Estabrooks, in his 79th year. Beloved husband of Gwen (née Tingley); they married on January 9, 1965 and had a long, love filled life together. Cherished father of Bruce (Joan) Estabrooks and Bryan (Pamela) Estabrooks, all of London. Very proud Poppa of Jen (Tim) Wilbee, Christie (Nick) Comly, Derek Estabrooks, all of London, and the late Todd Estabrooks (2004). Dear great-grandfather of Harry and Harvey Comly and Charlie and Hannah Wilbee. Missed by his siblings Malcolm ‘Mac’ (Mora) Estabrooks, of Brandon, Manitoba, Diana Estabrooks, of Sackville, New Brunswick and Ellerd Estabrooks (Pat), of Moncton, New Brunswick; and by his brother-in-law Bob Prosser. Predeceased by sister Joyce Prosser (2014). Dale joined the Royal Bank of Canada in 1960, and had a wonderful 45-year career. He was a dedicated family man, and adored his grand-puppy golden retrievers Bauer and Cooper. Dale was an avid tennis player, and spent his time enjoying the outdoors. A funeral service will be conducted at BYRON UNITED CHURCH, 420 Boler Road, London, on Monday, October 28, 2019 at 11:00 a.m., with visitation one hour prior. Interment at Woodland. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a donation in memory of Dale are asked to consider the Todd Estabrooks Memorial Football Scholarship (c/o Thames Valley Education Foundation) or a charity of your choice.