Dale Rottman Sr.
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Dale Rottman, Sr., 77 of Hope, formerly of Almont, MI, passed away at his home peacefully after his battle with cancer on Tuesday, June 8, 2021. He was born January 4, 1944 in Centerline, MI, to Norman and Gabriella (VanHaverbeck) Rottman. On July 25, 1964, he married Diane Farchone in Detroit, MI. Dale grew up in Sterling Township working at the family owned gas station. He was a tool and die maker for Pontiac Motor and Ford Motor Comp. for over 31 years. Dale's love for his family could only be met by his passion for his 1968 3 speed Corvette and his Harley's. His admiration for collecting and restoring things to their original beauty gained him numerous friends and acquaintances. He is a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church in Edenville, MI, where he met his second family from AA, which was his life support.
Dale is survived by his children: Debi (Billy Joe) Gillispie of Lapeer, MI, Dale (Gayle) Rottman Jr. of Beaverton, MI, Devin Rottman of Almont, MI, and Derek Rottman of TN. He is also survived by his siblings: Marvin Rottman of Beaverton, MI, Donald (Janice) Rottman of Shelby, Township, MI, Mary Armstrong of Beaverton, MI, Ann (Bill) Kluger of Capac, MI, JoAnn (Willie) Mills of Forrest Lake, MI, sister-in-laws: Lorraine Rottman of Beaverton, MI and Denise (Chad) Wolf of Deckerville, MI. Along with that, 10 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, family and friends. Also his best friend: Bernie Zobel.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 52 years: Diane, parents: Norman and Gabriella Rottman, brothers: Norman, Joseph, and Francis (Butch) Rottman, sister-in-laws: Connie and Shirley Rottman and brother-in-law: Don Armstrong.
The family will be taking visitors on Friday, June 11, 2021, from 5-8pm at the Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home in Beaverton. Rosary will take place at 7pm at the funeral home. Services for Dale will be taking place on Saturday, June 12, 2021, at 11 A.M. officiated by Fr. Dan Fox which is also at Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home in Beaverton. Cremation will be taking place, with a burial of the ashes at New Hope Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements are in the care of Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home. www.hallkokotovichfuneralhome.com