Dale John Collard Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Dale John Collard born August 5, 1946 and died in Napa, CA on September 17, 2016. Born to John and Victoria Collard in Chicago, IL, he was the oldest of three children. Dale grew up in Hammond, IN, later settling in Redondo Beach, CA; then retiring to Napa. Briefly married, he never had children. Dales' passion in life was airplanes. After more than 35 years working for TWA/American Airlines he still never gave up his love of airplanes by building and collecting models; as well as researching airport and air flight plans. Dale loved studying and researching history, and reading the classics; such as Charles Dickens, Jack London and Shakespeare. He was a proud sponsor of PBS. Dale is survived by his brother Bruce Collard and his sister in law Joan; as well as their children Craig Collard and his wife Kristina (Grace, Lily and Kerrie), Kevin Collard and his wife Dawn (Jack, Laila, Anna), and Kristin Collard. He is also survived by his little sister Barbara Lernhart and her husband Mervin; as well as her children Vikki Appleyard and her husband Ryan (Zach Sleeper), Juli Polidori and her husband Dennis (Sophie, Lidia), Phillip Stoddard and his wife Robin Short (Jordin Stoddard). We want to thank Queen of the Valley Hospital, Napa Valley Care Center and especially Collabria Care (Hospice) for the attentive and caring services provided to Dale until his death.

Dale John Collard

August 5, 1946 - September 17, 2016

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Dale John Collard

August 5, 1946 - September 17, 2016

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