Age 63 passed away suddenly at his home in Albuquerque, New Mexico on Sunday, June 9, 2013 with his wife beside him. Dale is survived by his wife, Kathy, of 34 years; daughter, Breanne Dillon; son, Paul E. Dillon and his wife, Monique; grandchildren, Dagan and Ayla; father, Paul F. Dillon; brother, Greg Dillon, his daughter, Jennifer; granddaughter, Melissa, and brother-in law, Steven Lace and wife, Ysabel. Dale also leaves behind many aunts, uncles, cousins and very dear friends. Preceded in death were Dale's mother, Beverly and sister, Autumn. Dale enlisted in the United States Air Force on July 29, 1968. After a rewarding career in the Air Force he retired on August 31, 1988. Soon after his retirement he started to work with Chugach Management Services, JV, retiring March 2012. He was an avid golfer, spending as much time as possible on the green! During the football season he was one of the Ram's biggest fans!! Among his greatest loves were Kathy, his children and grandchildren. There will be a Memorial Service on Tuesday, June 18, 2013, 10:00 a.m. at FRENCH - Lomas with Brett Maddox officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The American Heart Association, 2201 San Pedro Dr. NE 87110 or American Lung Association 7001 Menaul Blvd. NE 87110.