Dale Edward Pepper

Dale Edward Pepper

(November 8, 1957 – January 12, 2024)

 

Dale Edward Pepper a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 13, 2024, at age 66. He was born on November 8, 1957, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, and spent his early years in Santee, California, before returning to his roots in Parkersburg in 1986.

 

Dale had a passion for working on vehicles, honing his skills in paint and body work while residing in California. Upon his return to Parkersburg, he found fulfillment in his work at McGuffey Tents in Boaz, West Virginia, where he dedicated 27 years of his life.

 

In addition to his professional pursuits, Dale was an avid collector of pocket watches and antique clocks. He derived joy from repairing these timepieces and attending auctions, where he could indulge his passion for antiques.

 

Dale was preceded in death by his infant brother, Rodney, his younger brother Ronald Pepper, as well as his niece Mandy Hoye as well as his parents, Raymond (Mae) Pepper and Vivian (Black) Pepper. He is survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Mary (Wine) Pepper, his sister Cinda Hoye, his daughters Rebecca (John) Vasquez of Hemet, California, and Jessica Maxwell of Vienna, WV, as well as his six grandchildren: Cassie, Nathan, and Noah of Hemet, California, and Haley, Braylon, and Cameron of Vienna, West Virginia. He also leaves several nephews.

 

Dale will be remembered for his kind heart, generous spirit, and unwavering dedication to his family. He touched the lives of many and will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. May he rest in eternal peace.

 

The family is planning a celebration of life event in early summer. No date has been set yet.

 

A private cremation will take place at Mid-Ohio Valley Cremation Society.