Dale Gary Raleigh

Dale Gary Raleigh, 76, of Cape Coral, Florida passed away Friday, September 25, 2026, in Cape Coral. He was born December 7, 1949, in Jackson, Kentucky.

Dale lived a life full of stories, adventure, hard work, and above all, love for his family.

He grew up in Carlisle, Ohio, alongside his parents and his brother, Charlie. As a young man, Dale was an avid baseball player, and throughout his life he never lost his love for the things that made him feel most alive-especially all things Western and riding horses.

Dale truly lived many lives in one lifetime. Over the years, he worked as a truck driver, owned a bar, worked on the railroad, and became a realtor. Each chapter gave him another story to tell, and anyone who knew Dale knew he had plenty of them. He lived life on his own terms and left a lasting impression on the people fortunate enough to cross his path.

But of all the titles Dale held throughout his life, none meant more to him than father and pappy.

More than anything, Dale loved his "Buddy," his son, Joe Raleigh. He was incredibly proud of the man Joe became, and few things brought him greater joy. That was, until Joe gave him two grandsons, Joseph and Beau. Dale adored his boys, and being their pappy brought a new kind of happiness and pride into his life.

Dale was also a devoted Christian whose faith remained an important part of who he was. While his absence leaves a tremendous hole in the hearts of those who loved him, there is comfort in knowing that Dale has gone home to Jesus and has been reunited with his beloved brother Charlie, his mother, and his father.

We imagine that reunion was a beautiful one.

Dale will be remembered for his stories, his adventurous spirit, his love of the West, and the unmistakable way he lived his life. Most of all, he will be remembered as a father and pappy who loved his family deeply.

Saddle up, Cowboy. There are new trails waiting beyond the horizon.

He is survived by his son, Joseph Raleigh (Ashley) as well as two grandsons, Joseph and Beau.

Dale was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Malta Raleigh as well as his brother, Charlie Raleigh.

Memorial Contributions in memory of Dale Gary Raleigh are suggested to Community Harvest Church at 6970 Weaver Rd.
Germantown, OH 45327 and The Alter Ohio