Dale Allen Bocklund

March 20, 1954 - November 8, 2020

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A memorial visitation will be from 11 am – 1 pm, Saturday, November 28, 2020 at Traders Church,212 S Joplin Ave, Joplin, MO 64801, masks are required.

Dale Allen Bocklund, 66 years old of Joplin, Missouri passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2020 at Freeman Hospital in Joplin, Missouri.
Dale was born on Saturday, March 20, 1954 in DeKalb County, Illinois to Onnie Gulley and Julia Bocklund. He was united in marriage with the love of his life, Bonita Younger Adams, on Friday, May 17, 1996 in Joplin, Missouri. Dale spent most of his career as a heavy equipment mechanic. He took pride in his career for the last 23 years at Four State Trucks. Dale had a passion for the outdoors since he was a child. He loved to hunt and to fish, and he was very proud to share his passion with his grandsons. His favorite fishing spot was at Roaring River State Park. He was a huge fan of the Kansas City Chiefs and cherished their Super Bowl win last year. He had a big generous heart, understood the value of hard work, and always helped others. He was a great chef who enjoyed cooking and grilling. The greatest love of his life was spoiling his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He is survived by his loving wife, Bonita Bocklund; father, Onnie Gulley; four children, Ryan Sadler, Carrie Sadler, Holly Adams, and Clay Adams and wife Sherry; grandchildren, Gentry Adams and fiancée Lauren Johnson, Alexis Runkle and Brendan Scott, Asher Adams, and Levi Adams; great-grandchildren, Langston Adams and Koehn Burns; two sisters, Vickie Hagerman and Debbie Gulley; two brothers, James Gulley and Kevin Gulley; and a host of family and friends.
He was preceded in death, and we trust he is reunited with his mother, Julia Wood, stepfather, Woody Wood, and brother, Mike Wood.

A memorial visitation will be from 11 am – 1 pm, Saturday, November 28, 2020 at Traders Church,212 S Joplin Ave, Joplin, MO 64801, masks are required. In Memory of Dale, the family suggests donating in his name to the Missouri Department of Conservation or Roaring River State Park, in care of Greenlawn Funeral Home South.

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You have been missed every day since you left us. Our family here at 4 State Trucks is definitely saddened without you. Thank you for always sharing pictures and stories about your grandkids. It was evident you were a very proud grandpa. Bonita was very loved. You talked about her a lot and never missed an opportunity to tell me what yummy dinner she made for you the night before so you could have the leftovers for lunch. Thank you for being my friend.

My sincere sympathy to Dales family and friends. Dale was born to Julia and Onnie Gulley, but was raised by Julias parents Eva and Carl Bocklund. As a young child, Dale was adopted by his grandparents--thus the name Bocklund. He joined 10 brothers and sisters, only 3 still living at home. Dales grandmother passed away from a heart attack when he was 12 years old . Julias oldest sister , Doris Hughes and her husband became custodians for Dale at this time. When Dale was 16 to 18 years old he went to live with Julia in Texas. Dale continued to stay in touch with some of Julias family, as well as his father, and fathers family. The parenthood of Carl and Eva instilled in Dale the importance of family and working. As far as I know, Dale was a good person, never in trouble, never a problem child. He called my mother, Pete 2 to 3 times a month and kept in touch with Rich Hughes. My mother will miss his calls and whats going on in Joplin!

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In memory of Dale Allen Bocklund, Holle Suskey lit a candle

Thoughts and prayers for the family!! So sorry for your loss!!

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

See you later Dale. Thanks for being nice to me.

I was blessed to work with Dale for 2 years. I will miss him walking by my office asking "what you eatin today lady". Thoughts and prayers for the family.

I have known Dale as a vendor, customer, co-worker, and most of all, a friend. We shared a lot of stories on our childhoods and I always enjoyed the help he provided in his knowledge and skills. I'll miss you, my Friend. It was a pleasure to have known you.

Dale you are my rock you kept me from going down a long dark road you are an amazing man I will miss you dearly I know I can always look to the sky and talk to you give heaven some hell till I get there buddy

In tribute to Dale Allen Bocklund who was a very kind and loving person. Loved by so many. You are deservingly in Heaven with your Heavenly Father, Rest In Peace ?♥️

In memory of Dale Allen Bocklund, Amber Gulley Quitno lit a candle

Thoughts and prayers to the family of this wonderful man! I have worked with him for many years. We would share stories about our Spouses, children and especially grandchildren. He was very dear to my heart and will be missed greatly!

JR and I wish to convey our deepest sympathy. Our prayers are with you.

My family and I wish to extend our sympathies to Dale's family, he was a great man and friend to all.

I worked for Dale for many years. He was a very kind soul and always had so much pride in his family. My day got a little better everytime I saw his face. I will miss him dearly.

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