Service Information
Dale E. Heins, age 70, of Glencoe, passed away Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at his home in Glencoe, Minnesota.
Memorial Service will be held Monday, March 28, 2022, 11:00 A.M. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, with a private family interment at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in Hewitt, Minnesota at a later date.
Gathering of Family & Friends will be held Sunday, March 27, 2022, from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday.
Arrangements are with the Johnson-McBride Funeral Chapel in Glencoe.
Obituary
Dale Edward Heins, 70, was born on April 15th, 1951, in Rochester, MN to Norma (Bushman) & Clayton Heins. He was the oldest of six children and could often be found at the farm with his Uncle Howard and Aunt Marion Heins. Dale took care of life on the farm while his dad worked driving truck and first got the opportunity to participate in Football and Wrestling his junior year of high school at Plainview High. He quickly succeeded and after graduation moved on to Wrestle at Concordia St. Paul.
On February 6, 1970, he was united in marriage to Janis M. Piepkorn in Plainview, Minnesota. The two of them most recently celebrated 52 years of marriage. Dale and Jani settled near Hewitt, MN and spent 34 years raising their family on the farm, Heins Polled Herefords. They welcomed Bobbi on June 14th, 1971, and she quickly had her dad wrapped around her finger, to which she still did today. Bobbi and her dad had the neatest relationship, she was one of the few who he always listened to, and often is referred to as “the favorite.” Tony was born on August 5th, 1972, and quickly took after his dad in many ways, the two of them enjoyed conversations about football, wrestling, cattle, and life. Kent completed their family on January 24th, 1974, the two of them also bonded over football and wrestling, but mostly their passion for Hereford Cattle.
When Dale got promoted to Grandpa, we soon saw a new soft version of him. He particularly enjoyed treating the grandkids to things he would have said ‘no’ to his kids for. He was very proud to share with his friends what the grandkids were up to in sports, school, and their careers. None of the grandkids will be able to listen to Tom T. Hall’s “Old Dog’s & Children, and Watermelon Wine” without hearing it in grandpa’s voice.
Dale would tell many how “Great” he was when the first great-grandchild was born in 2014. He loved to listen about the naughty things the littles did and enjoyed watching them play with the toys his own children grew up with. Great-Grandpa made it to each one of their baptisms as that was very important to him.
Dale spent 17 years working for Mason Brothers Wholesale Grocery before working at Midwest Information Systems and most recently Unicel. In 2005, his career took him and Jani to Hayes, KS. Upon retirement in 2011, they decided to move closer to family and ended up in Gaylord, MN. As Dale’s health declined, the two of them decided to downsize and be closer to their church in Glencoe, MN.
Dale will be remembered by many for his passion of the Lord and his service to each church he was a member of. He had a knack for Hereford Cattle and in 2013 was inducted into the Minnesota Hereford Hall of Fame. He had an interest in History and he particularly enjoyed going to “cousins” once a month. Family gatherings were spent listening to stories and many, many, games of cards. When visiting with Dale, it was likely you would hear of the many sporting achievements made by his children and grandchildren as he was always following along in their events.
Dale went home with Jesus, surrounded by family at his home, on March 23rd, 2022, after a long road of health complications. “Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your Lord.” Matthew 25:23
Dale is survived by & will be missed by his wife, Janis; children, Bobbi (Brian) Downing, Tony (Tami) Heins, Kent (Michelle) Heins; grandchildren, Jordan & Drew Downing, Chris (Holly) Heins, Derrek (KyLee) Heins, Jaci (Preston) Cargo, Taylor (Karly) Heins, AJ & Clayton Heins, Sydney, Joe, Christian, & Bennett Heins; great-grandchildren, Jaelyn, Natalie, & Ryker Heins, Taten & Collin Heins, Karsyn & Davey Cargo, Hannah Heins; and siblings, Sharon (Doug) Craig, Diane Heins, Bonnie Schlough, Sara (Brad) Meyers.
He was preceded in death by his parents Clayton & Norma Heins and parents in-law Harold & Sophy Piepkorn.
John & Judy says
Our sincere sympathy to you Jani and your family. Will always remember Dale’s jovial laugh snd smile. May your memories give you comfort and peace at this time as your family gathers for Dale’s memorial service. Thinking of you all John and Judy Pokorney
Jim McIntire says
Janis, I was so sorry to hear about Dale. When you were living inGaylord my brother Don said, sometime when they were down at our place we were going to call you guys and get together for supper in Mantorville. I guess we waited to long, you have my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Jackie Schau says
So very sorry. Treasure the memories. Prayers for peace.
Barb Carruthers Caraway says
Great man that was loved by many. Served and Loved Jesus!
Sheila M. Beutler says
To Dale Heins Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Thanking God for your loved one’s life, and thinking of you with sympathy during this difficult time.
Sheila M. Beutler
Brian Werk says
My sympathies to your family. It’s been many years since I last spoke with Dale, but I enjoyed our time as our family’s showed cattle together back in the day. God’s Blessings to you.
Diane & Jerry Crabb says
So sorry to the family. We remember all of the days at the fair and our visits. Prayers to all. Miss seeing you guys
diane kay werk says
We are sad to hear of the loss of Dale. We have so many fun memories of our Hereford get togethers. May God heal your hearts quickly. Big Hugs!!
Jan Burt says
Jani and families….I was sooo sorry to hear of Dale’s passing… He was a special person to our family. We all loved him all of you in the “Good ole days of farming n kids showing cattle”. He was always so kind and caring and belief in God was strong. You will miss him I know!! Prayers and deepest sympathy to all of you and families.
Di jensen says
So sorry to hear of Dale’s passing! Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers!
Tim & Diane Jensen
Karen Schwantes Meinz says
I am so sorry to hear of Dale’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with Janus and rest of the family.
Mary Snorek says
We are very sad to hear of Dale’s passing. Our condolences to all the family!
Mary and Don Snorek
Herman Bushman says
Jani and families, sorry for your loss.I was looking to see all, but Covid doesn’t allow for that.Sorry
Diane Teigland says
So sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
Irene Jacob says
I just heard about the passing of my Plainview High School classmate and am so sad! However, he is now in a good place and on to another journey, I’m sure.!! Know that he is in my thoughts and prayers, as are his survivors and friends. Blessings to all of you as you begin to heal
Shirley Schwarze says
Dearest Jan, Holding you and your close knit family in prayer as you walk this path of sadness. Dale will be missed by many. His willingness to share his faith was a model for all of us. My last conversation was with him in church and as always has kind caring words for me. I am so sorry I was not able to attend his Celebration of Life today ,as I just returned from Montana and this morning learned of his passing. Praying your faith will comfort and support you in the days ahead. Dale is with His Savior and one day we shall all be together again. Blessed be all your sweet memories of Dale’s life well lived.
Kathy Mauser says
Jani and family,
I was saddened by the passing of Dale. I have such fond memories of Dale and our family reunions, and visiting you in Hewitt when I still lived in Minnesota. He will forever be held in my heart and he and you will be kept in my prayers. I wish we could have attended his funeral, but it was not meant to be. Sending our love from New Hampshire.
Rita Anderson says
So sorry for your loss. Love and prayers to the family
John Theisen says
Jani and family,
The news of Dale’s passing was sad and surprising. It must be very hard on you at this time. My hope for you and all of us is that the best memories of Dale replace healthy grief when appropriate in God’s eyes.