It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dale Wessel, who passed away on Wednesday, March 4th, 2026, at the age of 41. Dale was born on Monday, October 22nd, 1984, in Salem, Illinois. He is the son of Dale Richard Wessel and Lori (Stanton) Fearing, and they survive.
Dale married Shana Lane on April 19, 2017, and they later divorced.
He is also survived by his treasured daughters, Jera and Dani Wessel, of Centralia, who were his pride and joy. He will be dearly missed by his parents, Dale R. Wessel and wife Jodi of Carlyle, and Lori Fearing of Centralia, sisters: Melissa Wessel of Salem and Melinda Wessel of Centralia, as well as his brothers: Dustin Wessel of New Baden and Dylan Wessel of Carlyle. Dale’s memory will also be lovingly cherished by his nieces and nephews, Sean, Makaylah, Zachary, Andrew, David, Dallas, Lucas, and Waylon; his great-niece and nephew, Aurora and Jaxxon; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Dale was preceded in death by his sister, Danielle Wessel, grandparents: Shirley and Arnie Wessel, and Norma and Mark Stanton, as well as his Uncle, Ricky Wessel, and Aunt, Tammy Gentz, who now welcome him into Heaven.
For 21 years, Dale was a dedicated and valued cook at the Downtown Lounge, where he made lasting friendships and shared countless memories. He was known for his love of video gaming, fishing, and, in his younger years, skateboarding.
A memorial service to honor Dale’s life will be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 11 a.m. at the Life Church in Carlyle, IL. Friends and family are invited to gather for a visitation beforehand, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the church, to share memories. He will be laid to rest near his sister, Danielle, at the Carlyle Township Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to help support Dale’s beloved family during this difficult time and will be accepted at the Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home located at 235 North Sycamore Street, Centralia, Illinois 62801, (618)532-3523, who is honored to be of service to Dale’s Family. Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.sutherlandfuneralhome.com and the Funeral Home Facebook page. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Dale Wessel, please visit our Sympathy Store.
