Name: Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home & Cemetery
Address: Lincoln, NE

I am really saddened for his life being lost but I am also thinking what he did for his patients. To this day I am certain I would have never received a liver from the med center without his intervention. I am still alive thanks in a big way to Dr. Dahlke. The first call I made after waking up was to his office, I regret now only having gotten to talk with his nurse. She was as happy as I think doctor was when she told him. Bryan Allen

I was so saddened to hear of the tragic loss of Dr. Dalke. Dr. Dalke helped me for years, he was a genuine, caring man. You all should be so proud of your Husband, Father, Uncle, Co-Worker, Friend, etc. He had a way to make you feel calm when going in for appointments. With my deepest Sympathy and keeping you all in my prayers. Judy Bunner, Grand Island, Ne.

Family and professionals have my deepest sympathy.  He was my doctor and he took wonderful care of me for 16 years.  I already miss him so much.  I just hope the doctor they have reassigned to me will be half the doctor he was.  God bless and keep you all.  Penny Hilton

I was saddened to hear about Doug's tragic death from fellow fraternity member, Andy Benton. Karen, my heart any prayers go out to you and your family in this time of grief. I remember how hard he both worked and played when I last saw him in the late 70s. His spirit lives on.

My sincere sympathy on your loss. 
Susan MacQuiddy

My deepest heartfelt love and sympathies to Karen and the Dalke family.  I was devastated when I read of his passing.  He was, and is, a uniquely precious man, one in a million. In the past, I have unashamedly told others that I loved Doug Dalke, because of the  wonderful, loving care he gave me and my loved ones over the years. My prayers for the family are that Our Lord Jesus will enfold you in His Great Arms and Robes, and will love and comfort you each day. Be assured, we will see Doug again; 1st Thess 4:13 & 14

I am so saddened to hear of the death of Dr. Dalke.  I worked at a local hospital for 25 years. I remember him as a caring, competent doctor. May you be comforted in your grief by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Our deepest sympathy goes to Karen and family at this difficult time.  We are keeping you all in our thoughts, and we pray that your beautiful memories and the support of family and friends will bring you peace.

Dearest Dalke Family,
Our family has known Dr. Doug for many years.  As a friend growing up in the Beatrice area, as a wonderful physician who cared for many of our family members and as an avid Husker football fan. Our family sat next to Doug in Memorial Stadium for many, many years. Our sons also thought the world of Doug and always enjoyed visiting with him at home games. Doug was one of those truly special individuals that touched hearts with his kindness, wisdom and humor. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you. 
Lowell & Nancy Sedlacek and family

Dear Jan,
I just heard about Doug's passing and this hits hard and I pray for you during this stunning time of loss.

We extend our deepest sympathies to Karen and family. Our son Sam and Nick were buds in early elementary yrs. When Greg coached soccer the Dalkes were great supporters. Yrs later he became Greg's doctor. Brilliant and amazing physician with a smile, gentleness and great bedside manner. Thank you Karen for sharing him with the Lincoln Community and us. Greg and Shirley Clayton and family

Our love is sent to all the Dalke family.

As a nurse in the Lincoln community for many years I always enjoyed working with Dr. Dalke. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word. He will be greatly missed by his patients and the Lincoln medical community. My prayers go out to his family , friends, and colleagues.

To the Dalke Family:
    My name is Shirley Scheffert. Dr. Dalke was my Gastroenterologist for a number of years. He was a kind, efficient Dr. My husband and I were saddened to hear about his untimely passing. Our Prayers are with all of you during your time of grief   Ernest & Shirley Scheffert.

I had the privlege of assisting Dr. Dalke with procedures in the GI Lab for the past 24 yrs. He had a brilliant mind and was an amazing physician. At the same time he could make me laugh or roll my eyes with his unique sense of humor. He will be greatly missed. My heartfelt sympathy to his family.

Doug Dahlke was one of the kindest physicians I've known. He was instrumental in diagnosing my sister in law with pancreatic cancer last year and knew my husband in college. He spent his life's work trying to help those especially with alcoholic liver disease. Always even tempered and kind to whoever he met. He will certainly be missed. So honored to have had the privilege to work with him and know him. We send our sincere thoughts of love and comfort to his wife, family and colleges. How tragic and terrible his loss is.

To the Dalke family,

I just returned from Doug's funeral service.  I feel so fortunate to have known him for the past 28 years and blessed that I was able to hear ALL the wonderful words that were shared this morning.  He was truly "one of a kind".

All of us at Capital Medical Clinic send our condolences.  I remember when I first met him during his fellowship working in the Liver Study Unit at VAMC in Omaha and feeling relief moving to Lincoln 18 years ago to find his friendly face.  He will be missed, but his spirit will not be gone.   Thoughts and prayers to you all.

I am stunned to hear about Doig's death.  Doug and I shared our passion for road biking just a couple of weeks ago. My heart goes out to his entire family.  What a terrific person on so many levels & good cyclist.

Dear Jan and Family
Sending my deepest condolences and offering prayers of comfort as you gather in his memory.  His light will continue to shine beyond the natural earth and will watch over you in peace.  With my deepest sympathy.

Doug, You were an amazing teacher and a kind and thoughtful man! I met you in the first years of your internship and remember how hard you had to work through your resident and fellowship training. The hours were long and stressful but you were always a positive force. I have had the honor of working with you in your practice in Lincoln in the ICU! You have special place in so many hearts and will be so missed!

Doug Dalke....Being a Doctor was one of your gifts. You were a person who loved life and your family! The people of Nebraska will miss your talent as an MD as well as a friend. Loved working with you and so appreciate all that you taught me.

I had the opportunity to know Dr. Dalke through my work at one of Lincoln's hospitals. He was a brilliant and compassionate physician. He will be missed by so many. My sincere sympathy to his family and to his "family" at GI Specialities. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Karen and family,

I was shocked to hear the news Monday night that was confirmed on Tuesday as the story unfolded of Doug's accident. My heart felt squeezed to the point of pain that took my breath away. Numb, anger, sorrow, sadness, hurt, words can't express the feelings of sorry I have for you and our loss.

Doug was my awesome doctor for 17 years. He treated and helped me manage my Crohn's the whole time I've been in Lincoln. He was a referral from a colleague and classmate of his who was treating me in Colorado. I would miss Dr. John Sabel when I left and told him he could not be replaced. But when he connected me with his friend Doug, I could have not gotten a better choice. He was an extremely gentle kind doctor who always listened to his patients and allowed them to make the final decision regarding their care. He honored patients' rights and loved his work. A man whom I felt very comfortable and confident with and I admired his professional quality of care. We are the same age and also shared many similar likes together during my visits. We both love to bike and have been sharing stories of trail rides we've done. When my daughter was diagnosed with Crohn's three years ago. Doug was the only doctor I wanted for her. No one else was good enough for her care, it had to be Doug. Again, Doug's gentleness and acceptance of seeing my daughter, put family first. He made time for her in his busy schedule at the last minute and took the time to ease our concerns and start treatment. He also felt my pain when I told him at our last visit the passing of my parents earlier this year. Again he stopped to listen and I truly believe he felt my struggle and pain. We shared a tear or two and parted with a strong handshake that went to the soul. I will truly miss him and my heart and prayers go out to the family. He was the best. The city of Lincoln and the state of Nebraska has lost a genuine caregiver, a true gentle giant.

It's my prayer for you, your family and friends to find comfort in each others hugs and with the biggest of all hugs and that's with our savior Jesus Christ. He cares, He's there to heal the heart. Never let go. And hold on to the joyful memories of Doug in your hearts forever. 

Until that wonderful day we can all be together again may God richly bless you through Doug's legacy in how to genuinely care for others.

Patient and friend

My deepest sympathies to Dr. Dalke's entire family.  I have been a patient of his for 17 years and he will be greatly missed.  He truly cared and took the time to listen about my health.  He was a GREAT man!  I am very saddened by his death.  My prayers are with you.
Kathy Novacek (Seward, NE)

 We at North Lincoln Family Medical Center would like to express our deepest sympathy to the family of Dr. Dalke and GI Specialties.  He was an exceptional physician and will be greatly missed.   
Dr. Charles Kreshel and Staff

I used to work with Dr. Dalke at the Gastro clinic.  He will be greatly missed.  My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Jan, I am sitting at work and I can't stop thinking about your brother. Even though we just got to know each other I feel like I really know you and I am just so upset and I am sorry for your loss. Your brother sounds like the kind of physician that I wish I had. Thinking of you.  Roy

My sincere condolences to the Dalke family!  I had the honor of knowing Dr. Dalke and his family many years ago as I watched Matt, Nick, and Biz when they were young.  Throughout my time working for their family I had the honor of watching both Karen and Doug grow as parents!  Both of them loved and adored their children.  I am still stunned by the news of Dr. Dalke's death.  The Lincoln medical community has lost an amazing doctor.  My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family at this tragic time.  Hugs to all of you!!

Very saddened to learn of Doug's death.... you have our deepest sympathy.

Dear Jan,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,

I was so saddened to hear to your loss. I was an employee of Dr. Dalke's at Gastroenterology many years ago. I thought of him as a big-hearted, caring person and his patients adored him and staff enjoyed working for him. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Our sympathies and prayers to Dr. Dalke's family and staff as they cope with such a great loss.  I have been a patient of Dr. Dalke's for nearly twenty years, and he helped me so much.  I had an appointment with him that morning, and we were joking with each other about how much we've both changed since I first saw him nearly twenty years ago.  Kirsten and I feel blessed to have had the pleasure to see him one last time before he passed.  We will miss him and his smiling face.

Dear Jan,
Our sincere condolences to you and your family on the tragic loss of your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With deepest sympathy,
Bob and Roy (Winnipeg)

I just wanted to send my deepest condolences to the family, friends and co-workers of Dr. Dalke.  I was a patient for 25+ yrs and I will truly miss how kind and patient he was, never willing to give up until he found the answer.  He will be missed by many, keeping you all in my prayers.

Doug was a kind caring man and physician--he was a "rock" of the medical community. He and his family will never know how his patients appreciate him and his service to them. I can only believe he cared for his family and children in the same calm caring way--we will all miss him.

Scott Liggett

Friday, September 26, 2014
Dr. Dalke had taken care of my illness since 1994. I feels so heartbroken to hear this news. Dr. Dalke was such a kind, caring and compassionate doctor. My deepest sympathy to his family, friends, colleagues and all others whose lives had been touched by him.
Maria Vu, Lincoln, NE

My sympathy and prayersvto your family.  I had the pleasure of working with Dr Dalke at one of the local hospitals. He was always kind and respectful. He was knowledgeable and put his patients at ease. He was one of the best.

My deepest sympathy to the Dalke family. I remember when you lived across the street from my Grandma, Frances Murray and how very helpful the family was to her. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dr Dalke was my trusted physician for 20 years. His compassion , concern, patience and skill were ever present. I will miss him. I extend my condolences to his family, friends and office staff. He was a lovely, gentle man.

We are so very saddened for the loss of Dr. Dalke.  He was our physician for many years and always so thorough, kind and compassionate.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.  Sincerely, Gayle and Bruce Pierce

You all are in my prayers.  I am still stunned by the news.  I wish you all well in your recovery from your great loss.  Jeanne McCleery (formerly from Beatrice)

We are so very sorry for your loss.  Dr. Dalke treated my husband Tom and my Mother.  He was a very kind man.  Tom & Cheryl aing

We remain stunned in disbelief. Our deepest sympathy goes to Karen and family. The world has lost a great physician and father/husband as well as an incredible mind. You are all in our prayers.

Doug was a classmate and a friend.  I am so sorry for your loss.

There are no words. We are so very sorry. Thinking of you and your family constantly.

Winging prayers and thoughts to all the family at this sad, sad time.  
Kay E. Mazur

My deepest sympathies to Karen, Jan, Ruth and the Dalke family.  Doug was a wonderful, kind and funny man.  Words fail me, but know that you're in my prayers.
Mary Pogge
Iowa City, Iowa

My sincerest condolences to the Dalke family and to his professional family at Gastroenterology Specialties.  I was so sorry to hear the news. Dr. Dalke had been my doctor for so many years.  I will miss his gentle and thoughtful care.

Sending our deepest sympathy when words don't seem to be enough.

My sincere condolences to the family. I was a patient of Dr. Dalke for many years and he was an absolutely excellent physician who I had complete faith in and also considered him a friend. He was always so patient and kind and your loss will also be our loss and felt by so many. May time ease your pain and refresh the good memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

My parents were patients of Dr. Dalke - he was the one who first diagnosed my dad's cancer when no one else did.  He also did a procedure on my mother that other doctors could not do.  My dad is gone now but I wanted to express my thanks for his services for both my parents.  He was an amazing physician and a kind, caring man.  His family has my sincere sympathy.

My deepest condolences to the family.
I was a patient of Dr. Dalke, he was   always patient and kind. He was an excellent doctor and a good man. Take comfort in knowing he is with the Lord.
With warmest regards,
Joyce

Dear Dalke Family,
We have just heard news of your loss of Dr. Dalke.  
My husband has had the honor of Dr. Dalke's professional services for a couple of years, of which he has made so much effort to comfort my husband through his medical issues.  He was always kind, caring, and willing to spend the extra time my husband needed from him.
Know that your loss will also be ours, and we'll miss his kind heart.
May he Rest in Peace.
Thoughts and prayers your way to help comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Deb & Mike Marlar

OBITUARY

Dr. Douglas D. Dalke

16 September, 1957 – 22 September, 2014

Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home & Cemetery

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