Dale Castator

Dale Castator, 79, of Fort Wayne, went home to his Heavenly Father on September 12, 2021. Born on November 29, 1941, in Fort Wayne, he was a son of the late Delos D and Emerald (nee Shook) Castator. He proudly served his country in the Army Reserves, and was a member of Grace Brethren Church, Fort Wayne. He graduated from North Side High School, and received a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Supervision from Purdue University, and retired in 2005 from Foamex, during his working career, he also worked for International Harvestor, British Tire & Rubber Co, and Cooper Tire & Rubber. His hobbies included woodworking, crafting, and gardening. His priority was watching the grandchildren's sports, band, and loved playing games with them. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Barbara (nee Schweppe) Castator; daughter, Rene M (Jim) Kart, of Fort Wayne; sons, David B (Kristina) Castator, of Bluffton, and Douglas D (Barbara) Castator, of Garrett; grandchildren, Justin and Jordan (Mackenzie) Cook, Jerrica Kart, Nicholas, Madison, Ashton, Courtney, Kylie, and Trace Castator; step-grandson, Jacob (Erin) Kart; step-granddaughter, Jill (Chris) Corryn; as well as seven great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be 10:00am, Friday, September 24, 2021, at D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road, Fort Wayne, with calling one hour prior, Rev. Robert Arenobine, officiating. Calling will also be held from 5 to 8 pm, Thursday, September, 23, 2021, at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Fort Wayne. Memorial donations may be given to Grace Brethren Church, Fort Wayne.