Dale Moon

Passed away on Friday, June 23, 2017 at Bronson Methodist Hospital. He was born on October 28, 1964 in Kalamazoo, the son of Donald 'Tod' and Beverly (Saxton) Moon. On May 27, 1989, Dale was married to Nancy M. Escamilla. He was employed by Kalamazoo Beer/West Side Beer for over 30 years, until he was most recently working for Moon Custom Painting. Dale was a great athlete. He began playing baseball at age 5. He continued his love of baseball, playing throughout his time in school and men's softball for many years until his shoulder prevented him from playing. Dale was an avid Detroit Tigers fan, enjoyed NCAA football, and was a longtime University of Michigan fan. He coached several of his 2 son's baseball, football and soccer teams. He also enjoyed golfing and was a dog lover. Dale had a great sense of humor and often played practical jokes on his family and friends. Dale was a devoted father and always put others first. His two greatest accomplishments were achieved when his sons were born. Surviving are his wife of 28 years: Nancy Moon; their two sons: Anthony (fiance Maegan Neal) Moon and Timothy Moon; mother and step-father: Beverly and George Moon; sister: Terri (fiance James Giovengo) Moon; father-in-law: Robert Escamilla; four brothers-in-law: Bob (Shirley), Jim (Brenda), David, and Paul (Peggy) Escamilla; sister-in-law: Laura (Dave) Phillips; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his father: Don Moon; mother-in-law: Shirley J. Escamilla and step-mother-in-law: Viola Escamilla. A memorial gathering and luncheon will be held from 4:00-6:00 PM on Tuesday, June 27, at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th Street. (Casual/athletic attire requested). In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to American Heart Association. Please visit Dale's personalized webpage for directions or to leave a condolence to his family at www.langelands.com.