Dale Allen Oursbourn

Dale Allen Oursbourn, son of the late Cecil Francis “Buck” Oursbourn and Nathalee Bernice (Hammock) Oursbourn, was born December 25, 1949 in Richland, Missouri, where he grew up and attended school. Dale was very athletic and loved playing baseball and basketball in school. He graduated from Richland High School in 1967. Dale was awarded a baseball scholarship and started college however, he was soon drafted into the military. Dale faithfully served his country in the US Army and received the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal, and the Vietnam Campaign Medal before being honorably discharged in 1971. After the service, Dale returned home to Richland. He began working at H.D. Lee until it’s closing; and for the next 28 years would work at Electrovert until his retirement. Dale was an excellent electrician and often found work wiring houses to supplement his income, along with cattle farming which was one thing Dale greatly enjoyed doing throughout his entire life. Dale enjoyed bowling when he was younger, and some say he was so good that he could have went on the circuit. However, being outdoors whether working on lawn mowers, fishing, or coon hunting, which was Dale’s most favorite thing to do with his co-workers, friends, and family was what he enjoyed doing the most. Dale met Patricia Kay Lawson and the two married on June 28, 1998, in Richland, Missouri. They enjoyed over 26 years of making lasting memories together with their family by their side. Dale loved his family and always looked forward to being surrounded by his children, and grandchildren. The pitter patter of little feet brought immense joy, and lots of laughter and fun to him when they came. They were his treasures in life. Dale also suffered from life’s trials and tribulations as many do, but he always found strength to make it through the difficult days that awaited him with the love and support of his family and friends by his side. On the morning of Tuesday, February 4, 2025, after a long illness Dale passed away at his home with his family by his side having attained the age of 75. Dale will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all those that knew and loved him. Dale is survived by his loving wife, Pat Oursbourn of the home; two sons, Justin Oursbourn (Brynna) and John Curtis Oursbourn all of Richland, MO; Kenneth Cooley (Ashley) and Robert Cooley all of Lebanon, MO; 8 grandchildren, Aiden, Karliah, Addalynn, Sarina, Emily, Colton, Nicholas, and Kaitlyn; two brothers, Doug Oursbourn (Wilma) of Richland, MO, and Dennis Oursbourn (Georgia) of Richland, MO; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. In addition to his parents, Dale was preceded in death by one beloved grandson, Christopher Oursbourn. Services were held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 8, 2025, in the Memorial Chapel of Richland with Pastor David Douglas officiating. Recorded music selections included, “The Dance,” “Fishing In the Sky,” “One Day At A Time,” and “Go Rest High On That Mountain.” Serving as escorts were John Curtis Oursbourn, Justin Oursbourn, Kenny Cooley, John Quesenberry, Dominique Pemberton, Robert Wall, and Eric Oursbourn. Burial with military honors followed in the Beulah Cemetery near Richland, Missouri. Services were under the care and direction of Memorial Chapel of Richland. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested in memory of Dale Allen Oursbourn and may be left at the Memorial Chapel of Richland. Online condolences can be sent at www.memorialchapelsandcrematory.com.

Dale Allen Oursbourn

December 25, 1949 - February 4, 2025