Title
Mr.
Last Name
Curtis
First Name
Dale
Middle Name
Allen
Maiden Name
Nick Name
Place of Birth
Dexter, ME
Date of Birth
1958-07-04
Place of Death
Exeter, ME
Date of Death
2026-02-06
Publication
BDN
Obituary
Exeter, Maine - Dale Allen Curtis, 67, went home to heaven peacefully on February 6, 2026, at home. He was born on July 4, 1958, in Dexter, the son of Floyd and Olivia (Giles) Curtis. Dale "tailgate" graduated from Dexter Regional High School, class of 1976. He was employed at Eastland Woolen Mill until they closed and then worked at Osram Sylvania in Bangor. Dale is survived by his wife of 49 years, Marilyn (Speed) Curtis; his son, Anthony Curtis and his wife, Ashley, of Exeter; his daughter, Jennifer Easler and her husband, Travis, of Parkman; and three grandchildren, Christian Easler, Emily Easler and Makenzie Curtis. Also surviving are his sister, Patricia Staples and her husband, Mylan, of Exeter; his brother, Paul Curtis and his wife, Laurel, of Dexter; along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. Dale was predeceased by his parents. Dale was very thankful for his sister, Patty Staples; and his cousin, Tim Giles. They took him to his dialysis appointments each week and he greatly appreciated their thoughtfulness. A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Exeter Full Gospel Church, 1741 Exeter Road, Exeter, Maine, with the Rev. Chris Faloon officiating. Relatives and friends are welcome to call from 12 p.m. until the time of service. All are invited to the church fellowship hall for conversation and refreshments following the service. Interment will be in the spring.Condolences to the family may be expressed at BrookingsSmith.com.