Agnes Juliet Dale, 95, of Fertile, MN, died on Tuesday, April 7, 2015, at the Riverview Hospital, Crookston, MN. She was born on December 6, 1919, to Oscar and Anna (Seim) Moen at Fertile, MN. She grew up in Fertile, graduating from the Fertile High School in 1937. Following her schooling, Agnes worked in Crookston, MN, for Ottertail Power as a receptionist and posting clerk prior to working the in the Accounting Department.
Agnes was united in marriage to Harry Dale on October 11, 1947, at Concordia Lutheran Church, Fertile. They lived on the Dale home farm East of Fertile. Playing the piano and organ for church services at Little Norway Lutheran Church for over 25 years was an act of love for Agnes. Over the years, she accompanied many soloist and choirs, including the Odin Male Chorus. Agnes was busy at home as a farmer's wife and in the church Women's groups. Harry and Agnes joined Maple Bay Free Lutheran Church, at Maple Bay, MN, in the early 1990's. In 1999, Harry's kidneys failed and he went on dialysis, with Agnes providing his care until he entered the Fair Meadow Nursing Home in 2001. Harry died on July 2, 2003. Agnes entered the Fair Meadow Nursing Home on February 21, 2014.
Agnes was a proper lady who enjoyed visiting with friends and family. She enjoyed reading and Bible studies, as well as playing the piano to relax. Working on embroidery projects gave her a sense of accomplishment. Agnes loved animals, especially cats and dogs.
Agnes is survived by many nephews, nieces, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one brother, Lloyd and one sister, Mildred Zerbin.
Funeral services will be held at Maple Bay Free Lutheran Church, Maple Bay, MN, on Friday, April 10, 2015, at 11 AM.
Visitation will be one hour before the service in the church.
Burial will be in the Little Norway Lutheran Cemetery, Fertile, MN.