Dale Singleton

Seneca, South Carolina/Bethel, Dale Craig Singleton, age 79, passed away suddenly at Oconee Medical Hospital. He was married to his wife, Eva Nell Henson Singleton for 59 years. Dale was the son of the late James Guy and Lois Rogers Singleton. He was also preceded in death by four brothers, Bruce, Roger, Donald and Gary Singleton. He was an incredible provider for his family. He was a proud and loving father, father-in-law, papaw, and Poppa Dale to many. Dale was a kind, generous man who never met a stranger. He was happiest when he was helping others. He held many titles/positions Shoe Salesman, "LD", Real Estate Investor, and he retired after 40 years of employment from Champion International Paper. Dale built two beautiful lake homes from pine trees he planted when he and Eva Nell were dating. He planted them on his father-in-laws 60 acre mountain property (which he later purchased). He had the pines cut and milled. The first home was built on Lake Chatuge in Hiawassee, Georgia. He enjoyed the home as a second/vacation home while still employed. Just prior to retiring, he built their retirement home on Lake Keowee, in Seneca, South Carolina. The home is constructed completed of white pine including the log exterior, walls, floors, and ceilings. It is absolutely as beautiful as Dale had dreamed and envisioned. Dale had big dreams and visions and he was able to allow others to see those visions. He could literally sell anything to anyone. Dale had a gift for seeing the best in people, property and things. Everything for its highest and best use, even people. He had a unique way of helping others to see this in themselves. He rarely told you to your face but he was always bragging about someone or something in other people. He loved playing cards and board games with his family. He loved competition. He loved boating and fishing, hunting, "trading", playing golf, and always wanting to win. He could always appreciate a beautiful sunrise and sunset, a fresh cut lawn and beautiful flowers. He loved his family, friends and loved telling stories. In addition to his wife, Eva Nell, Dale is survived by his son, Marty Guy Singleton, of Paris, Tennessee; two daughters, Dinah Dale Singleton and Kim Singleton Murphy, both of Savannah, Georgia; two brothers, Dean Singleton, of Clyde, North Carolina and Steve Singleton, of Canton, North Carolina; one sister, Cleta Singleton Franklin, of Waynesville, North Carolina; six grandchildren; loving sisters-in-law; brothers-in-law; nieces, nephews and many, many friends. If you met Dale the words on this page cannot compare to the personal experience you encountered with him. He was absolutely a one-of-a-kind guy and he will be greatly missed by all. He will always remain in our hearts as we continue caring for others appreciating and celebrating his wonderful life. A visitation will be held from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 21, 2016 at Wells Events & Reception Center. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 22, 2016 in the Waynesville Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with Reverend Jack Holland officiating.

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