DALE YEO

Condolences & Memories (21 entries)

• Our family was deeply saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Dale. He and Rose were close friends of our parents engaging in many social events together. As a member of the Lions Club, Dale was instrumental in getting our dad a motorized scooter when he was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Dale and mom attended school board meetings in Grandview, often travelling together. As a colleague in the school board, mom had tremendous respect for Dale and his vision for education for the students in Roblin and district. Dale was either a teacher or an administrator for the five us at Goose Lake High where he left a lasting impression on each of us. He was a man who earned a great deal of respect but gave out even more to everyone he encountered. Our condolences to the Yeo family. Roblin has lost a legend. Connie, Barb, Cam, Tanis, Kelly, and Tracey Keast - Posted by: The C. Keast Family (Friends/Former Students) on: Dec 20, 2022

• Mr. Yeo was just the nicest man and a great teacher. He and Mrs. Yeo were good friends of Mom and Dad for decades. Mr. Yeo helped Dad in so many ways after Mom passed away. Dropping by for visits, helping take the recycling downtown, helping with Dad's garage sale when the house was sold - I probably don't know the half of it. How many other people did he help like that, wherever he went? My condolences to the whole family on your loss. Dad passes his thoughts and prayers to you as well. He counted Dale as a dear friend and colleague. - Posted by: Eric Friesen (Student) on: Dec 19, 2022

• Our family was deeply saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Dale. He and Rose were close friends of our parents engaging in many social events together. As a member of the Lions Club, Dale was instrumental in getting our dad a motorized scooter when he was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Dale and mom attended school board meetings in Grandview, often travelling together. As a colleague in the school board, mom had tremendous respect for Dale and his vision for education for students in Roblin and district. Dale was either a teacher or an administrator for the five us at Goose Lake High where he left a lasting impression on each of us. He was a man who earned a great deal of respect but gave out even more to everyone he encountered. Our condolences to the Yeo family. Roblin has lost a legend. Connie, Barb, Cam, Tanis, Kelly, and Tracey Keast - Posted by: Connie, Barb, Cam, Tanis, Kelly, and Tracey Keast (Friends of the family and former students) on: Dec 19, 2022

• I was so sad to hear the passing of Mr. Yeo. He was a huge part in our lives as parents were friends with the yeos. Mr Yeo and I always had our Bomber/Rider rivalry. He read my brothers eulogy at his memorial as I couldn't be there. English was always my favorite subject. I had the pleasure of having him for grade 9 English. He ways expected a lot from me. When I leave the house saying me and.. are going downtown He was quick to call me back to correct sentence. Once I purposely messed up one word on a spelling test and it landed me I special Ed for a month. Mr Yeo was like a grandfather to my kids as well. He would often stop by to hold them. His daughter Donna had a kid that was the same age as my daughter so often they would have play dates. The memories go on and on. Thanks Mr. Yeo for everything. You will truly be missed. Condolences to all his children and grandbabies. Hugs for all! Kanene Mutch - Posted by: Kanene Mutch (Student, friend) on: Dec 17, 2022

• Shocked to hear Dale passed away, too healthy and too young, Dale was the vice principal at Goose Lake high school, first met Dale in 1970, my first job, Dale was always friendly and supportive, became good friends for a lifetime, our condolences to the family, Dale served humanity very well, a rest well deserved... - Posted by: Inky Mark (Former teacher colleague ) on: Dec 17, 2022

• What an amazing human being Dale was. He will be greatly missed. Our family was deeply affected by the news of Mr. Yeo’s passing, It was just thirteen days ago that Dale delivered the most beautiful eulogy for Dad’s funeral service. We have so many good memories of Dale and the family during our time in Roblin. David, Douglas, Robert, Allen, and Donna please know that we are thinking about you and your families. Take care and God bless. - Posted by: Bev Patenaude (Kirychuk) (Friend of Family) on: Dec 17, 2022

• Denise and I would like to pass on our condolences to David, Douglas, Robert, Donna, Allen and all their families. They were truly blessed to have such a wonderful man as a role model, sounding board, mentor, and of course father. Dale (Mr.Yeo) was a wonderful, kind man who always treated us like family, we were just some of the strange baggage that David picked up in University. We were welcomed into their home and Mr. And Mrs. Yeo always were quick to tell us how proud they were of all their children and grand children. Unfortunately we can not make it to Dales celebration of life but our thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. - Posted by: James and Denise Morton (Friend) on: Dec 16, 2022

• I'm so sorry to hear of Dale's passing. He devoted his life to so many aspects of Roblin and was a walking encyclopedia of historical knowledge. I was fortunate to be his student teacher in the early 90's at Goose Lake High. I learned much from Dale and found him to be the epitome of what a teacher should be like. Best wishes to his children and loved ones in this time of sorrow. Take care. - Posted by: Kirk Wilson (Friend/Student Teacher) on: Dec 16, 2022

• To the entire Yeo family My sincere sympathy to all on Dale’s passing. He was indeed a special Person and a credit to all who knew him - Posted by: Cathy Evans (Town dweller) on: Dec 16, 2022

• Sending deepest sympathies to David and family. May your memories and the many stories you've shared with friends and colleagues over the years continue to bring you joy, as well as comfort, at this very difficult time. Thinking of you. - Posted by: Rhonda Shaw (Friend and colleague of David.) on: Dec 16, 2022

• Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Hoping that the support of loved ones brings you comfort during this sad time. - Posted by: Ken (Sally) STOLARCHUK (Friend of the family and former neighbour) on: Dec 16, 2022

• I was so very sorry to hear of Mr. Yeo’s passing. He was such an inspiration to so many and such a dedicated friend to my Dad, Bill Dayson. He visited daily when he was so sick. He will truly be missed by so many people. Cherish your memories. God’s blessings to you all. Vernelle - Posted by: Vernelle Mirosh (Former student) on: Dec 15, 2022

• I do remember "Mr. Yeo", who in his first year of teaching taught me English when I was in grade 10. One of my favourite memories was his first day, when our class wondered who the "kid in the suit" was when he opened the door. He soon told us who he was, and left us in no doubt that he was in charge. Over the years, I came to know him as a friend of my father's and a frequent coffee drinker at the 50 and Over Club. I also remember his eulogy for Dad (Allan Martin) and what a wonderful tribute it was. My sympathy to you all. I know you will miss him greatly. - Posted by: Janice Hopkins (former student) on: Dec 15, 2022

• What I say to you will not be a big surprise, Mr. Yeo was the most amazing teacher and person. He established in many of us as his students a work ethic and a love for learning which many of us, myself included, did not have before. Mr. Yeo always had time to listen and talk to you and make you feel you were important. I remember sitting around our kitchen table after our father passed away with him and our family as he prepared to write Dad’s eulogy. He showed us such compassion while at the same time drawing from us all the good times we had with our parents. I remember seeing him walk to coffee time at the drop-in centre in Roblin cleaning up the streets as he went along. The world has lost a tremendous individual, To your family I express my deepest sympathy, we grieve with you. - Posted by: Lynne Stewart (Martin) (Former student and friend) on: Dec 15, 2022

• Our deepest sympathy to the Yeo family. He was a true gentleman, professional and a friend to all who knew him. - Posted by: Jack and Susan Boyko (Teacher friends) on: Dec 15, 2022

• So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. I was at a gathering on Saturday when we learned the sad news. Several of us were former students of your Dad’s and I can tell you that a few eyes teared up and then the “Remember whens…” started. So sorry for your loss. We called him Dale now but he will always be “Mr. Yeo”, a loved and respected gentleman. - Posted by: Mary Keast (Friend/Former Student ) on: Dec 15, 2022

• My condolences to Dale’s family. Dale was a wonderful person and teacher. He was a dedicated member of the Roblin community and well known to many. - Posted by: Angela Pound (Friend ) on: Dec 15, 2022

• Dale Yeo was one of dearest friends. I first met Dale when I accepted a teaching poistion at Roblin collegiate in 1961. He was not just a great teacher he was an integral part of the Roblin community. he will be sorely missed. - Posted by: JIM MACDONALD (Friend) on: Dec 15, 2022

• I am friend of the family. I grew up as neighbors with Mr. Yeo and his kids. It was an immense privilege to have known him and his family and I treasure the memories I have with him. I found him to be a compassionate, humble, and loving father who will be remembered along his loving wife who passed away a couple of years ago. Their spirits will live on in their kids and for generations to come Sam - Posted by: Sam Patil (Friend ) on: Dec 15, 2022

• Very sorry to hear of the passing of Dale. I have many good memories of my days at Goose Lake High School with Dale as the vice-principal. And also of him as the dedicated Dad of the Yeo clan, as I hung out with Robert in those times, and later on with Douglas in Ottawa. My family's condolences to all of the Yeo family. - Posted by: Robert Kozak (Friend of the family) on: Dec 15, 2022

• Dear Donna, Curtis and family We are very sorry to hear of your Dad 's passing. Our sincere condolences to you all. May he rest in peace 🙏🙏 - Posted by: Ron and Linda Halldorson (Friends ) on: Dec 15, 2022