Dale Halter

Dale Frederick Halter, 77, of Chicago’s Lincoln Square, Golden Apple Award winning teacher, passed away gently at home July 8, 2026.

Born in Oak Park and raised in River Forest, Dale graduated from Walther Lutheran High School (now Walther Christian Academy) in Melrose Park. He earned his Bachelor’s in Education from Concordia University in River Forest and his Master’s of Education from National Louis University.

Dale taught elementary education at Zion Lutheran Church (where he was also the principal), Pilgrim Lutheran Church and School in Ravenswood, and finally for various schools in Des Plaines, District 62. He retired at the age of 64.

Dale enjoyed watching sports and Jeopardy, reading Nero Wolfe mysteries, crossword puzzles, board games, bridge, and a good, vigorous discussion. All his life Dale loved to make the people around him laugh, whether performing improv or telling jokes and stories. He was very sweet and caring.

Beloved husband and best friend of 51 years to Beata Jean Halter (nee Meyermann); loving father of Jacob (Fawn Boston) Halter of Tiffin, IA and Andrew (Julia) Halter of Chicago; proud grandfather (“Grandpa Halter”) of Veronica Grace Boston-Halter and Miles Frederick Boston-Halter. Dear brother of Matt Halter of San Francisco, CA, Tim (Karen) Halter of Maywood, IL, Claire (Terry) Morton of Bloomingdale, IL, and Amy Raley of Lafayette, IN. Uncle, cousin, and friend of many.

Son of the late Dr. Carl Ferderick Halter and Miriam Editha Halter (nee Luecke).

The family has chosen a private cremation. Memorial service: Sunday, July 19 at Pilgrim Lutheran Church and School, 4300 N. Winchester, Chicago, 60625. Visitation at 2:00 pm with a worship service at 3:00 pm. A small reception will follow the service.

Memorial donations may be made to the David Maring Endowment Fund at Pilgrim Lutheran Church: https://secure.myvanco.com/YKGD/campaign/C-YX74. Arrangements by Inclusive Funeral Care, 773-318-1305 or www.InclusiveFuneralCare.com.