Delwin Lee Hale, 87 years old gained his heavenly angel wings on Friday, September 8, 2023. Delwin was born November 12, 1935, in Crystal City, TX to Rannie and Raye Hale. He was the oldest of three boys. Delwin married Dorothy (Coleman) Hale Feb 16, 1957, and have two Children Ladonna and Charles.
Delwin and family were involved in the church and always lent a helping hand in the community. Delwin became the town mechanic and opened Hale Auto Service along with his wife Dorothy. He joined the Crystal City Volunteer Fire Department January 1956 and December 1979 was elected Fire Chief of the CCVFD where he received many certificates, awards and plaques throughout his time in the department. Chief received a plaque for 50 years of service Jan 2006 and later stepped down in 2008 being the Chief for 30 years. Delwin was well known as Chief in Crystal City and the department was a big part of the family. Delwin was very hard working and known for his caring heart and an admired gentleman in his community. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends fishing and playing card games. He was a leader and everyone that knew him loved him and learned from him. And you better put his tools back exactly the way you found them. He and Dorothy were always there to help anyone in need, they were the best of team and dancing together in Heaven again. Delwin is proceeded in death by his wife Dorothy, parents and one brother. He is survived by his brother Stuart Hale (Flo) of Montgomery, daughter Ladonna Carlock (Roy) of San Antonio, son Charles Hale (Pam) of Carrizo Springs, granddaughter Tasha Beckett (Jesse) of Pipe Creek, grandson Brandon Hale (Erin) of New Braunfels, granddaughter Ashley Dameron (Mark) of San Antonio, two great granddaughter Krislyn Rangel (Tyler), Kadence Beckett of Pipe Creek, great grandson Tanner Allen and great great grandson Rayner Rangel along with three Bonus granddaughters Roxie, Rhonda, Kristen and families as well as many nieces and nephews. A celebration service will be held Saturday, September 16, 2023 at the First Baptist Church in Carrizo Springs followed by burial at the Edgewood Cemetery in Crystal City. The pallbearers are Brandon Hale, Jesse Beckett, Mark Dameron, Kevin Coleman, Mike Hale and Terry Hale. Honorary pallbearers are Stuart Hale, Charles Hale and Perry Reed.