Dale Joseph Kenniker, 60, of Dubuque, passed away peacefully at home with family and friends at his side on April 5, 2025.

No services will be held.

Dale was born February 22, 1965, in Dubuque, IA, the son of Kay and Jackie Kenniker.

He graduated Senior High School and soon became a mechanic and semi driver. He had a true passion for the road all of his life. He married Tina Block and they had three children. He enjoyed watching them grow, and his family was everything to him. In his free time, he enjoyed the casino and Shot Tower pizza. He loved making others laugh and would always try to scare those around him as a joke- BOO. He will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his mother, Jackie Kenniker; two brothers, David Kenniker and Dennis Kenniker; three children, Jacob (Amy) Kenniker, Joey (Jessica) Kenniker, and Steph Haupert; nine grandchildren; and four great-grand-children..

The family would like to extend a thank you to Hospice of Dubuque, Hills and Dale’s, and the Dubuque Fire Department for the great care. An extra special thank you Shuree for the laughter and company.

Your shift is over driver, you can rest easy now.

Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Crematory is in care of the arrangements.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences sent to the family by visiting Dale’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

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