Rodney Vale Obituary

Rodney LeRoy Vale, 85, of Edgerton, WI, passed away on July 20, 2025 at his home. Rodney was born on April 27, 1940 to the late Theodore and Emelia (Pirkel) Vale and was a brother to siblings: Norman, Betty, and Richard. He graduated from Edgerton High School in 1958. Rodney worked for over 30 years at General Motors in Janesville. Rodney married Hulda Rae Vale (deceased 12/04/2024). Rodney was an avid golfer and loved frequenting the Casino. He also loved the annual family vacation camping and golfing. Rodney was an attendee of Fulton Lutheran Church in Fulton, WI. Rodney was a dedicated loving husband, Brother, Father and Grandfather who loved the outdoors and observing nature almost as much as he loved his family. He was the Head of our family and will be deeply missed.

Rodney is survived by his children: Craig Steven (Kimberly) Vale, Randy Scott (Kathy) Vale, Daniel Wayne (Karla) Vale, Julie (Rusty) Barr, Royal (Debbie) Vine, and Allen Vine. Rodney leaves behind a brother: Richard Vale, 9 Grandchildren and 12 Great Grandchildren. Rodney has been preceded in death by his parents, his wife Hulda, siblings: Norman Vale, Betty Vale; son: William Vine.

A private burial will be held at Fassett Cemetery. A Celebration of Life inviting everyone will be held at Lucy's Hideaway from 12PM to 3Pm on August 2nd, 2025.