Dale Eldon Pait, 87, of Salina, Oklahoma, passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2017 in Salina, Oklahoma. He was born on November 16, 1929 on a farm between Spavinaw and Salina; the son of Orville Pait and Lucy (Hall) Pait. Dale was a cattle rancher and enjoyed working his cattle and time in the outdoors. He also worked in construction operating a dozer. Dale loved his family and any time spent with each one. He leaves many memories for his family and friends to cherish. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 2 p.m. in the Shipman’s Funeral Chapel in Pryor, Oklahoma with Reverend Roger Wright officiating. Interment will follow in the Brian Chapel Cemetery in Boatman, Oklahoma. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday evening. To leave a personal message to his family, please see his Tribute Wall at www.shipmansfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Shipman’s Funeral & Cremation Service. Dale is survived by his brother, Mike and wife, Nancy Pait of Salina, OK; nephews and nieces; many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Orville and Lucy Pait; his wife, Hazel (Swearengin) Pait; and his brother, Jerry Pait.