Dale M. Selbert

Dale M. Selbert, 64, of Wheatfield, NY, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2024, after a brief illness. Born on November 27, 1960 in Buffalo, NY, he was the beloved son of Mary Ann (Moore) Selbert and the late Ronald Selbert and the devoted husband of Tracy (Fritz) Selbert.

Dale graduated from Cheektowaga High School in 1978 and earned a degree in Criminal Justice from Erie Community College.  He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and the New York Air National Guard, 107th Air Wing, as an Aircraft Engine Technician. After 31 years of dedicated service, Dale retired as a Senior Master Sergeant, having participated in numerous deployments, including Operation Enduring Freedom.  

In his free time, Dale found joy in attending concerts, cheering for the Buffalo Bills, watching NASCAR, tending to his vegetable garden, fishing and hunting. 

In addition to his mother and his beloved wife, Tracy, Dale is survived by his children, Chad Selbert and Amanda (Nick) Gonnella; his cherished granddaughters, Raelynn, Eleanor and Adeline Gonnella; his siblings, Mark (Jenn King) Selbert, Jason (Shelley) Selbert and Christie (Craig) Falkowski and nieces and nephew, Jayson (Lisa) Selbert, Katlyn Kicak and Rachael Fritz.

Visitation for family and friends at the OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME AND NIAGARA COUNTY CREMATION CARE, 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (716-297-9007) will be on Wednesday, January 22nd, from 4-7 p.m.  In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to Make-A-Wish Western, NY, www.wish.org/newyork 

Dale’s family has entrusted his care to the Goodlander family.  Share condolences and memories at GOODLANDERCARES.com

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