Deward Dale Tabor Obituary (1953

Deward Dale Tabor, age 70, passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2023 at his home in London. He leaves behind a faithful wife, Brenda Faye Lockaby and three children, Kassie (Billy) of Leland, NC, Gary (Tina) of East Bernstadt and Larry (Heather) of London, He leaves behind seven grandchildren, Kaellie, Chelsy, Larry Peyton (LJ), Emma, Elizabeth, Ayden and Liam. He leaves behind five siblings, Ollie Depew, Juanita Vaughn, Faye (Marty) Morelli, Phyllis (Leonard) Addair, Randal (Frances) and Donnie (Faith) as well as two sisters in laws Gertrude Carlton and Linda Tabor. Dale leaves behind countless nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cleamous (Slim) and Mae Elizabeth Tabor and four brothers, Harvey Baker, Perry Carlton, Harold and Robert. Dale started his life as a lifelong truck driver at a young age. He dedicated his life to perfecting his craft and caring for his farm and family. His career often took him on adventures all over American, he was able to visit 25 states before his passing, but KY was the only state he called home. As a young man Dale was a horse and motorcycle riding enthusiast. He eventually gave up riding horses, but he could be found riding and working on his motorcycles up until his death. He was a versatile and successful businessman who loved to help others and pass on his knowledge to not only his children but many others who were willing to learn. Dale loved the early morning hours and often used the sunrise as his time of daily reflections. Dale never met a stranger and would often spend his free time visiting with family and friends new and old. In his passing he leaves behind many legacies and will be remembered by everyone who knew him. Funeral services for Deward Dale Tabor will be held on Monday, September 4, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of House-Rawlings Funeral Home with Darrell Coffey officiating. Burial will follow Swiss Colony Cemetery in London, Kentucky. The family will receive friends on Sunday, September 3, 2023 beginning at 6:00 p.m. also at the funeral home. The family has entrusted House-Rawlings Funeral Home with the arrangements.