Dale Nielson Koyle, 71, or better known as Crazy Cow and Santa passed away at home in Spanish Fork, Utah on December 3, 2025, from heart and kidney failure. Dale was born to LeRoy and Norma Koyle on April 21, 1954, in Payson, Utah.
He and his three siblings were raised in Spanish Fork, Utah whereas a young boy, he enjoyed helping his dad and mom with the chickens on the family farm on Canyon Road.
On New Year’s Eve in 1979, Dale was introduced to Charlene Youd, they were married on February 14, 1981, in Lake Shore, Utah. They were later sealed in the Provo, Utah temple on April 28th, 1984. Together they were blessed with four children and five grandkids.
He worked hard as a truck driver and was employed by Deseret Land and Livestock for many years. Throughout those years he drove over one million miles without any accidents. He enjoyed volunteering with the Spanish Fork Fire Department and Utah County Sheriff’s Office. After retirement he went on to work at Walker Funeral Home. He was well known throughout the community and was well liked and respected.
He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many callings. One of his favorite callings was having the opportunity to serve with Charlene as missionaries at Camp Koholowo.
Dale loved his grandkids. They were his pride and joy. He loved camping and traveling with his family. Whether it was on a cruise to Alaska, down to Las Vegas for the National Finals Rodeo or a Sunday drive up the canyon. He looked forward to the fishing trips with his buddies and shootin’ the breeze with friends and neighbors. Everyone knew Dale. You couldn’t go anywhere with him, without running into someone he knew.
Dale was one of a kind, he will be missed by so many.
He is survived by his wife Charlene; children: Kelli (Allan) Davis, Angela (Shaela) Mitchell, and Tyler (Kellie) Koyle; grandchildren: Bentlee and Stetson Davis, Macee Koyle, and Owen, and Evan Mitchell; siblings: Stanley (Sue) Koyle, Jay Golden (Kathleen) Koyle, and Judy Daybell; in-laws: Jay (Maryann) Youd, Kathy Hair, Linda Youd, and Steven (Konni) Youd
He was preceded in death by his son Michael Dale, father LeRoy Richard Koyle, mother Norma Nielson, stepfather Martin Reynolds, in-laws: Lynn and Beverly Youd, brothers-in-laws: Roger Youd, Duane Youd, Jay Hair, and Doug Daybell, and nephew Spencer Koyle.
Our family would like to thank Walker Funeral Home, the Doctors, Nurses and therapist at UVRMC, the staff at Advance Heath Care of Salem, Cascade Springs Hospice and the many friends, family and neighbors that has served him and his family through this difficult time.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, December 8, 2025, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 1006 East 200 South in Spanish Fork, Utah. There will be a visitation prior to the service on Monday, December 8, 2025 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the church.
There will be visitation on Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. also at the church.
Interment will be in Spanish Fork City Cemetery, 420 South 400 East, Spanish Fork, Utah.
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Tom Hodgson says
December 5, 2025 at 2:42 amCharlene and family,
I’m very saddened to learn of Dale’s passing. He was a very good friend. What an incredible man! His legacy of love and service is to be admired. I know we appreciated his volunteer service at the Utah County Sheriff’s Office very much. I will miss his smile and his friendship. I hope you can all find peace and comfort at this time.
Angela marshall says
December 5, 2025 at 3:06 amCharlene, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Dale. Deepest condolences to your beautiful family.
Lisa Nielsen says
December 5, 2025 at 2:14 pmI am so sorry to hear of Dale’s passing. Dale is my mother’s cousin and the last time I saw him was at my mother’s funeral where he lovingly embraced me and shared that amazing smile with me. Dale will truly be missed by many. Charlene and kids, my heart goes out to you. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers as you navigate this difficult time in your lives.
Ali says
December 6, 2025 at 7:36 pmI’m so sorry to hear of Dales passing. Our deepest condolences. Sending thoughts and prayers to your family at this time.
Sherilyn Shelley says
December 7, 2025 at 1:37 amDale will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him! He was a wonderful classmate in our SFHS Class of 1972. . Thanks Dale for the many fun memories and friendships you leave behind ❤️Til we meet again ♥️
Jim and Ranae Locke says
December 8, 2025 at 7:23 pmWe’re so sorry to hear about your loss. Our hearts go out to you, Charlene and your family.
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