Albert “Dale” Baldwin

Albert “Dale” Baldwin, age 59, of Keysville, VA, was called home by our Lord peacefully, on Saturday, July 1, 2023, after his over 4 yearlong battle with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert C. Baldwin and Laylon “Kalena” [Ferguson] Baldwin of Pamplin, VA. along with many other family members and friends. Dale was born May 15, 1964, in Farmville, VA. “Dale” was a member of Elon Baptist Church in Pamplin, VA. “Dale” is survived by his loving family, wife of over 34 years, Rose M. (Gibbs) Baldwin and son Justin P. Baldwin and helpful nephew Rigo Alvarez of Keysville, VA, his three loving and supportive sisters Mable Pistorio, of Las Vegas, NV, Della Giles of Lynchburg, VA, Charlotte Page (David) of Appomattox, VA, two supportive sisters-n-law, Mary Winkler of Butler, TN, Thelma Gibbs of Ashville, NC., along with a host of nieces and nephews.

“Dale” was proud to be a veteran, who served in the United States Air Force from 1982-1986. That is where he obtained most of his electrical training and allowed him to enjoy traveling to different parts of the world. “Dale” got to experience a lot of different cultures as he traveled. “Dale” formed great friendships during his time in the Air Force. Later on, “Dale” completed courses at S.V.C.C. to earn his Journeyman Card.

“Dale” worked most of his life, starting at a young age by cutting lawns and putting up hay on farms. “Dale” worked many years for WestPoint Stevens Plant in Drakes Branch until they closed, Carbone in Farmville, FlowServe in Lynchburg, his last job was with Tyson Hatchery in Jetersville, VA, until they closed this May, to name a few. “Dale” was a hard working and dedicated employee. He made many friendships in his lifetime, for which he was grateful for.

Family meant the most to “Dale”. Being Justin’s dad brought him so much joy. He took pride in being a very hard worker for his job and for his family. “Dale” loved spending time with family and friends. He had a great sense of humor. He liked going out to eat, watching a good movie, going fishing, going camping with his family and grilling out. He was an avid reader. He especially enjoyed history.

Special thanks to Rigo Alvarez, nephew, Clay Marshall close family friend, along with our friend and neighbor Polly Beard.

Also, a special thanks goes to Dr. Gorsch and all the caring staff in the Hematology and Oncology department at Centra, in Farmville, Va., who are wonderful people with huge hearts.

We want to thank everyone for their love, support, calls, visits, generosity and all acts of kindness throughout his over 4 yearlong battle with his cancer. We are especially grateful for your prayers. They got us through this very difficult struggle and his journey home, to be with God. We thank God for all he’s done for each of us and all his many blessings.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, July 8, 2023, at the Keysville United Methodist Church in Keysville, VA. The Browning-Duffer Funeral Home in Keysville, VA is in charge of the arrangements.