Thank you for visiting these pages that pay tribute to Dale. We hope that they inspire happy memories of your relationship and interaction with him over the years. The Rector family and the Realty Executives companies invite you to share these memories. We appreciate your thoughts at this difficult time. Thank you, again.
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Gerry Frechette (British Columbia,Canada)  Email 
 gfrechette@realtyexecutives.com

Sheila and I both send our heartfelt condolences to you at Realty Executives. It will be a different world for all of you in Phoenix and also all of us in the Realty Executives family without Dale always being around with his contageous smile. Wishing you all the best.

2004-11-03 13:26:47  Comment 
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Marla La Rue (Scottsdale AZ)  Email 
 marla.larue@phoenix.edu

My sincerest sympathies to the Rector family. Dale was an inspirational man - he will truly be missed.

2004-11-03 13:26:33  Comment 
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Joe Mathews (Connecticut)  Email 
 joe@franchisecoach.net

My sympathies for the entire Realty Executive team for the loss of your founder, friend, and mentor.

2004-11-03 13:14:37  Comment 
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The Executive Lauch Team  Homepage 
 http://www.executivelaunch.com

Our heartfelt sympathies go out to June, Rich and the entire Rector family on the passing of your husband and father. Thank you for sharing Dale with us for so many years. Dale's wisdom, integrity and visions have touched an incredible amount of people and have made a tremendous impact on so many of our lives. He will be remembered as a pioneer and innovator who believed in a better way of business and life and showed us by example. He will be dearly missed but his legacy will live on forever. The Executive Launch Team; Dale Clayton, Barbara Lang, Lorri Babcock & Scott Clayton

2004-11-03 12:04:22  Comment 
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Cari Derksen (PV office)  Email 
 cari@derksenaz.com

Dear Rector Family,
I enjoyed seeing Dale at many events over the years. I was his partner at the convention last year when the right side of the room (who won the FISH toss) got to hug the left side of the room. I will remember that hug! My deepest condolences, Cari Derksen

2004-11-03 11:02:05  Comment 
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Sandy Benesch (Yuma, Az.)  Email 
 sandybenesch@adelphia.net

A great man with great ideas and a great company. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of it all. He will always be remembered and loved by many.

2004-11-03 09:51:36  Comment 
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Greg Donahue (Scottsdale, AZ)

Dear Rich, Robyn & Katie,

Although I never knew Dale, I certainly felt like I did through Rich. Dale's life story is one which we all strive for where we can positively impact so many people through our actions. He truly is an American success story.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. God Bless

The Donahues

2004-11-03 09:26:29  Comment 
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VANCE BURKEY (KNOXVILLE,TN)  Email 
 VANCEBURKEY@REALTYEXECUTIVES.COM

MARTHA AND I SEND OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE RECTOR FAMILY.THE REAL ESTATE WORLD HAS LOST A GREAT LEADER.HIS LEADERSHIP WILL FOREVER BE REMEMBERED.HE DID LIVE HIS DREAM.GOD BE WITH YOU.

2004-11-03 09:14:38  Comment 
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Wayne Zuk (Saskatoon,SK. Canada)  Email 
 waynezuk@realtyexecutives.com

Canada, is a long way from Phoenix, but right now our hearts are right there beside you. Our thoughts go out to the Rector family. May you be comforted by Dales Journey!

2004-11-03 09:10:30  Comment 
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Steve Tripp (Phoenix)  Email 
 stevetripp@realtyexecutives.com

My first encounter with Dale Rector was in 1994 when I was researching the book, Signs of Success, which chronicled his life, pioneering spirit and invention of the 100% commission concept. But I felt that I already knew who he was through my interactions with the aggressive, professional sales executives that carried his flag. I have always cherished my friendship with Dale, June, Rich, Robyn, Katy and his entire family. Dale and June have even babysat my children, providing them with fond memories of the remarkable couple as well. Dale will forever live in my memory. Who could not be captivated by his sincere smile and his trademark clasped-hands-over-head "victory" sign? A true fighter and an amazing man. While we have always looked up to Dale, we only need to look up to the heavens to keep Dale in our hearts.

Steve, Barb, Amanda and Alex

2004-11-03 09:09:34  Comment 
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Cherie Barton (Boise, Idaho)  Email 
 Cherie@Idaho-Living.com  Homepage 
 http://www.Idaho-Living.com

I am sending my prayers for comfort and strength to the Rector Family! The memories that you all share with Dale will stay steadfast in your hearts and they can never be taken from you! May you always feel his love and strength. He gave us all many lasting gifts! I am very grateful for having known him!

2004-11-03 07:41:34  Comment 
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Lisa Gusick (Ahwatukee-Foothills)  Email 
 lisagusick@aol.com

My heart goes out to the entire extended Rector family. I was devastated to learn of Dale's passing. No matter how long and how great the life, it's never long enough for those of us left behind. I didn't know Dale as well as my Mother Gene Gusick did, who passed November 2003. She always had the utmost respect for Dale, and joined Realty Executives after owning her own successful business in order to get back in the trenches under true visionary ideas of Dales and loved it until she retired at age 80. We knew Dale as a shrewd businessman yet always remembering our names and welcoming us with his warm hand and smile whenever we met. His vision and most of all his kindness will be remembered. God bless you. Lisa Gusick and Family

2004-11-02 22:47:46  Comment 
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Shari Dzubak (Prescott AZ)

To the family of Dale Rector - What a great man, what a great life, what a great loss. May you find comfort in knowing his life touched many is such a positive way! My thoughts and prayers are with you.

2004-11-02 22:00:15  Comment 
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Russell Shaw (Phoenix, Arizona)  Email 
 russell@nohasslelisting.com  Homepage 
 http://www.nohasslelisting.com

Dale Rector single-handedly changed forever the residential real estate business. His vision and willingness to stick to what he knew was right made possible the freedoms and success the individual agent enjoys today. There isn’t a 100% agent anywhere in the United States who doesn’t owe a debt of gratitude to Dale Rector.

I am reminded of a quote from Sir Isaac Newton: "If I have seen further than others, it is by standing upon the shoulders of giants."

Thank you, Dale for your big broad shoulders.

2004-11-02 21:54:44  Comment 
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Bob Stephens (Phoenix)  Email 
 bob@westusa.com

My sincerest condolences to the family of Dale Rector and the entire organization of Realty Executives, at the passing of a very remarkable man.

2004-11-02 20:42:26  Comment 
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Debi Kablinger (St. Petersburg, Fl)  Email 
 debi.kablinger@realtyexecutives.com

To all of Dale's family and friends;
I have been w/ Realty Executives since 1992 and had heard so many amazing things about Dale over the years. I am honored to be a part of this company. He will be missed. My sincerest condolescences are with you....

2004-11-02 19:59:54  Comment 
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Dena Hospodka (Benicia, CA)  Email 
 denahos@aol.com

My thoughts and prayers are extended to the Rector family as I have learned through my own family that there is no good time in life to say good-bye to someone you love. I find it absolutely amazing what Dale has done for all of us in the industry and will stand proud in his memory and continue to be a leader in my own community in carrying out his legacy. Dale awakened the real estate community and raised us all to higher standards. I am honored and feel priviledged to be a member of this great organization and look forward to rising to the occasion to all of its challenges and new adventures. Thank you Dale!!

2004-11-02 19:42:19  Comment 
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John "JD" Hill (Sun Valley, Idaho)  Email 
 john@blainecountyrealty.com

To The Dale Rector Family -

I am saddened to hear of the passing of Dale.

Like everyone who crossed his past, his warm smile made me feel like an important part of the pioneering, powerhouse company that Realty Executives became and remains.

In this competitive, growing and ever changing industry, he was a 'gentle giant' as Realtor Magazine so aptly, and timely, acknowledged last year.

We were, each of us, blessed to have known the man. May a little piece of his kind-hearted, good nature live on in all whose lives he touched.

May God Bless June and the entire Rector Family.

JD Hill (formerly Paradise Valley)

2004-11-02 19:02:42  Comment 
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Marsha Propps (Phoenix, AZ)  Email 
 mpropps1@cox.net

It was a pleasure to serve in an industry that Dale supported. My seven years at Realty Executives were delightful due to his presence The 100% concept motivated many and for that we thank you Dale. I saw you last at your summer home up north and what a gracious tour guide you were. God speed!

2004-11-02 18:58:49  Comment 
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Flo Day (Prescott, Arizona)  Email 
 floday@cableone.net  Homepage 
 http://floday.com

My first meeting with Dale Rector was in April, 1978. His wise counsel and leadership was much needed in my opening the first branch office of Realty Executives in Chandler.
When tragedy hit my family in 1980 and 2000, Dale was there, supportive as ever. Not only was he an excellent business man, but most importantly, Dale Rector was a good, kind, loving human being who really cared about other people. My heartfelt sympathy is extended to Dale’s family and all Realty Executives. His death is a great loss to all who had the privilege of knowing Dale. Flo Day Realty Executives Prescott Area

2004-11-02 18:48:10  Comment 
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