Hans Dahle, an Aransas Pass resident, was a German émigré when he came to the United States in 1961, advised by our government he was welcome under one condition – he serve in the Armed Forces as the Vietnam War raged abroad. Dahle accepted the terms, enlisting in the Army, the skilled tool and die maker training to become an
Dahle, 87, with wife, Anneliese, 83, on November 7th. The couple has been married 60 years and met when they worked together in Germany. She is active in the Hibiscus Garden Club in Aransas Pass, is a Master Gardener, and favors her many rose bushes. Hans still kayaks, occasionally. Both have a passion for the outdoors, sailing, and being on the ocean, a pleasure they spend less time doing these days the result of age and health restrictions.
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An artist, Dahle has also used his talents to create stained glass windows – a hobby – including this image of one of the family’s pets.
Courtesy: Hans Dahle
When Hans married the former Anneliese Kraushaar in Dusseldorf in June 1963 it followed many years of dating. They’ve raised two children, a son, and a daughter.
Courtesy: Hans Dahle
Last year, Dahle (far right) examined a commemorative brick bearing his name when the Blue Star Memorial was dedicated at Conn Brown Harbor.
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