William Dale TelfordSt. GeorgeSt. George, Utah - William "Dale" Telford, 91, passed away at his home on December 28, 2016, surrounded by family. Dale was born on March 17, 1925 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Rulon and Letha Telford.Dale was an active member of the St. James Ward in the LDS Church. His joy was to serve in the St. George Temple. He is survived by his wife, Berna; brother, Jack Telford; seven children: William Jr., Robert, Sandra, Kurt, Pamela, Karen and Daniel; 31 grandchildren; and 40 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Bobby.Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at the St. James LDS Ward Chapel, 1095 East St. James Lane, St. George, Utah. Viewings will be held Tuesday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Metcalf Mortuary, 288 West St. George Blvd. and on Wednesday, prior to services, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at the Church. Graveside services will be at the Tonaquint Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221. For condolences, full obituary, and funeral listings please visit our website www.metcalfmortuary.com.