Earl Hubert Dangelmaier

Earl Hubert Dangelmaier of Bellingham passed away on January 1, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Vancouver, B.C. in 1938, Earl received his Bachelor of Arts from St. Martin’s University, followed by his MSW from St. Louis University and his PhD in Social Work from Walden University. Helping others was always a foundational aspect of Earl’s life starting with his 22-year career with Catholic Community Services and continuing later with his insurance business. Earl was a pioneer in youth mental health and group home services, focusing on improving the quality of life and outcomes for juveniles-at-risk in Northwest Washington, eventually establishing the Martin Center (now Whatcom Hospice House).

Earl’s personal and business interests were varied and wide-ranging, from Scouting and drumming, to boating, social work, and more, allowing him to make numerous connections throughout Northwest Washington and British Columbia. As a result, Earl was well-known and well-liked. He will be greatly missed.

Earl leaves behind his wife of 65 years, Arlene Dangelmaier, daughters Lisa, Heidi, and Kristin Dangelmaier, sons-in-law Jonathan Larter and Charles Sloan, and grandsons Taylor and Jared Larter.

His family asks that if you are so moved, you consider donating to Whatcom Hospice House in Earl’s memory.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, February 16th at 10:30am at Church of the Assumption, 2116 Cornwall Ave. Bellingham, WA.

A celebration of Earl’s life will be held on May 25, 2024 at Westford Funeral Home (1301 Broadway) with a reception following at Broadway Hall (1300 Broadway).