Arthur "Dale" Mansfield, 91, of Lafayette, died Sunday, January 11, 2009 at Parkwood Health Care Center in Lebanon. He had been in failing health for a year. He was born on September 15, 1917 to the late Sam and Nelly Reynolds Mansfield. Dale attended Lafayette Jeff High School. His marriage was to Frances Young on June 22, 1968 in Lafayette. She survives. Mr. Mansfield was an honorably discharged Unite States Army Veteran. Dale owned and operated a machine shop for 22 years and worked for National Liquors. He was a member of Post 11 Legion in Lafayette and Forty and Eight in Fowler. He enjoyed Harley Davidson motorcycles and was an avid rider for more than 25 years. Surviving with his wife is a sister, Lavern Goldsmith of Lafayette; a grandson, Michael Mansfield of Lafayette; a step-son, Robert Mansfield (wife: Janet) of California; and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 12 p.m. (noon) until the time of memorial service at 1 p.m. Wednesday, January 14, 2009 at Hartzler-Clapper Funeral Home of Brookston. Rev. Joe Hornick to officiate. Private interment in Rest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery. Preceding him in death with his parents is a brother, Alvin Mansfield; and a daughter, Dalene Mansfield. Friends and family are encouraged to share memories and condolensces at www.clapperfuneralservices.com.