Overview
- Barr issued a statement praising Dale’s service and calling her the heart and soul of his team.
- Dale began working with Barr in 2012 and rose through roles including scheduler, field representative, deputy district director, district director, and deputy chief of staff.
- She was serving as campaign manager for Barr’s 2026 U.S. Senate bid to succeed retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell.
- Tributes from Kentucky Republicans including Ralph Alvarado, Daniel Cameron, and strategist Sean Southard described her death as unexpected.
- The Courier-Journal reported the death occurred on Dec. 24, and outlets said the cause has not been disclosed.