Sadly we report that Dean passed away on July 20, 2016. Our sympathies go out to his wife Diane and his children. Any further information will be posted as it becomes available.
Wayne (as he was known in the 'hood) and I lived across the street from one another from the age of 3. My earliest memory was in Mrs. Kartozian's kindergarten class. Every day he would ask how old I was. (I was 4 and he, triumphantly, was 5!) It seemed to me that as soon as I was 5, he was 6! I could NEVER catch up! Tetherball, ping pong, Yahtzee...always something fun! Exceptional memories!
I am so sad to hear this news. Dean is very prominent in my high school memories. We were at the same table for dinner at the 40th reunion and were able to catch up. I am sorry that he could not attend the 50th because of his illness. He helped me reconnect with Coach Poulin before his passing which meant much to me. Give strength to his family at this time.
So long for now sweet, kind & gentle Dean. You've passed over to the other side to be at peace, your life long friend Tim is there too. God bless Diane & your family...may Our Father ease their pain & sorrow🙏>
Janice Groth (Hoagland)
Dean was such a great guy. I always admired him at PHHS. I am so sad to hear of his passing.
Sherry Pena (Mesker)
Wayne (as he was known in the 'hood) and I lived across the street from one another from the age of 3. My earliest memory was in Mrs. Kartozian's kindergarten class. Every day he would ask how old I was. (I was 4 and he, triumphantly, was 5!) It seemed to me that as soon as I was 5, he was 6! I could NEVER catch up! Tetherball, ping pong, Yahtzee...always something fun! Exceptional memories!
James (Jim) Belding
I am so sad to hear this news. Dean is very prominent in my high school memories. We were at the same table for dinner at the 40th reunion and were able to catch up. I am sorry that he could not attend the 50th because of his illness. He helped me reconnect with Coach Poulin before his passing which meant much to me. Give strength to his family at this time.
Kathy Conger (Jimenez)
So long for now sweet, kind & gentle Dean. You've passed over to the other side to be at peace, your life long friend Tim is there too. God bless Diane & your family...may Our Father ease their pain & sorrow🙏>
Kathryn Fine
What sad news. I have such fond memories of friendship with Dean from elementary school forward. A wonderful guy. My condolences to his family.