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1945
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2022
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Dean COLLINS Obituary
Age 77 of West Carrollton, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Tuesday, December 20, 2022. Born on January 28, 1945, to Will and Laura Collins. In addition to his parents, Dean is preceded in death by his brothers Don and Derl Collins, sisters Darlene Nickell and Diane Baker, and his niece Heather McClintick. Dean is lovingly survived by his wife Brenda, children Michele Collins, Dean Collins, Jr., Amy (Andy) Smith, Tracie Keene, Jennifer Keene and fiancé Marc Miller, Christopher Keene, 12 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, his brothers Larry (Sherry) Collins, Danny (Rosemary) Swart, nieces, nephews and friends including dear friend Peggy Vallandingham. Dean was a proud US Army Veteran. He was a loving man and will be deeply missed. The family would like to thank Crossroads Hospice for their gentle care with Dean. It was Dean's request that final disposition would be cremation. A celebration of Dean's life will be held in the near future. Care entrusted to Sanner Funeral Home, West Carrollton.
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Tonya Buerschen
December 17, 2024
This popped up in my emails today as a reminder. A reminder of a great man. He was the kindest! I looked forward to seeing him every three months when he came in to pay his water bill. He was a gentle soul and he always made me happy on the gloomiest of work days. I send hugs and prayers to his family.
Tonya Buerschen
January 9, 2023
Dean was one of my favorite water and before that tax customers ever. He was polite and kind and so nice and complimentary. I will miss him!
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Jason
December 23, 2022
Dean was one of the kindest and gentlest people I have ever known. It truly was a pleasure to get to spend the time with him that I did.
Nick Sanders
December 23, 2022
Such a great person that will be missed by so many. All of his family are in my thoughts during this difficult time. We´ll miss you Dean!
Tracy
December 23, 2022
We love you Uncle Dean and we will miss your sweet smile every day!!
Paulette Neer
December 23, 2022
Dean was the sweetest man I have known. So soft spoken and cared for everyone. He was never without a smile on his face. Rest in peace Big Dean.
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I love you Daddy Dean! Thank you for being the most amazing! Gentle! Caring Step Dad a kid could ask for... I am so happy you are t in pain anymore. But I will miss you every single day. Until we meet again
Amy
December 23, 2022
Dad you have been an amazing father and grandfather. You are so missed already. Your memory and love will be with me forever. I look forward to seeing you again. I love you forever. Rest peacefully.
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