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Dean Sanders Obituary

Sanders, Dean Allen; age 57; of Pontiac; May 30, 2014. Loving husband of Dorothy for 34 years; dear father of Philip (Tammy) Abraira, Becky Abraira, and Jeannette (Arnold) Sese; grandfather of Arie (Kevin), Bianca (Paul), Leah (D.J.), Emily, Jonas, Madaline, Micah, Nora, Myles, Madison, and Matthew; great grandfather of Kevin, Cameron, Eli, Peyton, and D.J.; beloved son of Mary and the late Lawrence. Brother of Larry Sanders and Barbara (Dale) Brown. Dean was an avid hunter and fisherman. Funeral Service Tuesday, June 3, 2014, 11 a.m. with an Instate time of 10 a.m. at Auburn Hills Christian Center, 2592 E. Walton Blvd., Auburn Hills. The family will receive friends Monday 3 to 9 p.m. at the Modetz Funeral Home, 100 E. Silverbell Rd., Orion. Interment Perry Mount Park Cemetery. Suggested memorials to Angela Hospice. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com

Published by The Oakland Press from May 31 to Jun. 1, 2014.
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Dorothy - I just learned about Dean's passing a few days ago. Very sad news, please accept my condolences for you and your family. Dean was always a helpful neighbor and a good friend. He will be missed. I wish good health and happiness to you and Mary. My best, Mike A...

Mike Andrews

June 13, 2014

I met Dean and his wife in November of 2012, when I moved across the street. He was always very committed to his home and neighborhood. He will be missed.

Larry Ericksen

Larry Ericksen

June 1, 2014

My my my I just heard the news about our neighbor we had always seen taking such great care of his yard. My heart goes out to his wife, we never met but Vic and I, were're right across the street and here if we can do anything for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and those that knew Dean.

Margo Hebert

May 31, 2014

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Modetz Funeral Home & Cremation Service Silverbell Chapel

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2592 E. Walton Blvd., Auburn Hills, MI

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