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DOROTHY DEAN Obituary


DOROTHY M. DEAN (Age 96)  
On Saturday, December 3, 2016, of Kensington, MD. Beloved wife of the late Nicholas O. Dean; mother of Ronald O., Robert D., John A. and the late Carol Sue Dean; Relatives and friends may call at Holy Redeemer Church, 9705 Summit Avenue, Kensington, MD 20895, Friday, December 9, 2016, from 10 to 11 a.m., where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Catholic Committee on Scouting for Chaplain Services; c/o Dick Stevick, 401 Fourth Street, Laurel, MD 20707. www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on Dec. 7, 2016.

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Tony Tringale

December 9, 2016

Dear Ron and family......our deepest sympathy on the passing of your Mom! At 96 she had a long life and I know that you will always have and share many, many HAPPY and LOVING memories. Our prayers are with you and the family, and may Dorothy "REST IN PEACE". Fondly, Tony and the Board of "The Jeane Dixon Children to Children Foundation"

Beth Evans

December 8, 2016

Dorothy was a wonderful, thoughtful lady. I will miss her. My thoughts go out to her family. John was always so attentive and caring.

S. Hill

December 8, 2016

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family at this difficult time. Please find peace in knowing that God understands your grief and that He cares. (1 Peter 5:6,7)

Vickie & Wayne Farley

December 7, 2016

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

December 7, 2016

She will be missed by all.

m b

December 7, 2016

My deepest condolences to the family for your loss.Psalms 90 :10 says that the days of our years are 70 years,And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.She was very special indeed!

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May our Father in the heavens comfort you through this time of deep sorrow.

December 7, 2016

Prayers for your family at this difficult time Love Mike & Lisa

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