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MAXINE DEAN Obituary


MAXINE E. DEAN (Age 96)  
On Friday, January 6, 2017 of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of the late Frank A. Dean; mother of Debra Dean-Whittaker and Lynne Ann Dean; mother-in-law of James Whittaker and Craig Roberts; sister of Glenna Myers; sister-in-law of Roger (Marilyn) Dean; many additional loving family members. A graduate of Bowling Green State University and the University of Maryland. Maxine spent over 20 years as a dedicated elementery school teacher. Private graveside services will be held at Parklawn Memorial Park, Rockville, MD. Those making memorial contributions may wish to consider donations to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, National Capital Area Chapter, 5845 Richmond Highway, Alexandria, VA 22303.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on Jan. 8, 2017.

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Stephanie Collins Codrea

January 9, 2017

I lived next door to Mrs. Dean for about 15 years. She was always a good neighbor and there when she was needed.

Tony Zanelotti

January 8, 2017

Mrs. Dean, you are loved and will be fondly remembered. You were always so kind to me and encouraged me to be unique. Your girls are in my thoughts and prayers.

Love , Tony Zanelotti

January 8, 2017

Your Mom was a funny, witty, smart, and lovely lady. She was a good friend to our family and we will miss her. Prayers.
Love, Karen and Tom Cooper

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Francis J. Collins Funeral Home, Inc. - Silver Spring

500 University Blvd. West, Silver Spring, MD 20901

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