Lewis Sinift Obituary

Lewis Sinift Lewis Dean Sinift went to be with Jesus on January 11, 2013. Dean was born to Ed and Fern Sinift on November 12, 1924 in Cambria, Iowa. He grew up there along with his three older siblings, Darrel, Louise and Mary Jo. In 1942, the family moved to Culver City, California where Dean worked at North American Aviation Corporation. Later, he and his dad operated a machine shop in Corcoran and after that, built the "Y" Machine Shop in Tulare, which they ran together until Ed retired. Dean then began his thirty-five year career with Tri Ex Tower Corporation, where he was a foreman and used his love and talent for welding. He retired in 1991, but still continued welding and building. He loved his tools and spent much time making things needed around his home, for his kids, and his grandkids. He also contributed much to Wayside Church of the Nazarene, where he was a member for many years, as well as head usher and janitor. He did the metal work for the fence around the church also. On April 18, 1953, Dean married Clara McGavern. They raised four children here in Tulare. Dean and Clara would have been married 60 years in April, and their unfading commitment and love for each other is a powerful example and inspiration for many. Dean was a man with a big heart and just as big a smile and twinkle in his eye. He loved his family more than anything and was the sunshine in their lives. He will also be remembered for his sense of humor, which never went away, even in his last days. He leaves his wonderful legacy with his wife, Clara; their four children and spouses: Gary Sinift and Deanna, Jerry Sinift and Carolyn, Lynn Sinift Lenz and Cory, and Cindy Sinift Villa and Frank; 11 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren (plus one more due in August!); sisters and brothers-in-law: Janetta and Wendell Land, Novella and Gary Fletcher, Millie Sinift; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 12-7 pm, Thursday, January 17, 2013 at Peers Lorentzen Funeral Chapel. Memorial services will be at 11 am, Friday, January 18, 2013 at Tulare Wayside Church of the Nazarene. Condolences may be emailed to [email protected].

Published by Visalia Times-Delta and Tulare Adv-Register on Jan. 15, 2013.
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Remembering my friend Dean on this day. I remember Dean driving that 1962 chevy pickup. He would arrive at work always with a smile and always positive. During the Christmas Holidays he would always bring chocolate fudge to share. Always great memories as I remember my friend Dean Sinift. God Bless you Dean.

Robert Vargas

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January 10, 2023

I think often of the Tri-Ex Tower days and of course my friend Dean is a big part of the good memories at Tri-Ex. I learned alot from Dean. Very good man. My condolences to his family. God Bless
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January 10, 2022

Our thoughts and prayers for all of you during this difficult time.

Renae and Bob Williams

January 18, 2013

Rest in peace Uncle Dean!

Ranae McAfee

January 18, 2013

My uncle Dean was my father Darrel's youngest brother, and the last one to join his parents and siblings in heaven. He was a faithful man of God who cherished his family. I loved going to visit all the cousins and extended family together. What a blessing to all be so close in geography as well as in love.
My deepest sympathy and love to Aunt Clara and all of your family. Although we will see him again in heaven, it seems like a long time to wait. I'm sure God welcomed Dean into heaven with, " well done, good and faihful servant."

Linda Cole

January 16, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the Sinift Family. I met and worked with Dean at Tri-Ex Tower Corp. Always spoke very highly of his family. A very proud Father. Glad our paths crossed and able to call him a good friend.

Robert Vargas

January 15, 2013

To the Sinift family. Carl and I extend our sympathy to you. We are so blessed to have met our daughter-in-law, Natalie's Grandpa Dean. He was a delightful man. God comfort you all as only He can.

Rebecca & Carl Heffner

January 15, 2013

My Deepest Sympathy and prayers for the Sinift Family,
I had the pleasure of working with Dean at Tri-ex Towers for 26 Years, Dean is a gentle person with a willingness to teach or share his trade he is a man of many qualities, I was very fortunate to meet and work with such a talented person. Deano is a good man, a person that made a difference.

Robert Sena

January 15, 2013

Dear Cindy, Jerry and Family, So sorry to hear about your loss. My Prayers go out to all the Family. God Bless xoxo

Carrie Gardea

January 15, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Cindy Smith

January 15, 2013

I was saddened when I read about Dean in the paper this morning. I worked with Dean many years at Tri-Ex Tower Corp., he was a gentle, caring man always with a smile. My prayers are with you Sinift family. Rest in Peace Dean.

Lynn Fagundes Galatro

Lynn Fagundes Galatro

January 15, 2013

Clara & family, my heart aches for all of you as you say good-by to Dean. He was a good man & an example to everyone he met. May God bless you with constant good memories to sustain you.

Bernnice (Byrd) Sampley

January 15, 2013

To the sinift family my deepest Sympathy, I've had the pleasure of working with dean for 26 years at Tri-ex Towers. Among his talents he was a very fair and gentle man willing to help and teach, a quality i was lucky to learn so much from. Dean is a Good Man.

Robert Sena

January 15, 2013

May the great memories ease the sorrow and pain that comes with a loved one's passing. Lewis had to be very proud of his family, what more could a man ask for in his life. Take care Sinift's.

Leo and Margo Pliksis

January 15, 2013

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