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Michael Dean Obituary
Michael A. Dean, III, age 62, formerly of Easton, CT, passed away at his home in Honaunau, Hawaii on October 18, 2020. Michael was born in Bridgeport, CT on July 13, 1958. He was the son of the late Dr. and Mrs. Michael A. Dean. Michael graduated from Choate-Rosemary Hall and Tulane University. He was an avid reader and conversationalist, well versed in history, current events, politics and sports. He was a kind and gentle soul who will be greatly missed by his four sisters, Barbara Pulie of Easton, CT, Doreen (Richard) Haskell of Milford, CT, Deborah (Michael) Zahornacky of Shelton, CT and most especially by Diane Dean with whom he resided in Honaunau, Hawaii. He is also survived by 42 nieces and nephews. Private services and interment in Gate of Heaven Mausoleum Trumbull, CT will be held at a later date.
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Frank Pinto, M.D.
October 29, 2020
Mike and I were neighbors and childhood pals growing up in Easton. Rain or shine we waited together every morning during the school year in the Dean's driveway for the bus. Mike was the ringleader of the "little kids" on Far Horizons Dr, which included the Pulie boys and "Lizzy". I fondly remember many spirited (and occasionally contentious!) games of baseball, basketball, touch football and street hockey at our various home "fields" and courts; often amongst ourselves and sometimes with the "big kids". My brother John and I send our deepest condolences to Barbara ("Deanie") and the rest of the Pulie clan, Doreen, Debbie, and Diane. I have never forgotten how kind all of you, as well as Dr. and Mrs. Dean, always were to a chubby, bright, but somewhat sensitive kid. R.I.P. Michael, my first best friend.
Joan
October 29, 2020
To all the Dean family, my heartfelt sympathy. Michael was one of my best childhood friends. I am sure you have many great memories to share with each other. May he rest in peace now. Love, “ Joanie” Beckerer
Pam Dean Kobetitsch
October 28, 2020
To Deanie, Debbie, Doreen & Diane: Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Micheal was a very generous cousin. I was fortunate enough to spend a couple of days with him on my honeymoon 7 years ago. Michael & Diane cooked John & I, the best beef meals we ever had. It was January and looking out their Kitchen window were lots of whales swimming by! Micheal was a terrific host. Sending lots of love and hugs. Cousin Pam Dean Kobetitsch & John Kobetitsch ( ps we do love you all )
Doug Buttendorf
October 28, 2020
I have many fond memories of Mike when we were young. He was always such a good, fun loving kid as I knew him on so many occasions.
Im very sorry to all of the Dean family for your loss.
Bonnie Candee
October 28, 2020
Michael was a kind, sweet, polite, smart and lovely young man. Heaven is now blessed with his kind sweet spirit. Rest in peace, Michael and find comfort in heaven with our Lord and your loving sweet parents.
All my love and sympathy to the Dean family. xoxox
Bonnie Candee
Madeline DiBona Mattera
October 27, 2020
To Deb and Family
So sorry for your loss. Prayers and deepest sympathy to you all.
Madeline DiBona Mattera
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