Dean Bame

I got to know and rub shoulders with Dean (and Judy) off and on for about 15 years while living in Bellingham. I enjoyed meals at their Lake Whatcom home & the use of Dean's pickup on multiple occasions. Dean's life was marked by faith, affability, hospitality, & generosity. He will be missed. I'm looking forward to another wonderful meal with him at the wedding supper with the Jesus (Rev 19:5-7). May God comfort you Judy.

I was lucky enough to be a student in one of Mr Bames math classes. We were told that if we were good students and worked hard our illustrious teacher would swallow a live goldfish for us. Apparently we must have worked hard because one morning he came to class with a fish bowl. And yes he swallowed it whole. That was at least 55 years ago. Dean and I became friends on Facebook several years ago and had fun tormenting each other on occasion. We didn't have the same politics or opinions but I...

I'd like to know how many people Dean taught to water ski, myself being one of the many recipients. I'll never forget his majestic dock start. Sending you love, Judy.

Dean was a great guy. He will be missed by so many friends located all around the world.

I met Dean´s sister Donna 23 years ago. Dean was a pleasure to know for the last 23 years. Having Sunday lunch with Dean and his family over the years was always something I looked forward to. I always enjoyed it when he asked me to help him on his farm. I will always remember the July 4th barbecue´s and the boat parade Dean took us. Dean, you were truly an amazing person and someone who will be missed by all.

What a great friend and family member! He was a model of kindness, inclusion and servanthood. Dean was one of those people who said "yes", even before he knew the question. We will miss him and look forward to sharing eternity with him in the new heaven and earth.

I met Dean at Western attending Intervarsity Christian Fellowship. For one of our activities he took us water skiing. It was the first time I had ever been water skiing. Then unbeknownst to me, later in life I found out that he became my brother's brother-in-law. He will be missed at their family gatherings on Sunday afternoon.