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for Robert Dean
charlie/mell
July 27, 2008
he will be greatly missed. charlie/ mell(c&m towing
john and misty mead
July 19, 2008
the talent you had behind the wheel will never be matched in my book robbie. we shared some good times through the years and even more stories and beer.. racing will never be the same for me without you there. thanks for 20+ years of memories..
John Carr
July 18, 2008
I met Robbie at the Junk yard lounge in 1995. I had my #94 Robbie Dean t-shirt on and my wife Nancy had on her #21 John Vallo t-shirt . We were watching the races from that night on tape. Robbie sat down next to me and bought me a beer. He then proceeded to tell me how his car drove that night and how he made a late lap pass of Vallo to win. He tought it was pretty cool that my wife and I liked different drivers. He treated me like he had known me for years not minutes. I could not believe how cool he was. For years after that I always went to CMS to chear for the Big Bird! God Bless you Robbie and Thanks for touching my life the way you did. John Carr
Michael Cummings
July 13, 2008
I was watching the Lifelock 400 race last night with my family when I mentioned your name. I asked my daughter to locate you on her computer. I had heard that you will fighting cancer. I told her that I hadn't see you in years. That I wanted to go see you today. She replied a few moments later that you were gone. What a shock. You will be missed. I'm sorry I didn't get to say good bye!. But that would have been so sad. I will always remember the fun we had in the early eighties. My children loved you. They still talk about the rides they took in your car. My parents drove from Pa. every weekend to watch you race at Shady Bowl and Columbus Speedway. They really loved to see you win. I remember the first time I meet you. You had finished in 2nd place 32 times. I talked you into putting AMSOIL in your car. You began a winning streak that will never be seen again. You had the team that couldn't be beat. You will be missed but not forgotten. I'm sure there will be a Robbie Dean memorial race at the local tracks every 4th of July. You were a shining star. I'll never forget the night your engine blew up while practicing at Kill-Kare Speedway. You got in Bobby Edwards car and lapped the field in 35 laps. They Blacked flagged you for running faster then you qualified. But you made a car that never won a race into a winner. You could have been a NASCAR super star. But it was the local fans that you cared about. You chose to please them instead of yourself. Every time I watch a race I'll be thinking of you. Good Bye and God Bless you.
July 12, 2008
you will be missed.
Emily Sammons
July 11, 2008
My dad walked into my work a few days ago and said, "Well I just found out a good racing buddy of mine passed away today." He proceeded to tell me stories, each one accompanied by a reminiscent smile, about Robbie, with details like "... He was always a gentle, laid-back kind of guy..." and I found myself laughing with him about these memories of his kind friend I had never known. Even a girl such as myself who had never met Robbie, I see how he's impacted so many people, including my dad, for the better. So thanks, Robbie, for giving us all a smile.
-Emily & her dad, Arlend Sammons.
Jerry Piatt
July 9, 2008
Our Thoughts and prayers are with the Dean family. I only saw him race once in the Main Event at Columbus Motor Speedway. Wish I could have seen him race more.
Craig Hartzel and Family (Theresa, Scott, Candace, and kids)
July 9, 2008
Big Rob,
I will never forget you. I will never forget the nights at CMS and being so proud to be a part of your legacy there. I am so thankful to have been a friend to your son during all these years. I know that whereever, and whenever I see the number 94, or Big Bird, that I will think fondly of you and the times I spent with you. You taught us so much, about racing, about cars, about PBR (haha) and I owe you back some of the greatest years of my life! Riding in your rig on kids night all those times, is still a story I tell. Even today to my little ones. I am proud to know you.
Rest easy, Big Bird.
Harvey Speakman
July 8, 2008
DEDICATED TO MY HERO,MY BEST FRIEND,AND MOST OF ALL MY UNCLE... Uncle, Many years ago, I shared my first birthday with a man that was a stranger to me. As time went by, that man would become known to me as Uncle, a man I could only aspire to be..... Although far away, Uncle is special to me, he taught me to love life, be who,I am and most importantly, take care of the ones I love no matter what power I believe in from above. Today is dark cold and rainy, some would say it was appropriate for the day, for today Uncle has been strickend with cancer,and is in a fight for his life....He wouldnt want us to morn or be sad he would simple say this..... "Live for today, there is no afterlife", And when I'm gone, no need for masses or funerals, just celebrate the day, love and memories will keep me alive, and I will never be far away Uncle will always be with me, in my heart is where he will stay and at night when i wish upon as star, my wish will be for Uncle...thank you for sharing,ur life with all of us I LOVE YOU BIG BIRD
GARY SUTTON JR.
July 7, 2008
TO THE DEAN FAMILY
BEFORE MY FATHER PASSED AWAY I TOOK HIM TO SEE ROBBIE AT DADS REQUEST. ROBBIE CAME UP AND TALKED TO HIM.I CAN NEVER REPAY HIM FOR THAT.THANK YOU!
Jim & Jackie Lewis
July 7, 2008
To the Dean Family,
We were so sorry to hear about Robbie. My husband & I watched him many times. That Black & Yellow 94 will always be remembered. But one thing even more memorible was when Robbie spoke to our son on the PA at Kilkare Speedway. It's a racing moment my son will never forget. He only new Robbie as Big Bird and how good of a driver he was. So for him to tell my son he was doing a good job ment allot to him. Rest in Peace "Big Bird"
fast eddie 56 and lynda vallette
July 7, 2008
to the dean family our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family robbie was a great man and friend. he will be greatly missed.
kelly sutton
July 7, 2008
I grew up cheering for you from a young age as a little girl, I looked up to you, i just thought you were the greatest, your family will be in my prayers, my father will miss you, as a racer and as a friend. I know you will win all the races in the big race track in the sky. We love you big bird!
Andee Hughes
July 7, 2008
I just heard the news today, it was so saddening that someone as thoughtful, kind and really fun to be around has been taken from us. I know he will be missed very much and I'd like to send my condolences to Robbies family. Co-worker, PB Express
DR. SAMI LATIF AND GIRLS
July 7, 2008
WE ARE SORRY TO HEAR THE NEWS, ROB WAS A VERY NICE MAN . ROB WAS A WONDERFUL DENTAL PATIENT TOO. WHEN HE CAME IN HE WOULD TALK A LOT ABOUT RACING ,HE LOVED IT SO MUCH. BIG BIRD WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. YOUR IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
mike tomlinson
July 7, 2008
too the dean family
are condolences&sympatthy go too family&friends of the dean family
i will always have lots of very nice
memories of robbie . he down on is last lap for home he will be the true
CHAMPION WILL THE BIG BIRD TOO ALL.
Joseph ebright
July 7, 2008
i did not get to know you well but your neice charllote loved you very much your fan joe ebright
Beverly (Hutchison) Rogers
July 7, 2008
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers Big Bird!! You were a great person and you will be missed!! *Lots of love*
The Hamilton Family
July 7, 2008
Robbie was a wonderful man and friend. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Cindy Parsons
July 7, 2008
My heart felt condolences go out to the Dean family. Robbie was such a wonderful man.We spent many nights with him at the Junk Yard lounge and would listen to him tell stories of his wins and loses at the track. Even if our racing night was a bad one Robbie would cheer us up and make it seem ok. He will be sadly missed by A LOT of people.
Ebony Mobley
July 6, 2008
Laura, My sincere condolences to you and your family.
betty mcardle
July 6, 2008
we are sorry about robbie he was a good man and a good driver we will miss him at the track it will not be the same with him not been there we will be thinking about him every time we are at the track
betty mcardle
July 6, 2008
robbie we will miss you and we will miss you at the race track
Krista Seagle
July 6, 2008
My sincere sympathy goes toward the family.
~Krista Seagle
co-worker of Erin
Brenda Sue Hignight
July 6, 2008
I Just want to say i am so sorry for the Deans ,Keep close to each other no one never knows whats in our path as we go through life, cancer gets so many of us too god Bless you all
Jimmy, Cheryl, Joey, Mercedez, & Chevy Romans
July 6, 2008
To the Family and loved ones of Robbie Dean ( Big Bird). He will be missed very much but not forgotten. He was a one of a kind person with many friends. He was known by many and loved by all. It was a joy knowing him and racing with him. May God bless and keep you in his care today and all days.
lisa sheetz " Donny & Charlie Billingham's Mom"
July 6, 2008
To Robbie's family..I am so very sorry for your loss......To Robbie I will miss you ...remember the night at the New Point Cafe ...you made the eight ball on the break 4 times in a row...AMAZING! You were an amazing man. Hey while your in heaven please tell Heavy I think of him often just like I will you! Bless you forever
Don Wilbur
July 6, 2008
Sorry to here about the passing of Robbie. We had a lot of good races together. I know he had a lot of good friends who took care of him.
All of you take care
Sincerely,
chris,tammy,boys meier
July 6, 2008
We are sorry for the lose of a great friend to many. Robbie will always remain in our hearts.
chris,tammy, sons meier
July 6, 2008
To the family, we are sorry for the lose of a great man and friend. we will deeply miss you Robbie but we will never forget you .
willetta price
July 6, 2008
to the Dean family:
think of Robbie being a in better world Looking down on you and watching over you.
I will miss him at the race track.
I will never forget the times he came in Tee Jays and would yell at me "Honey get me a bowl of Chili real fast or right which ever mood he was in
I always loved Robbie and he will always be in my memories
Duane Davidson
July 6, 2008
we will miss you robbie. drivers and fans alike.
pamela stischok
July 5, 2008
Robbie's robust personality will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and close friends.
Pete and Pam (Nuckles) Stischok
Our Big Bird - Robbie Dean
Donna Snyder
July 5, 2008
To my Big Bird, my true friend Robbie Dean, I will miss you and think of you often. I will hold into my heart and memory all the fun times listening to your stories, watching Nascar and going to the boat trips. I know that you are now one of my Angels in Heaven who will help protect me while I am here on earth. Someday I know we will meet again and share more good times. To Robbie's family, I send my sincere condolences and sympathy for your loss. Robbie was very proud of his family especially his son and grandchildren. Just know that he will be with you every day looking after you and sending you his love.
Robbie my love is with you. Your Friend. Donna
Mr and Mrs Roger Scott
July 5, 2008
We was sorry to hear about your loss.Robbie was a wonderful person he was kind to everyone he met.
judy kitchen
July 5, 2008
Brittni Speakman, Jackie Allen, Judy Kitchen So sorry for your loss
Sheila Lyons
July 5, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
debbie sharp
July 5, 2008
The Dean Family,
Although I do not know any of you please accept my heartfelt prayers and condolences.
I lost my Husband four years ago and he never in 25 plus years missed a Saturday or Sunday night to root on the "Big Bird", the good ole guy, everyone could relate to.I have pictures from the Kids Night at CMS and who of course did all the kids want to ride with , you guessed it the Big Bird. I hope that on his journey Robbie and the guys can once again talk racing (especially with my husband).Please remember all the good times and what a good person .
You are all in my thought at this time.
joseph ebright ebright
July 5, 2008
we will miss you tell dale we all said hello
Laura and Jason Price
July 5, 2008
You are going to be sadly missed by all of your fans. We will be thinking about you and your family tonight at the face. Where you will be watching over the teams.
Kathryn Sword
July 5, 2008
We will miss you Robbie. Love, Kathy Sword ,Terry Sword ,Randy Sword & Kenny Sword
Mark & Judy Bickle
July 5, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Kevin Minerd (610 WTVN)
July 5, 2008
Robbie and Family, My thoughts are with you. Saturday nights will not be the same, so long Big Bird. Thank you for all exciting nights rooting you on to victory.
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