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Billie Dean Obituary
Anderson, SC
Billie Ruth Jarrett Dean went rejoicing out of this world into her Heavenly home on February 28, 2016.
Born July 8, 1937 to Roy and Victoria Jarrett of Anderson, she graduated from Girl's High and was a member of Taylor Memorial Pentecostal Holiness Church. She retired from Wamsutta Mill and worked as a Walmart greeter after retirement. Billie loved the Lord, family, Braves Baseball, the Gamecocks, reading, auctions, painted fingernails, and a good pocketbook. She was also a member of the Red Hat Society.
Billie leaves behind her sons, Roger Dean and Steve (Linda) Dean, of Anderson and James Dean, of Walhalla; grandson, who she raised as her own, Michael (Shawna) Dean; great-grandchildren, McKenzie and Jacob Dean, of Anderson, SC; brothers, Olin (Ruth) Jarrett, Donnie (Evelyn) Jarrett; and sister, Nancy (Pete) Rumsey, of Anderson.
Billie was welcomed into Heaven by her parents, sons, Carroll Dean (infant son), and David Dean; sister, Betty Thompson; and best friend, Peggy Lee.
The Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at The McDougald Funeral Home with Reverend Brent Lollis officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, March 1, 2016 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Flowers will be accepted.
A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com. The McDougald Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Anderson, SC
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Earline Fowler Simpson
March 6, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss, but Billie is now walking those streets of gold and she has seen Jesus, her Lord and Savior. She was such a precious friend in high school and since. Prayers will get you through this time of sorrow.
Sherida Childers
March 2, 2016
What a sweet spirit she was! Always had a smile on her face and a book in her hand. May God bless the family at this time.
March 2, 2016
Worked with Miss Billie at Walmart. She was such a joy. Will be praying for all the family.
Lisa Albertson
March 2, 2016
Comfort and Peace for the family. Billie will be missed, she was the Best! I worked with her at walmart also knew her from the mill and Shoneys. GOD BLESS! Until we meet in HEAVEN!
Gwen Oliver Watson
March 2, 2016
To Roger ,James & Family.I was Sorry to read about the loss of Billie Ruth. I have fun memories of Billie Ruth from my Shoney days. I also saw her at Walmart on occasions in the last few years. Praying comfort for the Family.
Ann Elliott Hough
March 1, 2016
I was in high school with Billie Ruth. She was such a sweet girl, always smiling and full of love. My sympathies to all her family.
Cindy Hart
March 1, 2016
To the Family,
So sorry for your loss.I grow up with the Dean boys on Amity Road. May the Lord comfort you all at this time of grief.
Linda Henderson
March 1, 2016
I only met Billie once - at WalMart - but Nancy shared memories and concerns about Billie's health with me, so I feel as though I knew her well. Thanking God for His mercy on taking her Home peacefully. Praying for all of her family.
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