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Stephen F. and Family
November 30, 2021
Lisa and Family, so very sorry for your loss. We have many happy memories of the times we spent camping with You and Dean. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Paul B
August 20, 2021
My condolences to Dean's wife and family. I've worked in the same circles with him for a while, but only recently got to know him through playing video games outside of work. You'll be missed, dude!
Dan Johnson
August 16, 2021
It was always a pleasure to work with Dean. He was always willing to humbly share his skill and experience in a positive, open and supportive manner. Dean will be sorely missed by the Boeing team. My thoughts and prayers are with family, friends and colleagues.
Darlene Olsen
August 11, 2021
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Tom Holland
August 15, 2021
Dean was always helpful and upbeat in my dealings with him while working at Boeing in Ridley Park. Even after moving to Charleston I could call on him for support or assistance. My prayers are with Lisa and the boys. RIP m friend
Brigette ReDavid
August 14, 2021
Dean was the kind of man who walked gently upon the earth. He loved deeply and laughed genuinely. Much love and many prayers go out to his family. I'm sure every time the wind embraces you, it will be the loving arms of Dean, and his ever-ready smile will always remain in your heart - as it will mine.
Jeff Snyder
August 13, 2021
Dean was great to work with, and always had something thoughtful to share. He will be missed.
Joe Kranyak and Anne "Mitch" Kadlecik
August 13, 2021
Lisa & family, Our deepest sympathy for your loss. We will remember Dean for his sense of humor. He was a truly unique person. May your memories bring you comfort.
Daree ReDavid
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Daree ReDavid
August 13, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful brother. So lucky to have had you as my big brother, I will love you and miss you always.
Suzie
August 13, 2021
Our hearts are broken. We love and miss you so very much. Aunt Wooz & Uncle Pudge
Jett Thompson
August 13, 2021
So very saddened to hear of Dean's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to Lisa and his boys. Dean and I shared a passion for teaching and helping our co-workers. We both taught the IT 101 classes in our respective locations. I had many conversations over the last several years as we kept each other up to date on various things in IT and Boeing. He loved Boeing and his co-workers. He especially loved Lisa and his boys. He was so proud of his boys and loved watching them grow up. He will be greatly missed.
Lisa Koelewyn
August 13, 2021
Deeply saddened by this news. Dean was a coworker and friend, always upbeat, reliable, creative and fun. He will be missed by many, but I can't begin to imagine the void left for his family. My deepest sympathies to the whole family. May his memory be a blessing to you.
Chris York
August 13, 2021
Still in shock. A genuinely kind, thoughtful, considerate and humble man. Really enjoyed our one-on-one meetings, I don't think there was ever a time that Dean didn't mention his kids and family - and with such affection. A privilege to have known and worked with him.
Wendy Sommer
August 13, 2021
My deepest condolences to Lisa and the boys. You were his pride and joy, and you could tell, he loved his life and family. I had the privilege of first meeting Dean about 3 years ago, and I am so grateful to have known him. I would IM Dean to ask a question. We'd end up picking up the phone to chat. The question took 2 minutes, but our phone calls would last well past an hour. I learned pretty quickly If I didn't know who someone was at Boeing, Dean did. It never failed, I would tell him I was working with so and so, and he would immediately tell me, "I know him, I worked with him on such and such...Really great guy." He never had a negative thing to say about anyone. I will miss Dean's sense of humor. He knew how to keep us smiling, even when things were not going that well. Rest in Peace, my friend.
Subash Fernando
August 13, 2021
Thank you guys for the pictures, seeing our buddy smile in all those pictures shows what a loveable guy he was. It's very easy to be sad and shed lots of tears for an amazing human. I cherished our times together with Dean and Lisa. I talked to Dean two days before his vacation to let him know, I am coming to Charleston and looking forward to see Dean and the family. Brother Dean, you touched our hearts either by meeting us physically or virtually. I will miss you brother and love you. Lisa and the boys, please accept my condolences.
James Sterling
August 13, 2021
So sad to hear of Deans passing He was a great guy to work with at Boeing Very helpful and just a super nice guy Please accept my deepest condolences
Brian Wichmann
August 12, 2021
So thankful to have known Dean. He taught me a lot in a short time about the value of "building something back up" over "tearing something down" in tough times. Will cherish the short time we spent with Dean and family at a playground in Daniel Island, SC. Rest in peace friend.
Brett Perkerewicz
August 12, 2021
Dean was my friend and co-worker for the last 18 years. We talked a lot as Dean did with everyone and I'll miss him dearly. I always enjoyed when we got to travel and see each other in person and have a couple beers together. When I recently left Boeing he made sure to schedule an hour of time with just me and him 1:1 to talk and reminisce a bit before I left. That's just who Dean was and I was lucky to call him my friend. I'm thankful I got to have that time with him. I'll miss you bud.
Ron Carver
August 12, 2021
Dean was a good friend and coworker for many years. Above all he loved his family, I really enjoyed the Daily Dose of Will Facebook posts. He will be missed
Terri Lovato
August 12, 2021
I so loved working with Dean. He was such a joy to be around and his Philly sense of humor always made me smile. I will cherish memories of Dean. I am shocked and heartbroken about this. Lisa my heart aches for you and the kids. All my love. Terri Lovato
David Kennamer
August 12, 2021
A good man lost to the world. Always had is hand out or up to offer help. Condolences to the family of Dean.
Abraham Suarez
August 12, 2021
I met and worked with Dean once a long time ago, during my VTC support days. He was a great person to work with. I'm sorry to hear about his passing.....my condolences and prayers to his family on such a terrible loss.
Sonya Wilkins
August 12, 2021
Lisa, I am so very sad, and I know that it is nowhere near what you and your boys are going through. I have had a family member die suddenly, and I know there are no words to help heal your grief. All I can offer is my empathy, and just a few memories of Dean.
I never met Dean in person, but I feel like I have. Over the past year, I have been working with him on Office 365 account setups and have been in many of the same meetings. He was always a breath of fresh air in the often boring meetings he always was able to make us laugh with some thing funny he would quip about. I loved the fact that he would slip in quips about literature and such. A couple months ago, I called him and asked him to show me the process he used to create accounts, and by the time he was finished, I understood it his knowledge and patience was outstanding. But the best thing about that conversation was when we were done with work, somehow we got talking about family, and he showed me pictures of you and the boys, he told me some stories, and he showed a picture of your house. I loved talking with him and his pride and love for you and the boys was unmistakable. He has left a hole in my life, and I am certain the hole in your lives is unimaginably vast.
My love and healing wishes to you and your family. Sonya Wilkins
Mandy Boekenoogen
August 12, 2021
There are just no words right now. Lisa, I adored your family. I wish you were closer so I could watch those boys grow up and be there to help. I still remember my visit to your home and reading to the boys. God Dean was proud of them and loved you ferociously. The love he had and beamed with was always so palpable and envelopes everyone around him. His wit and charm and humor and intelligence and kindness in EVERY interaction will sorely be missed. We were blessed to have him for the time we did and I know his presence and strength in spirit will carry with you and the boys to provide you love and support forever on.
Bill Krenkler
August 12, 2021
What a great mentor and friend Dean was to me. I owe a lot of my career to him and the experiences we shared during our time in Philly. I miss you brother.
Daniel Berry
August 12, 2021
Dean was an amazing friend. His humor would always keep me laughing, and his wisdom he passed on to me will remain with me forever. Thank you for everything Dean, you will be missed.
Spencer Epps
August 12, 2021
Dean was a wonderful person and a great guys to work with. He will be sorely missed. My condolence to the family. You are in may prayers.
Ryan Martens
August 12, 2021
Dean was a great guy and great friend and has made a large impact on Boeing. Dean loved Boeing and the people of Boeing loved Dean. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Lisa and boys. You will be missed buddy and we will see you again someday.
Rand Carter
August 12, 2021
How shocked I was to learn of Dean's passing. I have know Dean since I started a long time ago at Ridley Park. He was an excellent mentor for me and always a good friend. He always had a smile and great sense of humor. We kept in touch while I bounced around the country for work and we both landed back in Charleston. I am praying for Lisa and the kids. My brother from a different mother, will be greatly missed.
Dean imitating the Fonz :)
Christopher Jensen
August 12, 2021
Always there with a helping thumb :) Nothing but smiles in all my memories!
Many Many Good Times... gonna miss ya Dean
Christopher Jensen
August 12, 2021
Knew Dean for seemingly forever... so many good times. He will be sorely missed.
Juliet Nguyen
August 12, 2021
Dean, you will be deeply missed. My condolences to Lisa and the sons.
Joe Jeter
August 12, 2021
I met Dean my first day at work at Boeing. He was a positive presence in the Charleston office and never met a stranger. Dean certainly brought his dry humor and wit to work every day and he will be sorely missed.
David Graefe
August 12, 2021
Great guy, father and friend. Dean was always willing to help lend a hand whether it was at work or home.
He will be missed by all and our thoughts are with Lisa and the boys.
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So many good memories over many years of friendship and working with Dean, such a tragic loss and my deep condolences. He will be missed and remembered fondly.
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