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Brian Deel Obituary
PENDLETON, IN -- Brian S (Kong) Deel, age 65, died peacefully Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at his home in Pendleton, Indiana with his loving wife by his side.
He was born February 8, 1958, in Mt. Gilead to the late Kenneth L. and L. Ruth (Pemberton) Deel.
He worked at HPM for many years. To most people around Morrow County, he was known as Kong and that name followed him throughout his life.
He is survived by his wife Lou Ann (Stephenson) Deel, her 3 sons, Elliott (Anupama) Stapleton, John Paul (Renee) Stapleton, and Kyle Wright, siblings Sandy Ackerman, Keith (Jan) Deel, Beverly Deel, Steve (Connie) Deel, Sue Deel, Ray (Trish) Deel, nieces and nephews Erin Deel, Colleen Deel, Paul (Ashley) Gullett, Lacy (Dustin Bovee) Ackerman, Tyler (Jen) Deel, Jared Deel, Kyle Deel, Clay Deel and his beloved dogs Skooter and Skeeter.
There will be visitation at First Baptist Church in Mt Gilead Saturday, March 4, 2023, from 11:00 to 1:00.
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Sharon Strain (Curtis)
March 15, 2023
Kong is a name I heard often from my brother, Curt. They were good friends and he was included in many of Curt's stories of their escapades. They are now reunited and probably laughing together again. My condolences to you and your family. He brought joy and friendship to mine.
Mark Eggleston
March 5, 2023
Good friend we had alot of good times rip my friend
Alan Baker
March 3, 2023
Worked with Kong for a number of years at HPM plant one. Was a well liked co-worker, fun to be around. My condolences and GOD bless him and his his family.
Joanna (Wigton) Foltz
March 3, 2023
So sorry to hear of Brian´s passing. My God bless your whole family as you go through this difficult time.
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Cindy Benedict Cowles
March 3, 2023
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Roger Cooper
March 2, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. He was a fun guy to work with...
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