Dean C. Speer

Dean C. Speer, 55, died Friday May 17 at Lane County Hospital in Dighton, Kansas. He was born July 30, 1968 at Lane County Hospital in Dighton, Kansas; the son of Jarold Edwin and Elsie Beth (Johnston) Speer.
Dean was born and raised in Dighton, Kansas, where he graduated from Dighton High School in 1986. After high school, he attended McPherson College, where he studied and received a scholarship to play football. Though he enjoyed football, Dean found that his true calling was not in the classroom. He returned to Dighton to pursue a career in agriculture, becoming a full-time farmer and cattleman.
Not long after returning to Dighton, Dean met his ex-wife, Amy. Together, they had six children. Dean was a loving and devoted family man. He lived to be a father and loved every moment he spent raising children. His kindness, work ethic, and joyful personality was passed on to his children, whom he was immensely proud of.
In his earlier years, he attained his pilot's license, an achievement he was very proud of. Known for his work ethic and strength, Dean lived by the mantra, "anything worth doing is worth doing right." He loved the challenge of making something out of nothing whether it be creatively solving everyday problems or to bring happiness to his children. His dedication to his work was matched by his ability to bring joy and laughter to those around him. Dean had a knack for storytelling and a sense of humor that could light up any room. He enjoyed playing the guitar, listening to music, and spending time with his beloved dog, Ozzy. Dean also loved watching new shows and cherished moments with his friends and family. For the last two years he also enjoyed his time with his companion Merri Breit of Hoisington, Kansas whom he loved dearly.
Survivors include his children- Hannah Speer, Benjamin Speer, Leslie Alinor, Jordan Speer, Lani Speer, and Carlie Speer. Siblings- Lloyd Speer of Sylvan Grove, Doug Speer of Garden City, Kansas, James Speer of Hutchinson, Kansas, Brett Speer of Lake Hills, Texas, and Magen Speer of Scott City, Kansas. He is preceded in death by his parents and one brother- Jarrett Speer.
Memorial Services will be held at 10:30 am Saturday June 1, 2024 at the Dighton United Methodist Church with Rev. A.G. Turner officiating. Burial will follow in the Dighton Memorial Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Dean Speer Memorial Fund in care of Boomhower Funeral Home. Boomhower Funeral Home P.O. Box 891 Dighton, Kansas 67839