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Bannan Funeral Home - AlpenaGerald Dean Obituary
Jerry was born on December 20, 1937, in Alpena to the late Walter and Olga (Meggert) Dean. On August 26, 2006, he married Diana (French) Hale. He worked at Huron Portland Cement Company and later Walmart, however, he was always a tree farmer, owning and operating Dean Tree Farm. Jerry had a love for the woods, enjoyed dancing, but most importantly was spending time with family.
Surviving are his wife, Diana; 3 children, Lori (Kieth) Bleau, Connie (Bill) Barnes, Daniel (Mel) Dean; 4 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; Diana's family, Dawn (Albert) Skiba, Christina (Richard) Skiba, Margie (Jeff) Manley; 7 grandchildren; and 8 great grandchildren.
Jerry was preceded in death by his brother, Larry Dean; sister, Anna Rude and several other siblings.
A graveside service will take place at Evergreen Cemetery on Friday, April 17, 2026, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Timothy Decker officiating. Arrangements have been handled by the Bannan Funeral Home.
Interment: Evergreen Cemetery
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hospice of Michigan or Second Chance Animal Shelter.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Evergreen Cemetery
1032 W. Washington Ave., Alpena, MI 49707
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