Samuel Ray Dean

Samuel Ray Dean obituary, Elkton, VA

Samuel Ray Dean

Samuel Dean Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kyger Funeral Home - Elkton on Nov. 26, 2024.

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Samuel Ray Dean, 46, of Shenandoah, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024 at his home. He was born June 25, 1978 in Rockingham County and was the son of Samuel A. and Elizabeth "Liz" Shifflett Dean.
Samuel had many challenges his whole life but had a special relationship with God. He attended school in Harrisonburg as well as the Catholic and Pentecostal church and always carried his Rosary. He enjoyed MMA (Mixed Marshall Arts) and loved spending time with his family. He will be missed by all those who knew and loved him.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his son, Conner Edenfield; daughters, Melinda Dean and Nicole Dean; brothers, Matthew Scott Dean and Cody Dean and 1 granddaughter.
The family will receive friends 12 to 1 p.m., Friday, November 29, 2024 at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton.
A Graveside Service will follow at Dean Mountain Cemetery with Pastor Rose Hensley officiating.

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