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Jean Deem

1933 - 2017

Jean Deem obituary, 1933-2017, Lake Station, IN

BORN

1933

DIED

2017

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Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel - Portage

5341 Central Ave.

Portage, Indiana

Jean Deem Obituary

Jean Deem, age 83, of Lake Station, passed away Thursday, July 27, 2017 at home surrounded by her family. She was born on December 6, 1933 to the late Dorrie and Julia Carmin. On January 15, 1955, she married the love of her life, Charles Deem, who preceded her in death. In her free-time, Jean enjoyed bowling three times a week. She loved to go out to eat and enjoyed her Texas trips every year. Above all, she loved her family and cherished the time she spent with her grandchildren. Jean is survived by her sons, David (Tammy) Deem, Dennis Deem, Don (Tonya) Deem; daughter, Dee (Bob) Troup; grandchildren, Nicole (David) Forsythe, David Deem, Jr., Joe Deem, Jade (Josh) Breedlove, Kara Deem, Leah (Hunter) Brumble, Christopher (Erinn) Deem, Rob Troup, Christopher (Melinda) Troup; 8 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Deem in 1997; daughter, Dory Infante in 1991; grandson, Manuel Infante in 1996. A funeral service for Jean will take place Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at 10:00 am at Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel, 5341 Central Avenue, Portage with Brother Don Deem officiating. She will be laid to rest at Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be held Tuesday, August 1, 2017 from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm at the funeral home. For more information, please call (219) 762-3013. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.reesfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Post-Tribune from Jul. 28 to Jul. 31, 2017.

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July 30, 2017

My deepest sympathies for your loss, May the God of all comfort bring your family peace . Romans 12:12

Terry & Jack Spears

July 28, 2017

Dee, so sorry to hear about your mom. I enjoyed our once a year 4th meetings on your front lawn. She was a hoot. Thinking of you today.

Terry & Jack Spears

July 28, 2017

Dee, so sorry to hear about your mom. I loved our once a year meetings for the 4th on your front lawn. She was such a hoot. Thinking of you today.

Amanda Gibson Hawley

July 28, 2017

Don & family, I am very sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers and thoughts. Love and miss all of you.

Karen Deem

July 27, 2017

Rest in Peace.Thank you for being the most loving Mother in-law, Grandmother and Great Grandmother.

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Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel - Portage

5341 Central Ave., Portage, IN 46368

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5341 Central Ave., Portage, IN 46368

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