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Arthur Deans Obituary
Arthur A. Deans age 48 passed away peacefully on July 3, 2011.
Beloved son of late Antointte and Arthur Deans Sr. Survived by former wife Jackie Cooksey-Deans and their son Nicholas Deans, wife Renea Deans and their sons Turner and Christian Deans. Brother of Lisa Deans-Ramirez and Leslie Deans-Krupar. Uncle to Jessica and Rachelle Espinoza, Alexis Ramirez, Adrian and Danika Whitehall.
Arthur was known to many as an exceptional surfer. This was one of his greatest loves, second to his love of his sons. He was known for his caring and outgoing personality. Arthur made it a point to befriend everyone who crossed his path.
We want to especially thank Arthur's former mother in law Mary Bahr and daughter Jackie for graciously caring for and loving Arthur. You opened up your home and hearts in the last weeks of his life. We are eternally grateful for such kindness. Our thanks and gratitude to the Hospice of Santa Cruz for a job well done. To Arthur's many friends who helped our family with his care, we give thanks. Arthur will forever be riding that eternal wave in heaven!
In honor of Arthur, there will be a memorial at Steamer's lane Sunday August 21, 2011 followed by a paddle-out at Cowell's beach [Time to be anounced at a later date] "SEMPER FIDELIS" ^j^
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Hospice of Santa Cruz County or The American Cancer.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Arthur Deans
Darryl
July 4, 2024
A real good friend in need indeed.
CAT
July 4, 2023
Arthur, didn't get to meet you; but Leslie, speaks so highly of you and lets me get to know of you. Rest in Heavenly Peace. XOCAT
Darryl Hightower
July 4, 2020
Great guy to be around.
CAT
July 4, 2020
Rest in peace Arthur, and keep that watchful eye out for your sister Leslie, who loves you dearly. Love CAT
Catherine Torrice
July 4, 2019
Rest in peace Arthur. I did not know you personally, but as the brother to my dearest friend Leslie, I pray for your loved ones. CAT
kimberly Park Walsh
April 14, 2012
Hey old friend I know the surf is good in heaven thinking about u and our good times......life waz fun and exiting and started w you....hugs xoxoxo!
Lisa Deans-Ramirez
April 3, 2012
Arthur, I was looking at a photo card of Steamers Lane today thought I brought back to Ohio last year. I thought of you out there surfing and doing your majic in the water! I miss you every day and hope they have beautiful waves for you in the heavens...Love you, your big Sis Lisa
April 2, 2012
Arthur,
I thought of a photo today, just out of the blue. I remember the surfer in the caption had your name. I typed your name into my computer, to see the photo again, and to be stoked by the beautiful shot and your timeless style. Thanks for the stoke.
Donna Sarkes Fortina
March 25, 2012
Arthur, I thought about you and saw you surfing again on Moonstone Beach. I will forever see you when I go down there <3
Lisa Deans-Ramirez
November 25, 2011
Happy Thanksgiving my lil brother. I miss you and wish you were here with us. I love you forever...
Kimberly Park Walsh
October 11, 2011
Hope your resting peaceful Arthur......prayers to your family and children
Darryl Hightower
August 28, 2011
Arthur you was one of my best friends as a child,and you always treated me with respect. I'll always love you for that.
Staci Hines
August 27, 2011
It was one year and 6 months ago I ran into Arthur at Longs on 41st.
He was his usual happy enthusiastic self. I hadn't seen him in years. I asked how & what he had been doing over the years.
He replied, well right now I'm fighting for my life!" To my surprise he had just been diagnosed and was informed that he only had a year or so to live. "My god... what does a person say to that?" I gave him a hug and he smiled and said, "Reality sucks, but hey thats life!" I could hardly believe what he had just told me. He asked me to do him a favor......he said, when I die will you bring me flowers to my funeral? I could hardly reply as I was still in shock,but told him of course I would. Unfortunately I learned of his passing too late. So this is for you Arthur, I'm sending you this candle....May you Rest in Peace you happy soul.
Michael Perko
August 21, 2011
Your in my thoughts and prayers, Rest in Peace
Lisa Deans
August 3, 2011
Dearest Arthur, aka Dino, Jr and Arti boy-I can't shake the sadness I feel since you have been gone. I miss your phone calls and hearing your voice. We had a lot of good talks whether happy or sad. I pray your sons, though very young, remember how much you loved them and what a good father you were. I love you and miss you everyday...Lisa
murf
August 1, 2011
Arthur Deans Is a real Surfer and always was. He could get tubed and come out on a mushy day at the Lane are a great day at the harbor. Back in the day, he would let you know if you were not up and would back it up. I always have had respect for him in the water, and as a hard working Carpenter as well.
Theresa young Tucciarelli
August 1, 2011
You are missed my long time friend, I'm so glad for the times we spent together. Forever in my heart and memories
MATT DOLL
July 30, 2011
ARTHUR DINES WHAT A SANTA CRUZ NAME W/S THRU MID TOWN TO E/S TO THE BLUE WATER OF THEE NORTH SHORE HI. I NEW ARTY AND LESILE FROM DREAM INN AND SURFING W[S IN EARLY 80S TILL THE MILLENIUM I CAUGHT UP WITH ARTHUR IN THE LAST YEAR OF HIS LIFE MY AUNTIE LET HIM STAY IN MAKESHIFT GARAGE NEXT TO HER CABIN WHICH SITS LITTERLY ON CLIFF END OF 24TH AVE WERE I STARTED IN LATE 50s I VISITED HIM REGULARY AND TOOK HIM TO SURF BIG LANE 6-8FT HE CHARGED LIKE HE WAS 25 I COUDNT BELIEVE WHAT I WAS SEEING HE HAD GOOD DAYZ AND BAD HE WAS ON A GOODY HE SAW FAMILAR FACES HE WAS SO STOKED AND JACKES GOIN BAC TO E/S A BIT AFTER ARTY TOOK SPIRAL DOWN I SAW HIM AT ST. GEORG HOTEL GAVE NEW SHORTS SHIRT AND SLAPS TOLD EM YOULL HAVE SOMETHING TO WEAR AT BEACH AT SAID YEA RIGHT I SAID TAHATS RIGHT I LAID DOWN NEXT TO HIM WATCHED TV NOT AWORD THEN SPLIT SAW HIM ON --BED-- 2 DAYS BEFORE PASSING PUT SHELL IN HIS HAND I LUV YA BRAH MISS YA ARTY
Natalie D
July 26, 2011
I am sad to hear of Arthur's passing. Living as a teen in the 80's near Stockton Ave., it was impossible to miss his effervescent presence. I will always remember sweet, beautiful and wild Arthur Deans. My sympathy to his family.
teresa quijance
July 21, 2011
Rest in Peace. Healing prayers for your family...love and God's light be with you now <3
Stacy Erba Anders
July 21, 2011
May God wrap his loving arm's around your family as they are sadend of the loss of thier loving brother. Life will never be the same with out you. Prayers to your family. God Bless my friends.
Matt Micuda
July 17, 2011
Arty Boy!
A lot of fun times with you and Joe Stoops heading up north for a surf.
Also you set me up with the most smokin hot girl when I was 16! I'll never forget that my friend! You knew ALL of them! God bless! Give my love to Rita!
Jennifer Poth
July 16, 2011
My thoughts are with your family.
July 16, 2011
Rest in Peace Arthur. I didn't know you personally, but as the brother to my dearest friend Leslie, I pray for your loved ones. CAT
leslie deans-krupar
July 16, 2011
Dear Brother,
I will be missing you for the rest of my life...Thankful for the time God allowed us to share... I know we will be together again one day..Until then, I will look for you in the Sunsets..I love you, your baby sis XXOO
Nicole Schultz- Lacey
July 15, 2011
Arthur, lots of old time memories god bless u and your family. REST IN PEACE!! oh ya say hello to my mom!!!
bradley halcomb
July 15, 2011
artie, you will always be the best surfer stockton ave ever knew, and to those who dont know artie was a mid town boy from live oak, he learned to swim in my pool, and we were friends. he and i went to juvenile hall when we were 14 years old accused of throwing paint ballons at mission hill jr high. and it wasnt even us. we just wanted to sneak into the dance so i could see leslie. lol, my mom came and got us as arthurs father said leave him in there, surfers never actually die, they become rainbows in the offshore wind
Donna Sarkes-Fortina
July 15, 2011
Arthur, cousin and friend, I really miss you and my heart is heavy but these last couple of months have been the saddest for all of us. I know that when you finally let go and took that perfect wave into that most amazing place any of us could ever imagine you did so knowing you would be with God and your family and friends who have gone before you. I also know how hard it was for you to let go and leave your family here, you were so very determined as you always have been. Your spirit lives on little buddy. See you again someday.
Kirstin Schmitt
July 15, 2011
arthur, i have so many fun memories of you when u and kim were together and i was the 3rd wheel at the restaurant but u were generous and kind. may u rest in peace and look over your daughter from above.
Sydney Altano -Denham
July 15, 2011
I knew Arthur back in high school, he was a bright shining happy soul! I'm so sorry for your families loss, no doubt he will be missed!
Therese Guertin-Davis
July 15, 2011
So sad to hear..alot of good ole memories from our teen years. Rest in peace Arthur. +
anthony ruffo
July 15, 2011
ARTIE BOY & I did alot together! he partied hard,surfed hard ,loved hard & lived hard!!we had our differences but deep down was a good friend!! RIP HOMEBOY!
Randy Egner
July 14, 2011
Arthur, Arthur, Arthur….all the stories I have of us. ‘Art’ was a dear friend, onetime ‘best friend’ for many of our adolescent years…the formidable years. Too many surf adventures to recall, but the best ones are waking up early at his Stockton Ave home and just going down the street. I was truly amazed, at Arts ability to recollect some of these stories. For a guy who burned his life candle brighter than most and even with his post brain surgery, Art was able to recall stories I couldn’t even remember. The guy was smarter than he got credit for, loved in a way that was felt by all, and surfed some great waves in his life. He lived a hard life, but he also lived a full life, and it is good knowing that he is surfing in the heavens right now…complete with that big smile of his looking down on all of us. God Bless bud and looking forward to when we meet again.
Cindy Kramer
July 14, 2011
May the love, compassion and spirit you so embraced live through your children and in the hearts of those who love you forever.
May God bless your beautiful soul forever..
Kimberly Park-Walsh
July 13, 2011
Arthur was definitely a one of a kind person and charming is the first word that comes to my mind when I think of him! RIP Arthur Deans you were loved....
Patricia (AKA Patsy) Ybarra
July 13, 2011
Arthur your infectious smile always lifted my spirits once upon a time back in the day. May you find peace on your journey to heaven. My condolences to your entire family..
Kirk Jenkins
July 13, 2011
Arthur was a good friend . Went to school with him . Years past and feel out of contact. 2009 I ended up in Maui and found a short board shaped for Arthur Deans . What could be the chance ????? Got ahold of his Sis Lisa and found out that it was Arthur's . Small world. May His Family Be At Peace Knowing Arthur Is Home With JESUS !!!! "GOD BLESS MY FRIEND"....
Suzy Rodoni-Silverberg
July 12, 2011
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
John Windt
July 12, 2011
Summer of 2010 I was visiting Santa Cruz from here back East. We both froze and did that classic "hey, wait I know you look" You had me sit and listen as you read from the book you wrote for your daughter. There we were in front of Logo's on a bench under the blazing sun as you went on about how much you love your little girl. Your fingers looked so worn and tired. I felt so sad but I don't anymore because now... you're Free :)
dawn olson
July 12, 2011
I knew Arthur mainly through our mothers who were friends when we were in high school. My thoughts are with his family, I know he will be missed.
July 12, 2011
I did'nt know Arthur, but my sister JoAnn did..she also lost Carl her son..my heart goes out to you Lisa.
Lisa Deans-Ramirez
July 12, 2011
May your eternal light in your soul never go out. You will forever be missed. Until we meet again, good night sweet prince....Love, your big Sis oxoxo
Patty Alvarez- Garcia
July 12, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
July 11, 2011
I will miss Arthur and always be grateful that we had reunited in friendship over the past few years. I will miss his smile, humor and that warm heart of his. Arthur - you were loved. Lisa, Leslie, Jackie, Renea my heart is with you all.
N.T
nancy hall
July 11, 2011
arthur was my very first real boyfriend back when we were about 13 or 14 years old. i have thought about him a lot over the years and am so sorry to hear about his passing.
Cindi Guidry (Edelschein)
July 11, 2011
I have known Arthur since we were about 11 or 12 years old and have such wonderful memories of hanging out with him and the trove of kids on the west side. Always quick with a smile and a smart alec comment. My love and sympathy goes out to his family and friends who will miss him dearly.
tammy hall
July 10, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Julie Hansen
July 10, 2011
Arthur, you were always such a gentle spirit with a warm smile and that is what I will cherish about you as you look down from above! See you soon buddy! xoxoxoxo
Cynthia Cummings
July 10, 2011
I did not know Arthur or his family but can see by this remeberence that he was loved. His ex and her family must be wonderful people, but Arthur must have been remarkable to mean so much to so many. My sympathies to all his loved ones, especially his children.
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