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RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Jimmy Dean, a country music legend for his smash hit about a workingman hero, "Big Bad John," and an entrepreneur known for his sausage brand, died on Sunday. He was 81.

His wife, Donna Meade Dean, said her husband died at their Henrico County, Va., home.

She told The Associated Press that he had some health problems but was still functioning well, so his death came as a shock. She said he was eating in front of the television. She left the room for a time and came back and he was unresponsive. She said he was pronounced dead at 7:54 p.m.

"He was amazing," she said. "He had a lot of talents."

Born in 1928, Dean was raised in poverty in Plainview, Texas, and dropped out of high school after the ninth grade. He went on to a successful entertainment career in the 1950s and '60s that included the nationally televised "The Jimmy Dean Show."

In 1969, Dean went into the sausage business, starting the Jimmy Dean Meat Co. in his hometown. He sold the company to Sara Lee Corp. in 1984.

Dean lived in semiretirement with his wife, who is a songwriter and recording artist, on their 200-acre estate just outside Richmond, where he enjoyed investing, boating and watching the sun set over the James River.

In 2009 a fire gutted their home, but his Grammy for "Big Bad John," a puppet made by Muppets creator Jim Henson, a clock that had belonged to Prince Charles and Princess Diana and other valuables were saved. Lost were a collection of celebrity-autographed books, posters of Dean with Elvis Presley and other prized possessions.

Donna Meade Dean said the couple had just moved back into their reconstructed home.

With his drawled wisecracks and quick wit, Dean charmed many fans. But in both entertainment and business circles, he was also known for his tough hide. He fired bandmate Roy Clark, who went onto "Hee Haw" fame, for showing up late for gigs.

More recently, a sc rap with Sara Lee led to national headlines.

The Chicago-based company let him go as spokesman in 2003, inciting Dean's wrath. He issued a statement titled "Somebody doesn't like Sara Lee," claiming he was dumped because he got old.

"The company told me that they were trying to attract the younger housewife, and they didn't think I was the one to do that," Dean told The Associated Press in January 2004. "I think it's the dumbest thing. But you know, what do I know?"

Sara Lee has said that it chose not to renew Dean's contract because the "brand was going in a new direction" that demanded a shift in marketing.

Dean grew up in a musical household. His mother showed him how to play his first chord on the piano. His father, who left the family, was a songwriter and singer. Dean taught himself to play the accordion and the harmonica.

His start in the music business came as an accordionist at a tavern near Bolling Air Force Base in Washington, D.C., wh ere he was stationed in the 1940s. After leaving the Air Force in 1948, he fronted his band, the Texas Wildcats, and drew a strong local following through appearances on Washington-area radio.

By the early 1950s, Dean's band had its first national hit in "Bummin' Around."

"Big Bad John," which is about a coal miner who saves fellow workers when a mine roof collapses, became a big hit in 1961 and won a Grammy. The star wrote it in less than two hours.

His fame led him to a string of television shows, including "The Jimmy Dean Show" on CBS. Dean's last big TV stint was ABC's version of "The Jimmy Dean Show" from 1963 to 1966.

Dean in February was elected to the Country Music Hall of Fame. He was to be inducted in October and his wife said she thinks he was looking forward to it.

Dean became a headliner at venues like Carnegie Hall and the Hollywood Bowl and became the first country star to play on the Las Vegas strip. He was the first guest host on "The Tonight Show," and also was an actor with parts in television and the movies, including the role of James Bond's ally Willard Whyte in the 1971 film "Diamonds Are Forever."

Besides his wife, Dean is survived by three children and two grandchildren, Donna Meade Dean said. Arrangements have not be made, but it will be a private service, she said.

In the late '60s, Dean entered the hog business - something he knew well. His family had butchered hogs, with the young Dean whacking them over the head with the blunt end of an ax. The Dean brothers - Jimmy and Don - ground the meat and their mother seasoned it.

The Jimmy Dean Meat Co. opened with a plant in Plainview. After six months, the company was profitable.

His fortune was estimated at $75 million in the early '90s.

Having watched other stars fritter away their fortunes, Dean said he learned to be careful with his money.

"I've seen so many people in this business that made a fortune," h e told the AP. "They get old and broke and can't make any money. ... I tell you something, ... no one's going to play a benefit for Jimmy Dean."

Dean said then that he was at peace at his estate and that he had picked a spot near the river where he wanted to be buried.

"It's the sweetest piece of property in the world, we think," he told the Richmond Times-Dispatch. "It sure is peaceful here."


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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Jun. 14, 2010.

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885 Entries

Connie banks

December 3, 2024

Loved him in acting and music..he will be missed

Leslie Redaway

October 16, 2024

Rest In Heaven

Linda Ann Wynn Sims

March 7, 2024

"I am a North Carolina native, now 80.". . "Always enjoyed watching his Jimmy Dean Show!". . Googled to date, felt like responding, felt he was a nice person!". .... [email protected]

J F

September 12, 2023

Loved your music, loved your sausage, and you had the honest, open, caring, down-home personality like the folks I grew up around in West Virginia. I believe you must have grown up the same way in your home town. RIP, Jimmy Dean.

Becky Johnston

August 12, 2023

We luvd hearing you sing n watch you act. We've eaten ur mother's n your sausage for yrs. I'm glad that your mom n my mom were great friends. We luvd her. She stayed so sweet no matter. We were all proud of you. You rose above hardship. So glad you stayed humble as well. Rip guy. I didn't know they had this on here till now bout you. But now that I know. Now your with your mom n your other luvd ones. Sure miss hearing you sing. But glad to get to hear your voice on advertisements. Some day maybe we will meet and I get to see ur dear sweet mom again n your brother Don.

Kathy

August 24, 2022

in the early 50s, my grandparent's lived on Chapman Ave in Roanoke VA. They took me across the street to meet a young man who lived there. They said his name was Jimmy Dean and that he was a good singer and was going to be famous. He took me for rides on his shoulders. I was about 3 years old and it was a story that my grandparent's told me. I remember what the house looked like and riding on someone's shoulders. Did Jimmy ever rent a room in a house on Chapman Ave at the time that he was just beginning to have his music played on the radio?

Sue

May 8, 2021

My Dad was always singing that Song Big Bad John when it came on the Radio when I was 10 he told me why.
My Dad met my Mom in early 40s they got engaged and went to meet her family. My Dad was 21 when his Dad passed away. My Moms name was Dorothy Dean. He shared the story of his Dad coming from Montenegro and 1st worked at a Mine in Bisbee, Arizona then later went to Miami to work in a mine. About 3 years later he went back to Montenegro and married my Grandmother. There was a collapse at the mine but he survived that. My Grandfather was 6’6 and weighed about 245. My Dad said the Song was partly based on my Grandfather!
My Mothers Father was Edward Powell Dean possibly related to Jimmys Father.
My Dad died in 1996 I wish I could have met Jimmy to make sure this is true. If nothing else it makes me think about my Grandfather who I never got to meet BIG JOHN!

DEBORA HOUSE

February 15, 2021

IRV AND I LOVED HIS MUSIC !!!!!!! MY DAD WAS QUITE A HUGE FAN !!!!!!! WE ENJOYED WATCHING HIM ON DANIEL BOONE !!!!!!! MY DAD COULD NOT MISS HEE HAW !!!!!!! JIMMY WAS ABSOLUTELY AMAZINGLY AWESOME !!!!!!!

AUSTIN RAINES

May 21, 2020

I was a fan for years, I believe Jimmy is home now, and we still miss his tv shows. I never met Jimmy but later I will when we all get to Heaven.

Algie L Lawrence

February 2, 2020

He Was the Greatest Singer And Actor.Of All Times.

Monica Brooks

November 2, 2019

Thank you for being such a wonderful addition to the entertainment world.

SYLVIA STEACY

July 26, 2019

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Charles Riley

April 27, 2019

You were the best. Rest In Peace

February 16, 2019

You sang the first song that I ever remember hearing on the radio, I was three years old, and still remember when they would play " Big Bad John. Your sausage is pretty good too! Rest Easy Mr.Dean

Brenda Freeman

January 13, 2019

I enjoyed his TV program and music.

Bob Timme

January 8, 2019

Meet Jimmy once in approximately 1984. I was in the cold storage door business and stopped at the plant in Plainview, Texas to see about selling them new or replacement cooler or freezer doors. Was very outgoing and friendly. Always enjoyed his singing.

Regina Sims

December 15, 2018

Love this Man. Very talented. Love music and laughter. A great loss.

Steve Miller

November 22, 2018

You are an encouragement Im my country music performance career. Will never forget you Jimmy.

Viola Clay

October 16, 2018

Enjoyed your music and television appearances. Gonna miss you. Also still enjoying that great sausage! RIP

Linda Haster

September 5, 2018

Linda Haster

Dorothy Rider

August 30, 2018

He was a great singer and Actor, always liked him in Boone shoes. Rest In Peace Jimmy Dean. Great

August 9, 2018

RIP Jimmy. You were a legend.

C.J. Hinds

July 12, 2018

Julia Macias

July 1, 2018

Add your message here.
Rest in peace Mr. Dean.
You were a great performer.

Ruth Leath

June 21, 2018

Rest in peace.

LuAnn Flores

June 19, 2018

You are a part of my childhood. When I think of you, I think of my parents. You are missed!

Cynthia

June 17, 2018

I was watching reruns of Daniel Boone on T.V. today when there was Jimmy Dean in one of the supporting roles. I had some memories when I was a very small child of him. I was born in Washington, DC and my family moved to nearby Maryland when I was little. Our next door neighbor in our apartment building was Dub Howington, who had hired Jimmy Dean to play in his band. Even as a small child I knew they played in many local country establishments, including the Crossroads, I think the Dixie Pig and Wigwam. I remembered watching Mr. Dean on the local T.V. show (I think called Country Time). Mr. Howington sometimes appeared on it. My mom was born a country girl from Virginia; she loved their music. I enjoyed it too. I was surprised to see this Legacy book still online accepting postings. Just thought I'd share my memory. I really enjoyed his show, even when I was a little tyke. Loved Big Bad John. Think I recall seeing the muppets on his show. Good memories. Sorry he is no longer with us.

Ann Stegman

June 10, 2018

His voice brings back fond memories of my high school days when us kids got dressed next to our gas stove in the living room while watching the Jimmy Dean TV show. I will never forget him. Great show!

June 5, 2018

He probably was a good christen man but I can't figure out how a man got electricuted working on the Big Bad John and Jimmie Dean could not be severed papers and the sever was threatened. Within hours the boat was moved out of Fort La into international waters.
The mans widow lives today in proverty and the Jimmie Dean is praised. This is all in the courthouse in Dade County.

Sheila Wells

June 3, 2018

8 years after the fact... I grew up watching his tv show and listening to his music... Lmamind you I was just a little kid of 7 and 8 ....but the fact is Is that he looked just like my dad! And he and my mom was in Texas. He was doing trading for a government job. My sister and I were staying with my grand parents . so every week we'd watch his show!!!

Darlene Coultas

June 1, 2018

Sorry to see you go. And I love your sausage and I still eat it because it is so yummmmy

R.I.P MR. DEAN

Thomas & Libby Widgeon

January 31, 2018

Sorry For Your Loss!

April 1, 2017

My name is Brad Custer, I believe I am the owner of the white Lincoln towncar limo that would drive Jimmy around. I am asking if any persons who reads this who knew anything about this white limo to please contact me. My email is [email protected]

Theresa Rand

October 28, 2016

My father was Jimmy's mechanic in Tenafly, NJ and I had the opportunity to meet him. Him and the family were real.

Harry Simpson

June 14, 2016

Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us. Godspeed.

Rest Jimmy, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.

Thank you for your service to this nation.

Bernadette Hanson

July 12, 2015

I was to young when Jimmy Dean had his TV show so never got to watch it. But always enjoyed watching Jimmy when he was on Ralph Emery's show Nashville Now on what was once upon a time The Nashville Network during the early 1990's. Great network back then.
Miss You- Big Bad John

carol curtis

June 21, 2015

I remember JIMMY saying on tv "I am so blessed my cup is so full, and my saucer runneth over." I just viewed his son on RFD Larry's country Diner ! just like His Dad!
Both sweet kind caring men. carol from WA.

candy Mitchell

May 3, 2015

I GREW UP ON THE OLD COUNYRY BOYS, GEORGE JONES, JOHNNY HORTON, BUCK OWENS, BUT IT WAS JIMMY DEAN THAT I ADMIRD THE MOST. WATCH HIS SHOWS ALL THE TIME. HE WAS DOWN TO EARTH NO, MATTER HOW FAMOUS HE BECAME.. SO JIMMY, YOUR UP THERE SMILING DOWN AT US, AND PLAYING A SONG. RIP MY FRIEND.
CANDY SOUTH CAROLINA

Janice Fortin

October 11, 2014

When did he die?

r

May 30, 2014

This was truly an amazing person with so much talent the loss is clearly ours. Prayers fill our hearts while singing praises to God asking him to let us never forget the love we have for this wonderful person gone from our lives never forgetting the joy we shared experiencing a great talent. Hebrews 6:10.

Audrey C.

May 3, 2014

I remember Jimmy and his wife Sue back in the 50's when he was just starting up! They were such nice people!! God Bless you Sue and Jimmy!

Jazmine Jernigan

April 30, 2014

I think he was the best Person I Knew.

ANITA MICHAL

July 23, 2013

Jimmy was one of my favorite singers.I can remember laying in the floor watching the JIMMY DEAN SHOW as a kid.I still listen to his music.It was a sad day when he left us. He will be greatly missed..But never forgotten..

Sharon Kay

May 14, 2013

May you "REST IN PEACE" I met you back in the sixties when I was in my teens. Omaha Nebraska
I have your autograph, Loved your music and smile. Enjoyed your Television shows. My mother loved the song To A Sleeping Beauty!! God Bless, Love, Sharon Kay

PATRICK ROBINSON

May 4, 2013

JIMMY DEAN THE LEGEND

Richard Owen

March 3, 2013

"Big Bad John" Will Live On In Lore Forevermore. Rest In Peace, Kind Sir. See You On The Other Side Some Beautiful Day.

February 23, 2013

I went to see Jimmy Dean with my mother in the early 60s. I remember he had them turn all the lights out in Freedom Hall (Lou Ky.) and then asked the audience to hold up a lit match or lighter. It was beautiful. Of course this wouldn't be allowed today but still was a fine memory. He will be missed.

ernest wright

November 22, 2012

i like your singing ever since i saw you on television about 50 year ago while you had patsy kline on you tv show

mary miller

September 14, 2012

welisten to him for along time. we love his sausage.will be greatly missed.

July 12, 2012

jeanette loved his musicin the 50

John Kines,Jr.

April 22, 2012

I became a Jimmy Dean fan while watching "The Jimmy Dean Show" on ABC is the 1960's. I've been a fan ever since and particularly enjoy his huge hit song, "Big Bad John." He always brought excitment and laughter whenever he appeared on television! A one of a kind entertainer that we will truly miss!

December 13, 2011

To A good ole boy,I played'I owe you'to my sons,all the time,I'd like to thank you,for that.They are good boys.Sing loud in heaven,Jim,we will be lisening.Love

anita roberts

December 13, 2011

To A good ole boy,I played'I owe you'to my sons,all the time,I'd like to thank you,for that.They are good boys.Sing loud in heaven,Jim,we will be lisening.Love

Kathryn Schroy

May 21, 2011

I have been a fan of Jimmy Dean since childhood and absolutely loved his laid back lifestyle. I want to thank him for so many wonderful shows he has done and his sausage was delicious. Thank you! :-)

February 21, 2011

Back in the day, I lived on the same road as Jimmy Dean in Plainview, Texas, in Gardenville. His Mother used to cut my hair. Then, I saw and met Jimmy again in Amarillo when he was selling his book. Jimmy will always be missed.

January 23, 2011

I used to live down the road from Jimmy and his family in Plainview Texas. Jimmy will always be missed.

Donna Dean & Fletcher Rick

Lisa Rick

January 14, 2011

Donna & Jimmy Dean with their band at Jimmy's Book Release Party!

Lisa Rick

January 14, 2011

Fletcher Rick, Jimmy Dean, & Walt Smith at Jimmy's Book Release Party!

Lisa Rick

January 14, 2011

Lisa & Fletcher Rick

January 14, 2011

Donna & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss! His legacy will live long past our lives in the hearts of millions who may have never gotten the opportunity to meet him. He was a good hugger & a kind man. I remember many times late in his life where he would visit the record store, Memory Lane Records/Record Finders, & glance through the records to see if anyone would notice who he was. Of coarse he would get plenty of attention as soon as he was noticed. He was a very sweet man & loved his fans. I only visited your home once with my husband, Fletcher Rick, as a guest of my step-father, Walt Smith, during the book release. Although we were not stars of any kind, Donna, you were the best hostess I have ever met! You & your friends welcomed us in & made us feel like part of the family! I want you to know that you are in our prayers always! We wish you the best in life!
Sincerely,
Lisa Rick

In Remembrance Of Jimmy Dean-Jeff & Janice

Jeff & Janice Eble

November 6, 2010

Jesus The Resurrection & Life-Welcome Home Jimmy-Jeff & Janice

Jeff & Janice Eble

November 6, 2010

Wings Of Love-Jeff & Janice

Jeff & Janice Eble

November 6, 2010

In Loving Memory Of Jimmy Dean-Jeff & Janice

Jeff & Janice Eble

November 6, 2010

October 31, 2010

May the God of comfort and tender mercies continue to comfort your family and friends, and may you find comfort in the words found in the Holy Scriptures: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."" Please accept my sincere condolences during this time of your loss.

D. Clark

Linda Patty

October 19, 2010

I'll never forget the time in 1990 when my 11 year old son and I flew into Dallas on our way back from Germany, and Mr. Dean was sitting slouched over with his infamous cowboy hat over his eyes, sleeping. I sat next to him. He woke up, we started talking. I asked him if he had any sausage on him, he chuckled and said, "honey, I wish you hadn't asked me that." Then it dawned on me how it sounded. My son was totally embarrassed. We had a good laugh over it. I'm so happy I got to meet him in person. Love his movies and him. May the Lord bless his soul and keep him. God bles Mr. Dean's family. He is sadly missed at my home. I'll always buy his Sausage. Love ya, Jimmy

DOLORES MADDOX-MORGAN

September 25, 2010

MY HUSBAND HAD TO JOIN THE UNION TO PLAY AND JIMMY WAS THERE LOOKING FOR A DRUMMER. DUKE MADDOX PLAY DRUMS WITH JIMMY. DUKE HAD TO LEARN HOW TO PLAY "COUNTRY" MUSIC AND WENT ON TO PLAY WITH ROY CLARK, CONWAY TWITTY WHEN THEY WERE PLAYING IN JOINTS AROUND
THE WASHINGTON DC AREA. CLARK AND TWITTY WENT ON TO BE STARS AND DUKE DIED AT AGE 39 BUT JE WAS PROUD TO HAVE BEEN A TINY PART OF THEIR LIVES.

kisha

July 8, 2010

i give my deepest condolence to the family of jimmy dean im sorry for your life the pain, the grief, and the helpnessness can seem unbearable. at such times, we need to go to god's word for comfort.(2corinthians 1:3,4)

Jimmy & Donna at Opryland Hotel (taken by Dorothy Sanders)

Dorothy Sanders

June 28, 2010

My sincere condolences to you, Donna. I am attaching the picture that I took of you and Jimmy at the Opryland Hotel. My daughter and I have always loved his music.

June 28, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Erin K and Mary Ellen

June 26, 2010

June 25, 2010....I grew up listening to Jimmy Dean..and I liked his sausage, too.
He appeared to me to be a kind soul with a wit and a smile and a song.
Carol Pursell, Clearwater, FL

Tricia (Trainum) Stowe

June 25, 2010

Donna, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jimmy will truly be missed.

Despina Fitzpatrick

June 25, 2010

Another icon of America gone to the Lord above..God speed Jimmy Dean...xo

JOHNNIE AND RENEE ROPER

June 24, 2010

EVEN THOUGH WE DID NOT HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO MEET THE GREAT MAN, BUT JIMMY DEAN WAS ONE OF THE ROPER'S AND VAN WESTENS BIGGEST FANS. JUST HEARING HIS VOICE AND SEEING HIS MOVIES WE KNEW THAT HE WAS A NICE MAN, AND ALL AROUND SQUARE SHOOTER. HE WILL BE TRUELY MISSED BY ALL OF US. BUT WE KNEW THAT HEAVENS JUKE BOX WAS EMPTY, THAT'S WHY THE ANGELS CAME AND TOOK THE BEST HOME. DEEPEST REGARDS AND OUR WHOLE HEARTED SYMPATHY, THE ROPER'S AND VAN WESTEN'S.

Patricia Sherrod

June 24, 2010

Sorry to hear about Jimmy Dean. May the good lord be with the family during this sad time. He will be miss.

Alice Sharp

June 24, 2010

May God bless your family. I remember you both coming to Riverside in Opryland USA.

June 24, 2010

we sorrry we go miss noreen

Eileen Mooney Lund

June 24, 2010

Mr. Dean sang for my sweet 16th birthday at the Fremont Hotel in Las Vegas Nevada in 1969. It was one of the most memorable events of my life. He made me feel so special. May he rest in the loving arms of the Master.

Patti Ward

June 24, 2010

I, too, remember watching The Jimmy Dean Show when I was little. He seemed like a genuine nice man. Years later, while in Myrtle Beach, SC, picking up my parents at the airport, I could've sworn "that man sure looks like Jimmy Dean". "That Man" stopped, stated he was indeed and shook my hand. God Bless you, Jimmy. There's a mighty fine singer with the angels now. My condolences to the Dean family.

Bunnie Saunders

June 24, 2010

Jimmy Dean always seemed to me to be a man with a big heart and alot of soul. I always enjoyed watching his show back in the mid 60's with guests such as the beautiful Molly Bee.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Dean family. God bless you all.

charlotte Showalter

June 24, 2010

Mrs. Dean please accept my condolences and prayers to you and your family I've always loved your husband as a singer and actor. I enjoy watching him every day on the daniel boone show.He was a great man indeed I have loving memory if watching him on tv as a child and he brings life into my heart now and always will may god bless you and your family. charlotte showalter, Deland Florida

June 24, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with the Dean family. Jimmy Dean was one of a kind and will be missed by all who followed his career(s). In the late 1950' or early 60's Jimmy and Jerry Vale owned property in Loudoun County, Virginia and, as a teenager, I had the opportunity to meet them while making hay on their land. I was impressed with Jimmy's friendly nature and down-to-earth way of dealing with us. I had listened to some of his early shows from Uline Arena in DC, and after actually meeting him I was a lifetime fan.

ms

June 24, 2010

My deepest condolences to the Dean family. Jimmy was a smart and gifted man who will truly be missed. May your loving memories of Jimmy comfort you during this difficult time along with the promise given at Isaiah 25,8.

June 24, 2010

To the Dean family you are in my Prayers I LOVE JIMMY DEAN SAUSAGE.Thornton family (Akron,Ohio)

June 24, 2010

Mrs.Dean and Family,our sympathy extended to you and your family.May you find peace and comfort today and the days ahead in our Lord Jesus Christ.You are in our prayers and thoughts.We have fond memories of Mr.Dean

Edward Smith

June 24, 2010

ii met Mr.Dean on several occasions he was alway such a great man and share his widsom with everybody,he will be missed by all that knew him May Bless his family at this time in their lives

Sharron McDaniels

June 24, 2010

Mrs. Dean please accept my condolences and prayers to you and your family.

I remember Mr. Dean when I was a little girl. I loved watching the Jimmy Dean Show and hearing him sing. He always seem like a nice person to me. I even like to hear him talk. I loved to hear him sing Big Bad John.

Mrs. Dean you and your family have some wonderful memories to remember about a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, family member and friend. Cherish them.

May Jehovah God comfort you and your family now and in the future. (2 Corinthians 1:3-5).

Doris Murden

June 24, 2010

I always loved your music and your talent. You will surely be missed. Prayers go out to your family.

nancy boswell

June 24, 2010

you'll be missed by many that loved you. now you're singing for god.

sal

June 24, 2010

very sorry to hear of Jimmy Dean's passing. Used to watch him in early morning before going to school. He alway's made my day start with a smile. Some may say he now can make angels in heaven laugh. The truth is he is sleeping waiting for God to call hime back to life in God's new world where everyone will have joy and peace and a smile like Jimmy Dean.

June 24, 2010

HE WAS ONE OF MY FAVORITE SINGERS HE WILL BE MISSED. GOD BLESS ALL HIS FAMILY. BETTY RIVERA LANSING,MICHIGAN.

marilyn hunsinger

June 23, 2010

mr.deans family my heartgoes out to you.he was wonderful i,ma country fan.bless him. marilyn hunsinger 10217 state rte.38 lot 25 newark valley.new york.13811

June 23, 2010

We will miss your wonderful voice. Rest in peace.

Leon and Debbie McCurley, Columbus, GA

Teresa Mitchell

June 23, 2010

Condolences and prayers to all of your family. America has lost a wonderful man and performer.GOD BLESS YOU AND THANK YOU.,

Jane Winkfein

June 23, 2010

Jimmy, you were a wonderful singer, actor and person. We will miss you so much. You put joy in our lives, thank you.

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