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Danny Martin Dean

Danny Dean Obituary

Dean, Danny Martin Danny Martin Dean died of a heart attack on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2006, at his home. He was 43 and a native and resident of Baton Rouge. He was the former general manager of WBRH and KBRH. During his tenure as manager, he formatted the FM station to smooth jazz and was responsible for putting many popular shows on the air, such as "Tabby's Blues Box," "Crescent City Sounds" and "John Fred's the Roots of Rock and Roll." Danny truly loved radio and put his heart and soul into his work. After his retirement, he formed two businesses, computer consulting and researching and selling rare, out-of-print music. His greatest love was for his two children, Leah Elizabeth Dean and Jack Martin Dean; and his wife, Peggy Hilligarde Dean. He was a loving and devoted Christian husband, father and son. In addition to his wife and children, he is survived by his father, Harold Bruce Dean; friend and mentor, John Dobbs; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Helen Norris Dean. Memorial donations may be made to the American Lung Association or the Baton Rouge Magnet High School Alumni Association to support the radio program. Visiting was at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, 11000 Florida Blvd., from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 30. Visiting at the funeral home chapel from 11 a.m. Tuesday until religious service at 3 p.m., conducted by the Rev. Matt Tullos. Interment in Resthaven Gardens of Memory.

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Published by The Advocate from Jan. 30 to Jan. 31, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Danny Dean

36 Entries

Charlotte Dupre

February 14, 2006

Peggy, I am saddened to learn of your loss. I think of you often. Just know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your babies. You are a strong person, so I know you will be strong for them -- they need you now. Love, Charlotte

Todd Delaney

February 14, 2006

Peggy,

The saddest of days is when you learn your hero has passed away. Danny was a hero not only to Leah and Jack, but to so many youngsters who passed through the doors of WBRH. He was the reason that I made a career out of radio and for that I am very grateful. But, I am even more grateful for having Danny as a mentor while I was at WBRH. His knowledge, dedication and commitment to excellence were only overshadowed by his passion for radio and family. Plus, he told some of the most hilarious stories! "But it wasn't a peach. It was a human head!" comes to mind.

I now teach radio to students at Southeastern. I can only hope that one day they will think of me as highly as I've thought of Danny.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.

May God's love bring you solace today and a blessed future.

.

Robin (Kinney) Tinsley

February 13, 2006

Dear Peggy,

My heart is hurting with you and Leah and Jack. Danny was a fierce and faithful friend, whose ability to listen and encourage made a significant impact on my life in the mid-1980's.

I moved away from BR in 1991, and the last time I saw y'all was at my wedding in 1994, but within the past year he did track me down and we talked about our friendship and God's blessings in our lives since then. I am SO thankful we got to have that conversation. What an incredible gift.

I just wanted y'all to know what a great friend he was to me. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

James Broussard

February 10, 2006

Dear Peg,

I just heard about Danny. Words won't do much I know, but Danny was one of my favorite conversationalists. It saddens me that we did not get to spend more time together. Leah is and always will be one of Mary Hannah's all time great friends. You are all in our prayers.

Jimmy, Melinda and Mary Hannah

Peggy Dean

February 7, 2006

Dear Friends,

Thank you so much for the kind words and memories of Danny. Leah and Jack were the light of Danny's life so these will help them remember their father and happy times when we were together as a family. Although we miss Danny dearly, we know that he is in a better place where he is finally pain free. Peggy Dean

Ann Day

February 2, 2006

Dear Peggy,

I am saddened and shocked to hear of Danny's passing. Just three days ago I received an e-mail from him trying to catch up from the old days. I worked with Danny at the station after I graduated BRHS when he took over after John Dobbs.

When I first met him, he was the guy who worked the Sunday Christian rock show. Not just a regular three hour shift like the rest of us mind you, the WHOLE Sunday. I thought at the time, wow. What dedication.

His commitment to the station was something I have always admired and my reply e-mail to him was an inquiry into how I might follow in his footsteps. I am so sorry I will never get his feedback. He was truly someone I could respect.

I wish you the best future for you and your children and hope that you might find some comfort in reading the heartfelt sentiments that your husband endeared in his fellow man.

Regards,

Ann Day

Brock, Brooke, Michael and Joel Avery

February 2, 2006

Dear Peggy, Jack and Leah,

We are just getting the sad news today. We are so sorry for your loss. Michael has always been close to Jack and I know he would want you to know that he'll be praying for you. Peggy, please don't hesitate to ask if there is anything we can do for any of you. You are in our prayers.

James Freeman

February 2, 2006

Peggy and family,

I am so sorry for your loss and pray that the Lord will grant you many tender mercies amid your grief.

I remember Danny as the go-getter sophomore at WBRH when I was a senior working at the station. I also recall his reputation as the staff "Jesus freak," a status he obtained (in his true driven fashion) years before some others of us.

I reckon about the best any of us can hope for when we've breathed our last is that our time on earth mattered to someone . . . that we'd made some difference in the world and somehow had been Christ to someone in need of His love.

I think Danny's obvious passion for, and dedication to, WBRH/KBRH and his students is a model of how we're meant to go about our lives "in the world," and the impact you can have in the process.

I'm grateful I was able to touch base with Danny again a few years ago when, listening to the KBRH webcast, I heard him doing a live tribute program after George Harrison's death. I picked up the phone, and we spent a delightful hour or so reminiscing about BRHS and John Dobbs, solving all the problems of radio and comparing notes on cantankerous automation software.

And if WBRH alumni ever do get around to having that reunion Danny was thinking about putting together back then, it will be missing the guy who loved that little station more than any of us.

May God bless you all.

Dale Johnson

February 2, 2006

Peggy,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.

Dale, Lora, Jacob and Luke Johnson

Michelle Ivey - Woman's Infusion Pharmacy

February 1, 2006

Peggy,

We are so sorry for your loss and are thinking of you and your family. Draw strength from your family and friends.

Sincerely,

Michelle Ivey and the entire staff from Woman's Home Care and Infusion Pharmacy.

Tim Shamburger

February 1, 2006

God's grace be extended to your family. I went to school with Danny.

Tim

Kelly Kissel

February 1, 2006

Peggy and family,

I am so sorry to hear about Danny's passing. He truly was a man who loved what he did and did what he loved, from the time I first met him in the late 1970s. I was the first student station manager at WBRH; after John Dobbs' retirement I was delighted to see the station put in the hands of someone as talented and caring as Danny. WBRH, and Danny, gave students many skills still in use today, regardless of whether they're in radio.

Compassion for those less-skilled than others, patience with those still learning and love for the craft -- that's how I'll remember him.

kathy etier mccoun

January 31, 2006

Dear Peggy and Family, we are all so sorry to hear of your sudden loss. please know that we are all thinking of you and praying for your family. Our sincere sympathy to your family.

kathy etier Mccoun and the entire dept of Pharmacy , Our lady of the Lake Hospital.

Carolyn and Richard Landry

January 31, 2006

Dear Peggy, Leah, and Jack,

Danny and your whole family have been in our prayers since we heard the sudden sad news. We were just talking after Mass in the coffee shop. Please let me know if there is anything Richard and I can do for you and your family. Elizabeth wanted Jack to know that she is praying for him too. I wanted to apologize for not being able to attend the funeral today. I was out yesterday attending my Aunt's funeral in New Orleans and didn't receive the funeral details until 3:30 today. Please don't hesitate to call us.

Rae Lyn Morris

January 31, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Danny and I were in the same class at Baton Rouge High. He was so talented and such a great guy. He will surely be missed by all who knew him.

Rae Lyn

Sharon Riley-Millar

January 31, 2006

I went to high school with Danny and we were good friends for many years. He was DJ at our wedding.I just received e-mail from him a few days ago about planning a 25 year reunion. I was shocked to see his obituary as I was looking on-line to see my mother's obituary- she died a few weeks ago at our home here in Washington. Our deepest sympathy to your family, Danny was such a wonderful guy and once he was your friend he was always your friend.

Tracy Eaglin

January 31, 2006

Peggy,

Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your husband. I cannot imagine how difficult this is for you and your children. Please know I am here if you ever need anything. I will continue praying for you and your family.

kelly and drew johnson

January 31, 2006

Dear Leah and family,

I did not have the pleasure of meeting Mr Dean, but from what I hear it would have been an honor. Leah, Drew is praying for you every day!! She just recently lost her grandfather, and can identify with how you are feeling. Please call her or email her anytime when you are ready. Your family will be in our prayers during this most difficult time. Leah, like Drew, you now have a guardian angel watching over you!!

Joy Hughes

January 31, 2006

Dear Peggy,

My deepest sympathy is extended to you and your children. You will be in my daily prayers. Sincerely, Joy

eric deweese

January 31, 2006

Danny was a great friend who gave everything he had to all activities, personal and professional. He spoke often of his family, and radio. No one loved the medium more than he. He will be missed!

JENNIFER KIMBROUGH

January 31, 2006

Dear Peggy,

Sorry for your loss. I am thinking of you and your family. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Robbie Martin

January 31, 2006

I will never forget Danny's laugh. Radio class was the highlight of my day. Danny came in to the radio program as teacher at midyear in 1988; I was one of the few freshmen that pursued radio and he helped cultivate me into a more responsible man. My heart goes out to his family and also to the students who never got to experience radio class with Danny Dean. He made high school worth going to.

Monica

January 31, 2006

Danny was a great friend, even though I only knew him for a short time, he made an impact on my life! I was very sadened to hear of the news. I lost my father 2 years ago, unexpectedly, therefore can relate to your loss at this time. Words cannot even express. Danny...I know you are in a much better place! May God bless you Peggy,Leah,& Jack and may his presence be with you at this time.

Danny will be greatly missed!!!!!!

Laura Dallam

January 31, 2006

I'm so sorry to hear about Danny. I knew him in high school, but hadn't seen him for a long time. He was a good friend to me back then. Thoughts and prayers are with you all!

Rebecca Moore

January 31, 2006

Dear Peggy and Family

I'm so sorry for your loss. Danny will be missed by so many people. My prayers are with you all.

Brandon Reilly

January 31, 2006

Dear Peggy and kids,

I went through the radio program at BRH and worked at WBRH/KBRH in the early 90s. Mr. Dean, as we knew him, was a great teacher and a good man. He really challenged us to excel academically and to develop professional-level skills -though he made it clear that he was available to discuss anything that might be on our minds. Many of us came to see him both as a friend and fellow radio-broadcasting enthusiast as well an educator and mentor.

A few years ago, a friend and I went back to visit Danny at the station. We had a great conversation with him about all kind of things, really. It was a memorable visit not for anything in particular that was said but because it was good to see an old friend happy and doing well.

This sad news came completely out of the blue. As much as it jolted me, well, I can only imagine.

You have my most sincere condolences and my best wishes for you and your children.

Duffy Voigt

January 30, 2006

Danny gave me and many other radio students a work ethic and public speaking skills that we still carry to this day. WBRH was my first job. Moreover, I wouldn't have an appreciation for such diverse music as I do without having taken part in the BRHS radio program under his direction. His program may have been difficult, but it contributed significantly in turning so many high school students into the professionals they are today. He will be very missed, but his contributions to our lives will continue to live within us.

Paula Zimlicki

January 30, 2006

Peggy,

I am thinking of you and your family. My heart goes out to all of you.

Take care,

John and Jodi Koontz

January 30, 2006

To Peggy, Leah, and Jack - Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time. Danny leaves a legacy of friendship to many, and over a decade of mentorship to his former students at Baton Rouge High/WBRH during the 1990's. The time he invested in others was a solid contribution to this community, and we watched him serve with great passion.

Don Grady

January 30, 2006

So sorry to hear about Danny. Last I heard from him you were all headed on a driving trip. God be with you.

Michelle Lane

January 30, 2006

Peggy - Our prayers are with all of you at this time.

Chenevert Family

January 30, 2006

Danny was a sweet neighbor and a good person. The neighborhood kids enjoyed playing sports with Danny because he would always give them sporting tips and advice. Danny will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his dear and loving family.

julie modica

January 30, 2006

Peggy, Leah, and Jack,

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that y'all are in my prayers during this difficult time.

Debbie Stiltner

January 30, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Danette Legendre

January 30, 2006

Our Deepest Sympathy to you and your family.

Danette Legendre and the entire

Respiratory Care Department

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