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Clyde Dean Obituary
March 12, 2025
Chapin, South Carolina - Clyde Cecil Dean, Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, of Chapin, SC, passed away on March 12, 2025, due to complications from cancer at home. He was the husband of Julia Lebednik Dean for 40 years and the son of the late Clyde C. Dean and Katherine Dean.
A memorial service with military honors will be held at 2:00 pm, Sunday, March 16, 2025, at First Baptist Church of Orangeburg, with Rev. Ryan Tucker and Rev. Jerry French officiating. The family will receive friends following the service at the church.
In addition to his wife of the home, Clyde is survived by his three children, Amber Koester (Tyler), Clyde Cecil Dean, III, and Richard Andrew Dean; two grandchildren, Lawson Koester and Ella Grace Koester; sisters, Linda Smith (Gene), Stephanie D. Spigner (Ronnie), and Carla P. Dean; and brother, Robert E. Dean (Deborah). In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his granddaughter, Amelia Kate Koester.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests house plants only or donations sent to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, https://www.lls.org/donate
Further details and online condolences may be expressed at www.dukesharleyfuneralhome.com or https://www.facebook.com/Dukes-Harley-Funeral-Home-and-Crematory-304968586272868
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
Gwendolyn Boneparte
March 18, 2025
My deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. I know words can't truly ease the pain of losing someone so dear. Mr. Dean was truly a man of peace and integrity and when at his Law Firm, I would look forward to hearing him talk about his father and his military careers. How being a Jag lawyer enhanced his career to be such a prestigious attorney. He would point out the photos in his reception area and explain the significance of each one. So much more can be said , but remember family that in times like these, I find comfort in the words of Isaiah 35:10, 'Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal.' May this verse bring you a sense of hope and peace as you navigate through this time of grief. My thoughts and prayers are with you. From My Family to Yours.
Ellen Corley
March 16, 2025
My condolences,the kindest ,fine man I've ever known he will be sincerely missed. Thank you for your service Mr. Dean.
Jacqueline Hernandez
March 15, 2025
I am going miss him he was the best friend ever rest in peace my friend
Cristy Bradley
March 14, 2025
Clyde cared about everyone! He had such a kind heart and soul! He will be truly missed!
HARVEY ELWOOD
March 14, 2025
This was a great man and supporter of our station, this community and the or students. He will be missed.
Karen Waters
March 14, 2025
Julie, I am SO sorry to hear this... Clyde was a sweet man, with an excellent sense of humor... he will be missed! Oh honey, I really don't know what to say.
My thoughts & prayers are with you, Amber, CC, and Andy...please reach out if I can do anything... wishing you peace and comfort at this very sad time in your life... Sincerely, Gene and Karen.
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