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Thomas Dean Obituary
70, passed away on April 4, 2020. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; children, Jeffrey and Lisa; brother, Paul (Mary, Ryan and Kyla) and many loving extended family members. He is preceded in death by his parents, Gerald and Beatrice. Tom was born and raised in Tucson. He graduated from Tucson High in 1969 and was a proud member of the football team. He retired as a land surveyor from TEP. Tom was a loving husband and devoted father, who never missed one of his kids' games. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing and camping. A Celebration of Life will be scheduled at a later date when all those that loved him will be able to attend.
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Jackie Pender
May 26, 2020
Tom was talented, living, and dedicated to his family! His kindness lent way for his lifetime of numerous friends. Tom was an avid outdoorsman who brought adventures to his children and wife and made life wonderful for them. His love for his parents was undying even after their deaths.
Tommy was especially truthful and had much integrity which made him a great friend.
Our parents were friends since they were young and Tommy and I were babies and toddlers that played together. Our parents continued their friendships through life.
Tom and his brother, Paul, were a familiar subject of conversation in our home as my parents were proud of their accomplishments learned by them through their beautiful mother, Bea. When Bea spoke of her boys her face lit up. She was a very living and respectful mother who adored the boys and their beautiful families. Her live was evident in Tommy as he carried it with him throughout life.
Tom Dean will be missed by his entire family! There was no better son, dad, not brother. I am saddened beyond mentionable for this tremendous loss.
(Paul: I know you never remember a day without your only sibling and I understand your pain must be beyond normal. Im keeping you all in my heart ❤)
Jim Jaspring
April 19, 2020
One of the kindest and welcoming people Ive ever met. Tom was a genuine kind person. He will always be remembered as a true friend and great person. Tom you will be missed by all.
Ken Grissom
April 18, 2020
Tom was always there if you needed help with anything or just needed a friend to talk to. He loved his family most of all and was a great neighbor. Thank you Tom for being a great guy who I could call my friend. You will be missed.
Anne King
April 18, 2020
Dear Dean Family,
Sending my sincerest condolences as you say good-bye to Tom. Easy going and always willing to help, Tom was one of the nicest people I had the pleasure of working with at TEP. He is missed by all who knew and loved him.
Kristin Harvey
April 18, 2020
Such an honor to know Tom! He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. We will especially miss him at deer camp ❤
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