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BORN
04/08/1934
DIED
08/10/2025
Mary Dean Obituary
In retirement, Mary Evelyn essentially had a second career as a volunteer for Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority, The Art Guild of Washington, Commonwealth Circle of Northern Virginia, and PEO. But perhaps her most precious time was spent in service of Washington National Cathedral, as chairman of the Flower Mart and a Member of All Hallows Guild.
For Mary Evelyn, sleep was optional, a 5:00 cocktail was mandatory, and chocolate was a necessity. Her motto: Work hard, do your best, and be the best at what you do.
She is preceded in death by her husband Dr. Allen Meade and her parents Evelyn E. Dean and Stuart J. "Pete" Dean and survived by her son Dr. Eric D. Mininberg (Dr.Amy) and grandchildren Josh and Emmy of Atlanta, GA.
A family celebration of her life will take place in Walla Walla, Washington, later this fall.
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Dorothy Cosby
August 18, 2025
It was a pleasure to share many nice sorority events with Mary Evelyn, many of which she graciously hosted for the Northern Virginia Kappas. I extend my sincere sympathy.
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