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Dean Cheesebrough Obituary
Spring Garden Twp. - Dr. Dean L. Cheesebrough, 92, of Spring Garden Twp., passed away at his residence on Friday, November 13, 2020. He was the beloved husband of Janice I. (Ballenger) Cheesebrough for over 61 years.
Dr. Cheesbrough was born on April 18, 1928 in Monessen, PA and was the son of the late James and Ethel (MacGillvray) Cheesebrough.
Dean proudly served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged. Following his service to his country, Dean attended college and received his doctorate in education from the University of Miami in Ohio and also received an honorary doctorate from York College. His true passion in life was education and he spent 45 years at York College as a professor and administrator, as well as serving as headmaster at the York Country Day School. As a professor he inspired many of his students to go into the field of teaching. Dean loved baseball and played while he was in the Army and also in the minor leagues. He was a fan of the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Steelers. He loved to travel, especially to England and Yorkshire Dales, where he made many friends over the years, and spending summers in Fenwick Island, DE. Dean was active in the Salvation Army and was also a member of Asbury Church.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by many nieces and nephews that he loved dearly. He was preceded in death by his brother, Ronald Cheesebrough and his sister, Gail Cook.
Following cremation, a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Place, date and time forthcoming.
Memorial contributions in Dean's name can be made to the Cheesebrough Scholarship Fund at York College of PA, att: Advancement Office, 441 Country Club Rd., York, PA 17403-3651.
The Austin H. Eberly Funeral Home, Inc., Dallastown is in charge of arrangements.
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Michael Makinson
January 25, 2021
Dear Mrs. Cheesebrough: Please accept my deepest condolences. You and Dr. Cheesebrough are lovingly remembered by so many of us that you taught in Levittown / Willingboro, NJ. I was blessed to have you as my 4th-grade teacher, and reconnecting with you both during my days as a student at York College was a double blessing.
Freddie Zittle
November 20, 2020
Dr. Cheesebrough was one of the best professors I had in college. He was caring and would go a mile to help any of his students. Lucky, I saw him at breakfast in the past year and got a chance to have a conversation with him about old times.
The world has lost a fantastic professor and a great man. My sympathy to Jan.
May the professor RIP
Freddie Z.
Tony Fredericks
November 18, 2020
It is often said that we stand on the shoulders of giants. Dean was one of those giants! He was an inspiration, a mentor, a supporter, and an exemplary colleague. Because of him, the world is a better place and our lives richer for the friendship.
Rich Achtzehn
November 17, 2020
Dean was a educator, mentor, colleague & friend. He dedicated his life to preparing students to become teachers and serving the York community through his involvement in various local organizations. A life well lived whose contributions will live on through those he taught and touched. He will be missed but not forgotten by those who knew him.
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Teann Scoggins
November 16, 2020
I served with Dean on the Board of The York County Council of Churches He was a true gentleman so kind and full of wisdom Deepest sympathy for your loss
Maria Miller
November 16, 2020
Every success I’ve had as a teacher was due to Dr. Cheesebrough. As a professor, he was tireless and selfless in giving to all of his students the tools they needed to succeed. Dr. Cheesebrough, your legacy is great and the lives you touched were many. Well deserved is your heavenly reward. You will always be remembered.
Sharon
November 15, 2020
My deepest sympathy! Dr. Cheesbrough made a lasting impact on so many lives. , His passion for education and his students is second to none. Always enjoyed his stories. Rest In Peace
Nina Grove
November 15, 2020
Jan,
Dean was a wonderful mentor, colleague and friend. I value all the times we shared especially the hospitality you and Dean offered in your home. He was blessed with a full life with the love of his life. Can't ask for anything more...in his memory.
Love you both
Nina and Les
The Glennon family
November 15, 2020
Jan,
Dean was a gentleman and friend. We will remember his kindness, wit and charm.
Al & Barbara Glennon
Sue
November 15, 2020
What a dear, dear educator—rest well, Dr. C! Xo
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