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 Ronald 'Pop' Dean, 83
 August 20, 2020
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Ronald Joseph "Pop" Dean, 83, of North Adams, Mass., died Thursday August 20, 2020, at his home.
He was born in North Adams, Mass., on August 14, 1937, the son of Clarence A. and Mary L. (Theroux) Dean. He attended local schools and graduated from St. Joseph's High School with the class of 1955. Ron served in the Massachusetts National Guard.
Ron was last employed by Excelsior Process and Engraving until his retirement in 2000. Before that, he worked at Sprague Electric Company and Sheaffer-Eaton in Pittsfield. Pop was a member of the North Adams Elks and the Greylock Community Club. He enjoyed playing golf, fishing trips, playing cards and spending time with family and friends.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Ellen (Jeanton) Dean, whom he married on August 22, 1964; two daughters, Jill Marie Dean of Melrose, Mass., and Elizabeth Margaret Fox and her husband, Andrew, of Waterford, N.Y.; one son, Thomas Edward Dean and his partner, Lisa Flaherty, of North Adams; three grandsons, Johnathan Dean, Christian Dean and Jacob Fox; one sister, Connie Garvie of North Adams; sisters-in-law Alice Jarisch and Jeanne McDonough; 13 nieces and nephews; and several grand nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his infant daughter, Mary Elizabeth Dean, in 1970.
Funeral notice: A family-only graveside service for Ronald will be held in Southview Cemetery. A gathering of friends and family will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Berkshire Visiting Nurse Association in care of FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS CENTRAL CHAPEL, 74 Marshall St. North Adams, MA 01247. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com.
| Mary Ellen and family, I worked at West’s for years with Ron. Great guy with a great personality! My husband John knew him from St Joseph School and Unis Grille where they watched games together with the boys! God Bless all of you! He was a great man! | | from: Donna Daub | on: 08-27-2020 |
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To family members,
We are sorry to hear the passing of Pop. Always a pleasant and friendly man with a quick smile and chuckle. Part of our
history, he will be remembered by many.
Vin & Margo | | from: Vincent & Margo Melito | on: 08-26-2020 |
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| Tom, so sorry to hear about your dad. He always brought a smile to my face with his wit and personality. I'll not so fondly recall watching cartoons with him at NACC the morning after Game 7 of the 2003 ALCS because there was no way we were going to watch the highlights from the night before. Godspeed Pop, you were a great one. | | from: Duffy Judge | on: 08-26-2020 |
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Pop was one of a kind! His smile, stories and positive energy will be missed. It was an absolute pleasure getting to know him at FPCC and I know T-Pot will be sitting down for a cold one with him on the other side.
sending love to the family | | from: Becky Kingsley | on: 08-26-2020 |
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So sorry to hear of Pop (Uncle) Ron's passing.....Thoughts and prayers to all of his family and friends during this difficult time. He was a great guy and I was very lucky to know him....have many happy memories at family gatherings with him, he loved everyone and always made you laugh....I'm so sorry, he'll never be forgotten!
| | from: Tracey Laird | on: 08-25-2020 |
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| Condolences to the entire family and friends on your loss. Thanks for the laughs POP. You were one of a kind. | | from: Steve Marceau | on: 08-25-2020 |
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| He will be missed by so many people. To me, he was Uncle Ronnie...the Thanksgiving carver, patriarch of the family, and truly a loving man. Rest in peace...always in our hearts. | | from: Jackie McDonough | on: 08-25-2020 |
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| Mary Ellen, Jeff and I are so sad to hear of your loss. Pop gave everyone around such laughter. A true gift. Our sincerest sympathies are with you and your family. Jeff and Chris | | from: Christine Naughton | on: 08-25-2020 |
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Truly sorry to hear of Pop's passing. My deepest sympathy to the Dean family.
Pop Dean has given me many fond memories over the years I will cherish those memories forever.
We will miss you Pop more than words can express, RIP my friend. | | from: Phil | on: 08-24-2020 |
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| My condolences for the loss of your "Pops". The stories I have heard about him seems he touched so many people and was very loved and respected. You should have many hours of stories and laughs. God bless. | | from: Michelle Alcombright | on: 08-24-2020 |
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Mel & Family...Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this trying time. All the great times we all had through the years will never be forgotten .RIP High Roller !! Cindy & Rouge
| | from: Craig Rougeau | on: 08-24-2020 |
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A great man! Always so kind, welcoming, and jovial. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. He will be greatly missed.
| | from: Vanessa Morris | on: 08-24-2020 |
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| So sorry about Ron. He was my first boss second shift at excelsior. A very fair guy and fun loving I loved running into him the last few years always a good time. Rip pops | | from: Deb Houghtaling | on: 08-24-2020 |
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| So sorry to hear about Ron Pops passing, always such a nice person. Rest In Peace Mr. Dean God Bless. | | from: Patrick & Connie Gray family | on: 08-24-2020 |
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| Sending my love and prayers to you all. Pop was one of a kind, leaving behind many a stories and laughter. He will be missed by many. | | from: Nancy O'Brien | on: 08-24-2020 |
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To the Dean family
Our hearts and prayers go out to the family, Ron will be sadly missed.
Dave & Sue | | from: Dave & Sue Emery | on: 08-24-2020 |
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| My sympathies to the Dean family. He was a true gentleman and a sweet soul. | | from: Dawn Carrier | on: 08-23-2020 |
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| I remember Pop and Mary Ellen from the 1950's when we were all kids. Sorry for your loss | | from: chip farley | on: 08-23-2020 |
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Mary Ellen and Family,
So sorry to hear of Pop's passing. He truly is in a better place. We remember the great times we all spent together and the many laughs we shared. We will miss him!
Love,
Chuck and Judy
| | from: Chuck and Judy Ozolins | on: 08-23-2020 |
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I am so sorry for your loss! He was such a happy guy! Always had great stores to tell! He will surely be missed! Thanksgivings just wont be the same without him!!
🙏🙏 | | from: Cheryl & Brittany Green | on: 08-23-2020 |
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| So sorry to read about Rons passing. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Brian and Debbie | | from: Dear Mel, | on: 08-23-2020 |
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| We will miss this man terribly. Thanksgiving will never be the same without him. We’re so lucky he was our uncle! ❤️ | | from: Mary Alarie | on: 08-23-2020 |
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