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Ronald Ellis Dean

Obituary for Ronald Ellis Dean of Benson, NC
June 13, 1939 - August 19, 2015

Ronald Ellis Dean, of Benson, formerly of Wallace, ended his earthly chapter after a long and courageous battle with cancer on August 19, 2015. He touched the hearts and lives of many people with his amazing attitude of gratitude for every kindness shown him, no matter how large or small. 

He was born on June 13, 1939 to the late Arthur McCoy Dean and Ruby Chappell Dean in Raleigh. He retired from Ford Motor Credit and R.F.D. Consultants. He served in the U.S. Marine Reserves and was a member of the American Legion Post 59. 

He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Faith Ivey Dean, daughters, Deana Ginn [Gregg], Janice Herring [Ben] all of Benson, sons, Kirk Dean [Shannon] of Cary, Brent Dean [Jessica] of Rose Hill, stepson, Roy Lee [Maria] of Oklahoma, a sister, Barbara Kapp [Ben] of Raleigh, eleven grandchildren, and many loving nieces and nephews. 

Published in the Wilmington Star-News on August 20, 2015.





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