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Gary Lee "Pumpkin" Dean, 63, of Shenandoah, passed away on October 31, 2017.
He was born on February 26, 1954 in Harrisonburg and was the son of Lois Comer Herring and her husband, George, of Elkton and the late Delmer Dean.
Pumpkin was a lifelong resident of Page and Rockingham county and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and NASCAR.
In addition to his mother and step-father, he is survived by a son, Jason Dean of Elkton; a daughter Courtney Dean and companion, Gary Knight, of Shenandoah; two grandchildren, Abbigail Sellers and Hanna Towe; two sisters, Debra Meadows and husband, Jerry, Vicky Hensley and husband, Brent, all of Elkton; a brother, Ricky Dean and wife, Kelly of McGaheysville; and a companion, Ann Dean of Shenandoah.
A graveside service will be held 11:00 am, Saturday, November 4, 2017 at McAlister Cemetery with Pastor Carter Dean officiating.
Lindsey-Kyger Funeral Home is handling arrangements and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.lindseykygerfuneralhome.com.
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November 10, 2017
Randell & Sandra Breeden & Family
Punkin's families,
We were saddened to hear of his passing. Thinking of all of you.
November 6, 2017
lisa blosser
Ann so sorry to hear about Pumpkin. I'm thinking of you and your family.
November 6, 2017
Lois,Rick,Lisa,Vicky and families, So sorry to here of gary's Passing.May God comfort all of you in this time of sorrow. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.Will be praying for all of you."GOD BLESS" Betty (Dean) Shifflett.
November 3, 2017
Robin-Phyllis-Nicholas Dean
We're deeply sorry to hear about the passing of Gary. He was a nice, friendly person and always smiling. Wishing you peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
November 3, 2017
EMMA MARTZ
Lois and Ricky, Sorry for the loss of son and brother. May the good memories carry you through this difficult time. Emma Martz( jJMU retiree)
November 3, 2017
Gary Knight
R.i.p gary.u will b missed by us and many.hope u and your dad will rejoice in heaven.we will meet again someday.r.i.p
November 3, 2017
Blake and Tammy Hammer and Stroop
You will be missed.
November 3, 2017
Tammy Hammer
He will be missed so much he had a big heart and was good to a lot of people.
November 3, 2017
Rev. Jonathan Lamb
I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you all.
November 3, 2017
Dan Lam
Sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Ran around together when we where young but had not seen him for years.RIP.
November 3, 2017
KAY Hensley
So sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for all the family during this difficult time.
November 2, 2017
Denise Meadows
To the family of pumpkin , I pray that God will give you peace and comfort at such a difficult time.. I don't think he ever met a stranger, and his smile and "Hey Babygirl' to alot of friends. He knew how to light up a room..Will be deeply missed.
November 2, 2017
Susie Dovel
So sorry to hear of your loss prayers for the family
November 2, 2017
Shirley and Geraldinr Dean
So sorry to hear about Gary. Our heart and prayers go out to the whole family.
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