DEAN, Ruth Harris “Mimi”, age 92, of Brandon, formerly of Eustis, FL was born in Hopkinsville, KY and passed away quietly on August 7, 2013. She was the beloved wife of the late Alvin Byron Dean, Jr; and loving mother of Byron, Bill (Karen) and John; cherished grandmother of Tabor (Leilani), Michael, Whitney, Abigail (Cameron), Justin and Jeffrey; and great-grandmother of Kierra, Garrett, Michael, Leila and Easton; dear sister of Mary Edna Bushnell of Birmingham, AL and the late Lucien Harris and Elizabeth Hogue. Ruth worked as an educator in Lake County schools for forty years. After retirement, she volunteered at Brandon schools tutoring disadvantaged children for another twenty years. A humanitarian and environmental activist, ruth embraced life and all its challenges. She was a woman of character and vision. The family asks that you remember Ruth by carrying her spirit with you: rendering help to those in need, fighting against injustice and giving unconditional love to your family. We know this is what would have made her happiest. In her last days, Ruth conveyed her love to all her friends and family in Hillsborough County, Lake County and Christian County, KY. We all miss her. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be made to LifePath Hospice, the Florida Wildlife Federation or charity of your choice.
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