OBITUARY
Larry Dean McGee
November 11, 1956 – September 3, 2018
Larry Dean McGee, age 61, of Conover, NC, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 3, 2018, at his residence. Born November 11, 1956, in Catawba County, NC, he was the son of the late Noah Woodrow McGee and Johnnie Jeanette Keener McGee.
Dean was the former owner of the White Pine Café in downtown Conover, NC, and had previously worked with his father and uncle, Joe McGee, at the original White Pine restaurant, Excel Woodcarving and Building Specialties in Conover, NC, and for Hunter Engineering Company. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, cooking and feeding people. He loved to socialize with family and friends; he could and would tell stories for as long as one wanted to listen. Dean was a member of Friendship United Methodist Church in Newton, NC, where his extended family attended and served for many decades.
In addition to his parents, Dean was preceded in death by his sister, Sandi Petrovich.
Survivors include his loving wife of 26 years, Terri Feimster McGee of the home; sons, Trace Baxter McGee of Blowing Rock, NC, and Joshua Dean McGee of Charlotte, NC; special nephew, Marcus Campbell Forsyth of the home; brothers, Woody McGee and wife Joyce, of Bethlehem, NC, Gary McGee and wife Susie, of Conover, NC, and Neal McGee and wife Susan, of Catawba, NC; and numerous nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews.
A memorial service and celebration of Dean’s life will be held at 2:00 on Saturday, September 15 at Friendship United Methodist Church in Newton, NC with Rev. Chip McGee and Rev. David Hamlyn officiating. A reception for family and friends will follow in the Family Life Center at Friendship.
Condolences may be sent to the McGee family at www.drumfh-conover.com.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to: Friendship United Methodist Church, 2900 N. Old NC Hwy. 16, Newton, NC 28658, Christ Church, 2172 Wilkesboro Hwy., Statesville, NC 28625, and Catawba Regional Hospice, 3975 Robinson Rd., Newton, NC 28658.
The McGee family has entrusted funeral arrangements to Drum Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Conover, NC.
Services
PREVIOUS SERVICES:
- Memorial Service Saturday, September 15, 2018
OTHER SERVICES:
- Reception for family and friends
REMEMBERING
Larry Dean McGee
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ADD A MEMORYRita Deal
September 12, 2018
Terri and Family,
Mark and I are sending love and many prayers your way. Dean could brighten a room with his smile and compassion. He will certainly be missed. Please know we are here for your dear family.
Cindy Heard
September 12, 2018
Dear Terri, I am so sorry. You and Dean always had a smile and kind words for everyone. He will truly be missed. Prayers for you and your family.
Sherry Clevinger
September 10, 2018
So sorry for your loss! My sister, Vickie Stevens and I grew up with Dean. We have the best memories with him! My mom, Jane Keller sends her condolences as she will miss him coming by to see her! Prayers and thoughts go out to you all!
Carla Hafer
September 8, 2018
Terri, I just heard about Dean's passing. I am so sorry. Your and all the family are in my prayers . Much love and hugs. 🙏🙏🙏 Carla
Nancy Petry
September 8, 2018
So sorry for your loss Terri. My heart breaks for you and your family. You are all in my prayers.
Daniel Price
September 8, 2018
So sorry for the loss of Dean. We been friends since elementary school. We had a bunch of adventures when we were young. He was one of my best buddies. So long old friend. I shouldn't be too far behind ya. RIP DEAN McGEE. You'll be missed by many.
Susan Haugh
September 7, 2018
Terry,
I’m so sorry to hear about Dean. My thoughts and prayers will be with you during this difficult time.
Sinecerely,
Susan Haugh
Christie Huffman
September 7, 2018
Terri,
I’m so sorry to hear of Dean’s passing. My heart just breaks for you and the boys. Dean was a wonderful person and will be dearly missed by all those who knew him. Please know I’m here for y’all if you need anything!
Love to all of you! ❤️
Trudy Sherrill, Gadfield
September 7, 2018
Terri, I send my love and prayers. He always had a smile on his face. He truly loved being around people. I have missed you both so much. I know that God is with you and he will never leave you. Jesus will take care him. Love you...
Cathy Ledbetter-Breault
September 7, 2018
I’m so sorry for your loss...😢
Charlene Havnaer Carpenter
September 7, 2018
Terri and family, Phil and I are very sorry to hear about Dean's death. We are praying for all of you. I have known you and Dean since high school, but I so enjoyed getting to catch up with you during all those meals we enjoyed at the White Pine Cafe. Dean was an excellent chef and a good man. I truly am saddened by your loss. Always know that many people are thinking about you and praying for you.
Charlene
Tim Elliott
September 7, 2018
Terri and family, I am saddened to hear of Dean's death. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers as you move forward. He was a great guy and will be missed by many!
Michael Gantt and Family
September 7, 2018
Our condolences to the McGee family. Dean was always a pleasure to be around. We enjoyed our time with Dean and his family at the Elks Pool. We’re sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Don Hedrick
September 5, 2018
Terri and family, our deepest condolences to you all. Dean was a kind and caring man. Prayers for peace and comfort.
Kathy Boylan
September 5, 2018
Terri & the boys
Please know that I am praying for you all during this very sad time. Dean was a hard working, loving and kind person. He will be missed by everyone who had the privilege To know him. He was always helping others and I will always remember him as a loving father to his boys, loving husband to Terri and a dear friend to me! May he Rest In Peace.
Cindy Kates
September 4, 2018
Terry and boys, so so sorry to hear about Dean. Such a sweet sweet spirit, a man who Loved his Lord. There are no words, just know we are praying for God's promise of peace that passes all understanding.
We love you. Wayne and Cindy
Cornelia Allman
September 4, 2018
Terri & family. We are so saddened to here the loss of Dean. There will be many prayers for all of you to get thru this sad time. I pray God will wrap his loving arms around each one of you. Cornelia
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