Ronald is preceded in death by his mother, and son Seth Tyler Dean.
Left to cherish his memory is the love of his life Patricia Dean, daughter, Laurie (DJ Wheaton) Dean; two step daughters, Erin (Devin) Szarka and Kristie (Tom) Helms; his father Paul Dean; sister, Sharon (Bob) Lee; grand children, Tyler Wheaton, Natalie Dean, Ryder Szarka, Genevieve Szarka, Phillip Helms, Jonathan Helms, Samantha Helms, and many nieces and nephews.
Ron worked 17 years for Dakkota Industries as the Chairman for UAW 724.
Ron absolutely loved spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. He also had a couple rescue birds who brought him so much joy. He loved taking care of his birds and spending time with them as well. Ron was the entertainer of the family. He especially enjoyed entertaining outdoors and cooking for his friends and family. He loved being outside. One of his favorite things to do was to drive, and driving led Ron to many flea markets and garage sales. He could not pass a flea market or garage sale. Ron would stop every chance he could get and was found to be the one searching out unique items for purchase. One last thing for those of you who knew Ron all that needs to be said is "BEER-30 FRIDAY" (you know who you are).
A celebration of life for Ronald will be held Saturday, April 13, 2019 from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM at UA Local 333 Plumbers & Pipefitters, 5405 S. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Lansing, MI 48911.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Ele's Place, 1145 W Oakland Ave, Lansing, MI 48915.
Memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.grlansing.com for the Dean family.
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