Dean Edward Stinson

Dean graduated from Amherst County High School and was a longtime member of Temple Baptist Church. He was a dedicated and hardworking man who took pride in his work and in providing for his family.

Dean spent 20 years working at Doug’s Auto Repair, followed by 5 years at Brockman Chevrolet and 17 years at BWXT. Over the years, he built lasting friendships and was known for his dedication, sense of humor, and commitment. He was known for the phrase “Next,” which encouraged others to move forward instead of dwelling on the past.

Dean will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Betty E. Stinson of 34 years; his three daughters, Melissa D. Mull and her husband, Billy B. Mull Jr., Deana Joy Stinson, and Gracie E. Stinson McCarty and her husband, J. Seth McCarty; and his three granddaughters, Hannah Mull, Marlee Mull, and Marrion Mull, daughters of Melissa and Billy Mull Jr.; his stepmother, Patricia B. Stinson; his aunt, Shirley B. Smith, and her son, Joel Smith, and his wife, Brandy Smith; his cousin, Terrell Stinson, and his wife, Teresa Stinson; and his cousin, Pam Boydoh, and her husband, Mitch Boydoh, Diana Smith, and her husband Tom Smith and other loving friends and family.

Dean was preceded in death by his father, Wallace D. “Doug” Stinson, and his mother, Nancy B. Stinson.

He will be remembered for his dedication to his family, strong work ethic, faith, and the many memories he created with those he loved. His family will forever cherish the time they shared with him and the lasting impact he had on their lives. His favorite hymn was Amazing Grace, and his favorite verse was John 16:33, which says, “These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but ye be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.”

A memorial service for Dean will be held on Thursday, October 29th, at 1:00 p.m. at Temple Baptist Church. Visitation will be at Whitten Monelison Chapel from 5- 7 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28th.

The family will announce additional details.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Temple Baptist Church in Madison Heights.