Richard Jacob Dean, 45, also known as "Ricky," of Phoenix, passed away and was reunited with his beloved mother Esperanza Villa, on May 11, 2014. He was known as having a 'heart of gold,' loving and kind with a great sense of humor and love for his family and friends. Ricky is survived by his loving son, Richard J. Dean Jr.; father Joe Jacob Dean Sr.; siblings, Joe Dean Jr., Lisa Dean-Llerenas, David Dean, Roseann Villa Sanchez, David Sanchez, and Henry Sanchez. He also will be missed by his extended friends and family of nieces, nephews and cousins that adored him.