David Dean Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

David Wayne Dean, age 79, passed away Saturday, December 12, 2020. David grew up in Springfield, TN and was born as the only child of James and Annie Dean on February 2, 1941. David married the love of his life, Nancy, and they were together for 48 years. David loved and honored her well and as he looked back on his life, he said “I wouldn’t change a thing.” David lived a life without regrets and was dearly loved by his wife, children and grandchildren. He instilled life’s values and a love for the Lord though his life message of serving and giving to others. David worked at Gresham Smith for 30 years as an Architectural Designer. When it came to fun, Nancy made those plans and David was glad he didn’t miss “The Dance”. He did love to slip away and go fishing with “Papa”, Chris or the grandchildren and it’s those special moments that will be remembered for a lifetime. In addition to his parents Mr. Dean is preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Walker Dean, and his daughters, Mary Beth Dean Kirk and Melissa Holmes. Mr. Dean is survived by his son Chris (Angie) Dean of Murfreesboro; grandchildren, Jeremy (Brittany) Brown, Jason (Rachel) Brown, Julie (Jerimy) Capps, Jon (Daelyn) Wright; and great-grandchildren, Cameron, Hunter, Konner & Wesley Brown, Kelsey & Brynlynn Capps, and Alaya Wright. There will be a graveside service at 1pm in the Elmwood Cemetery at 1029 Richard Street, Springfield, TN with Brother Brady Cooper and Brother Keith Cook officiating. Music provided by Mr. Dean’s brother-in-law, Tommy Walker and nephew, Bart Walker. Pallbearers will be Jeremy Brown, Jason Brown, Jon Wright, and Bill Brown. Honorary pallbearers are Ronnie Wilkerson, Cameron, Hunter, Konner and Wesley Brown. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to On The Go Ministries. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell. Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. AUSTIN & BELL FUNERAL HOME- 509 WALNUT STREET, SPRINGFIELD, TN (615) 384-1000

David Dean

February 2, 1941 - December 12, 2020