Elizabeth DEAN

5 NOV 1936 - 16 APR 2013

• BIRTH: 5 NOV 1936, St Joseph County, IN
• DEATH: 16 APR 2013, Mishawaka, St Joseph County IN

1.  Melanee DEAN

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[N21279] Elizabeth Dean (Kincer) Dean
November 5, 1936 - April 16, 2013
Elizabeth Dean (Kincer) DeanElizabeth Dean, age 76, of Mishawaka left her family and friends to go to her mansion in Heaven that was prepared for her to be with her Heavenly Father and loved ones God has called home. Elizabeth passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2013. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her beloved husband, Thomas L. Dean of Mishawaka, and her three daughters and wonderful sons-in-law Robynn (Bruce) Snyder of Mishawaka, Melanee (Peter) Marczenko of Mishawaka, and Heather (Mark) Engle of Shepshewana, Indiana. Also surviving are 7 grandchildren, Colt Snyder, Shaleigh Snyder, Gibson Snyder, Ashley Marczenko, Caitlyn Marczenko, Jaxon Engle and Max Engle. She also leaves behind her precious great grandbabies, Isabella Mae Bogonia and Madden Alexander White. Surviving as well are her siblings, whom she loved dearly; Etta Kincer of Florence, Kentucky, Freda (Charles) Kiser of Mason, Ohio, Tom Triplett of Huron, Indiana and Earl Triplett of Chicago, Illinois. Elizabeth also had a multitude of nieces and nephews whom she enjoyed and had lots of fun with when they all got together, as well as two very special friends that she cherished for many years, Nancy L. Chipps of Granger, (Nancy became her "sissy" after a few years, and her children called her "Auntie Beth", and Tai Do of Granger. She was preceded in death by 10 siblings, and her dear friend Sylvia M. Bowlds. Visitation will be held from 4-8 pm Friday, April 19, 2013 at New Life Church, 11593 McKinley Highway, Osceola, Indiana 46561. There will also be one hour of calling prior to the 11:00 am funeral service on Saturday, April 20, 2013 at New Life Church, with entombment to follow at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.
Elizabeth touched many people''s lives with her smile and her splendid personality. She was generous to others, and always available to help those in need. She adored her family and grandchildren, as they were the light of her life. She loved people, never met a stranger, and was loved by many. She loved to do crafts, and make greeting cards, write poetry and listen to music. She was a longtime member of New Life Church, and loved her Pastor, Michael Cramer and his wife Cindy. When she would see Pastor Mike, she would say "There''s my favorite Pastor!" and he would reply "There''s my favorite Mrs. Dean!" Pastor Dave was also quite special to her as well, and when he would visit her in the hospital, he would come through the door with open arms, which would brighten her day. Mrs. Dean was employed for many years with Burcliff Industries in Mishawaka, and later with Continental Automotive before becoming a librarian at the Mishawaka Public Library. In her memory, donations may be given to the Center for Hospice.