nt Group, and Montezuma City Council. He gave selflessly of his time and talents to better the Montezuma community. He was an avid golfer, hunter and fisherman and was very proud of his Irish heritage. He will be remembered for his quick wit. He was a people person and enjoyed visiting with people.
He is survived by his wife of 70 years: Louise Doonan of Pella; three daughters: Marcia Oliver of Des Moines, Viginia "Ginger" (& Bill) Grubb of Barnes City and Debra Leichty of Pella; six grandchildren: Robert and Ronald Oliver, Deanna (& Joel) Arkema, Samantha (& Ezekiel) Howell, Faith Leichty and Sara (& Donovan) Yoder; and four great grandchildren.
Dean was preceded in death by his parents; his mother and father in law; and a granddaughter: Melissa Grubb.
As was his wish, Dean's body has been cremated and no services are planned at this time. Memorials may be given to the Hospice Comfort House of Pella.
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