Dean Crabtree

In Memorial

Dean Crabtree, 57, died Wednesday, February 8, 2012.  Born in Kansas City, Missouri on February 12, 1954, Dean worked at Teague Electric for the past 22 years.

 

Survivors include his mother Dorothy Crabtree; sister Kathy Crabtree Riedel; brothers Bill and Larry Crabtree; son Chris Crabtree; daughter Lindsy Winter; and grand-daughter Ashtin Winter.  He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Crabtree.

 

Memorial Visitation

 

A visitation will be held from 1:00-3:00 p.m., Sunday, February 12, 2012, at the Amos Family Funeral Home and Crematory.

 

Memorial Contributions

 

The family suggests memorial contributions to the March of Dimes

Dean Crabtree obituaries
Print Obituary & Condolences Print Obituary & Condolences

Offer Condolence for the family of Dean Crabtree

Posted by Obituaries on February 9, 2012     15 Comments

Messages of Condolence

  1. Dennis on February 9th, 2012 6:04 pm

    I am so sorry to learn of Dean’s passing, what a wonderful guy and good friend. I rode with Dean and feel very badly that I canceled riding to Sturgis with him this past summer. He laughed about how much fun we would have and unfortunately I could not attend.

    Dean had a great sense of humor and a laugh that would make others laugh with him.

    My sincere condolences
    Dennis Nighswonger

  2. Valerie Houpt on February 10th, 2012 8:20 am

    I have been friends with Dean for almost 20 years. He was a wonderful, kind and honest man. May the good memories of the past years bring the family comfort and peace.

  3. Teresa Weems on February 10th, 2012 8:53 am

    When I joined Harmon Construction 8 years ago, there were many subcontractors I had to meet and remember their names & company they were with. Dean was so pleasant and witty, there was no way I would forget him the next time he came in. When I bought my 2006 Mustang, he offered to take me out in it and show me how to “peel out”. I’ll always wish he had and I never will forget Dean.

  4. Jack & Debbie Stiffler on February 10th, 2012 12:39 pm

    So sorry for the loss to this wonderful family! He will be missed and we know was truly loved!

  5. Bryan Hunter on February 10th, 2012 4:27 pm

    I have known Dean for 25 years and could always rely on his expertise to help me when needed. I sincerely liked and enjoyed Dean and I will miss chatting with him very much. I always found Dean to be pleasant and good nature d even during the ups and downs in life. Suffice to say, a “good” guy has pasted on. My hat is off to him.

  6. Wayne Mullikin on February 10th, 2012 5:33 pm

    Dean was a long time friend of mine and a man full of life. He was a stand up guy with integrity and always smiling. I’ll miss him.

  7. JUDY GREATHOUSE on February 10th, 2012 6:03 pm

    Dear Lindsy and Paul and Ashtin,
    If my thoughts and heart could take some of your pain and sorrow, I would gladly help you. Be strong and remember.

    My sympathy, Judy

  8. Dennis Elliott on February 11th, 2012 11:53 am

    Please know you have the deepest sympathies of all the crew at the store.

  9. Bev Walters Jacobson on February 11th, 2012 12:40 pm

    Dear Kathy…
    I remember in high school all the girls used to be in love with Dean. He was so good looking. I was one of them. Even though I hadn’t seen Dean in years I still think he was one of the nicest, sweetest guys ever. My heart aches for your pain. My deepest sympathy for you and your family.

  10. Lisa Waterbury on February 11th, 2012 5:20 pm

    Dean was a wonderful neighbor! He was helpful and observant and even gave me good advice on relationships. He spoke often and lovingly of his family and friends, of which he had many. I enjoyed knowing of his coming and goings thru the rumble of a big engine pulling in or out of the neighborhood. Although I no longer live there I will miss him and think fondly of his ways. I wish his family comfort and healing through the sharing of his memories. Don’t ever stop talking about him, it is hard at first but so important to honor him that way.

  11. mike hinson on February 12th, 2012 2:24 am

    Dean was a man who could make you smile when it was really the last thing on your mind.. Yes he was a one of a kind stand up Guy. He was a Guy who could say good morning and meant it.. His word was as good as Gold… Rest in peace my friend!!! Until we meet in the Holy Land God’s speed… Mike Hinson, PALACE CONSTRUCTION

  12. Jean Glines on February 12th, 2012 6:31 pm

    Dear Kathy & Dorothy, My heart hurts for your loss. I know you both dearly loved Dean, not only because he was a brother and son….but because he honestly was one of the “Good” Guys in this world. I remember meeting him at one of our group meetings and of the advise he gave me then. It has helped me many times since. He will be missed by many. Please evcept my condolences at this time of great sorrow.

  13. Jean Glines on February 12th, 2012 6:35 pm

    Dear Kathy & Dorothy, My heart hurts for your loss. I know you both dearly loved Dean, not only because he was a brother and son….but because he honestly was one of the “Good” Guys in this world. I remember meeting him at one of our group meetings and of the advise he gave me then. It has helped me many times since. He will be missed by many. Please except my condolences at this time of great sorrow.

  14. Roger Neighbors on February 13th, 2012 9:20 am

    I’m so sorry and shocked to learn of Dean’s passing. Dean and I go way back to junior high (Highland) and High School (Turner). We meet in 1967 at Highland Junior High and have been friends every since. Dean was a real good athlete in Junior High and High School. He was very fast and could run the high hurdles very well. He was always fun to be around. Dean and I hooked back up again about 10 years ago while he was working for Teague Electric. We took back up just like we had in High School. Laughing and joking about old times. I spoke with Dean at last falls ABC Awards dinner and he was his usual self, smilling shaking hands and having a good time. He was a good man. I will miss his smile and great attitude toward life. My condolences to the family. He will be missed.

  15. Judy Valencia on February 13th, 2012 12:15 pm

    Kathy,
    How many times have the three of us, you, Dean and myself laughed about our double date in high school and me being Dean’s first kiss. He loved telling that story and giving me a hard time about it. Like Bev said, we all had a crush on Dean. Fortunately I happened to be good friends with his sister. :)
    I was lucky to enough to know him and to remain great friends with him throughout our lives. I will always love Dean for the person that he was and the memories we all share. People can leave this world but no one can take away the memories or the love one carries for them. I can only imagine Teresa’s smile when Dean left this world and was met on the other side by her and all of his friends and loved ones.
    Dottie, you raised a fine son and a wonderful human being. He will be missed by many. My love to you all during this time and all times.

Please share your thoughts ...




  • How do I send a condolence?

    At the bottom of this page, you will find a condolence form. You will need to fill out some basic information prior to typing your message. (We will not share your e-mail address with anyone) Once you are finished, simply click the submit condolence button. The condolence will be approved before it is published to the web site.

    We also provide a Tell-A-Friend feature located directly below these instructions. this from allows you to send the obituary to a friend. This is particularly helpful to someone who may live out of town.

  • QR Code for this Obituary

    Use your Smartphone to scan the QR Code on the right to access this page on your phone.

  • Share This Obituary

  • Grief Video Series

    Join Grief Expert, Doug Manning in his Journey Through Grief video series. Grief Video Series with Doug Manning Watch the Grief Videos here.

  • Would you like to order flowers?

    If you would like to order flowers please see the selection available at Russell Florist. Click here to see all of the available floral arrangements.