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James Dean Obituary
JOHNSON CITY - James Kenneth Dean, 64, of Johnson City, TN passed away Monday, October 2, 2023, at Ballad Hospice House in Bristol, TN.
He was born November 8, 1958, to James Ellis Dean and Dorothy Jean Carter Dean in Winter Haven, FL. He is preceded in death by his parents, Grandparents; Robert Ellis (Edna Mae Romine) Dean, John Arlie (Beulah Lee Collins) Carter.
He leaves to cherish his memory: one son, Dennis (Samantha) Dean of Kannapolis, NC, & his fur baby "Patches". Siblings: Sandra Dean Copeland of Lakeland, FL, Carolyn (Ernest) Houchin & Jeffrey Dean of Murfreesboro, TN, Robert Dean & Curtis Dean of Auburndale, FL, Nephews; Joey, Kevin, Brian, Casey, Andrew & Niece; Amy. Former spouses; Julie (Knapp) Davis, Joanie (Dudley) Dean & Mitzi (Martin) Dean.
He lived in Polk County, FL until the age of 40. He then moved to Piney Flats, TN in 1998, he resided in the Johnson City, TN area for the final 25 years of his life. James graduated from Cosmetology school in 1998. Upon moving to TN, he opened up his own salons- James Dean Hair Design and Professional Salon Suites.
James was a very active and proud member of Alcoholics Anonymous. James had a servant's heart and truly loved working with others in recovery. James touched the lives of countless individuals and was a blessing to all those he came in contact within the recovery community. He will be truly missed by those who had the privilege of knowing him.
His last selfless act on earth was donating his body to ETSU, Quillen College of Medicine, Anatomical Gift Program.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 28th at 12pm. The Celebration of Life will be held at Bristol Motor Speedway in the Bruton Smith Bldg.
Condolences may be sent to the Dean family online at www.dillow-taylor.com
Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Jonesborough, TN 423-753-3821
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Matthew W Bowers
November 2, 2023
James helped save my life more than once and he opened my eyes to a better way of life! I will never forget him! I love and miss you brother James! Thank you for all you did for so many!
Graham
October 17, 2023
James was a good friend and I miss him.
Amy Stover
October 15, 2023
James was such a wonderful, kind person who did much for others. He came to the nursing home during my dad's final months to cut his hair. He was more than a hairstylist--he was a true friend!
Sally MacLane
October 14, 2023
James was mine and my husband hair stylist for many years. We always enjoyed his kind words and smile.
Sally and Cleve MacLane
Jennie Gerace
October 13, 2023
James was my hairdresser and friend. I had an appointment on 9/11 with him, we were listening together. Many years after we'd call each other about that event. When I returned from Egypt, I brought him a painting of the beautiful women there. It was so good to share this with someone who made women more beautiful! He was so good and thoughtful to me and so many others. My symphony goes out to you on your loss.
Jennie Gerace
Susan Johnston
October 10, 2023
I have said for years that James was one of the kindest people I ever knew. It was always fun sitting in his hairdressing seat. I will miss you James. I hope you are with the Lord and he can personally tell you to "Be Still and Know that I Am" as quoted n the sign that hung in your shop.
Delores Hilman
October 10, 2023
James was and is a Beautiful Soul, He will be missed by Many!!!
Connie Buchanan
October 9, 2023
James has been my hairdresser since 1998. He´s been the only hairdresser I could tell him surprise me with a new hairstyle. During Covid, James cut my husband´s hair. He will be missed. Connie and Jim Buchanan
Richard campbell
October 9, 2023
One heck of a guy. He will surely be missed by all that were privileged to know him.
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