of Greenbrier, AR
August 22, 1933 - July 3, 2022
Nelda Ruth Dean of Greenbrier went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on July 3rd, 2022 at the age of 88. She was born August 22, 1933 in Mississippi to the late Grady and Leona Franks. Nelda and her husband, John, moved to Greenbrier in 1971 with their son and daughter. She began working at Baldwin Piano Co. and continued until retirement. Nelda was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Greenbrier. She loved her church and church family. Her favorite past time was going fishing, playing cards and board games with her kids and grandkids. She was a very special "Granny" to them all.
Nelda was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers; two sisters; husband, John R. Dean Jr. and grandsons, George Dean and Adam Dean.
She is survived by her children, Robert Dean, Becky (Randy) Roberts, David (Clarissa) Dean all of Greenbrier; grandchildren, Miranda (Larry) Mahan, Josh (Jill) Roberts, Rusty (Emily) Dean, Andrew Dean, Jennifer (Nick) Stahl and Jeff Dean all of Greenbrier; great grandchildren, Miller Mahan, Lillee Mahan, Salter Mahan, Presley Roberts, Parker Roberts, Riley Dean, Jake Dean, Mac Dean, Brayden Dean, Avery Bush, Austin Bush, Londynn Dean and Kooper Dean; sister, Rachel (Paul) Henson of Georgia and numerous niece, nephews, church family and friends.
Visitation will begin at 9:00AM Thursday, July 7, 2022 at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier. Funeral Service will follow at 10:00AM Thursday at the Funeral Home with Burial following at Republican Cemetery in Greenbrier, AR.
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4 Condolence(s)
Kirk & Peggy Hardy
Tuesday, August 2, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful person and I am priviledged to have known her. Your family will be in out thoughts and prayers.
Jerry & Janis Robbins
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
Jerry & I are thankful for knowing & loving on Aunt Nelda. She was a precious lady. She always made you feel right at home, always laughing & smiling. Prayers for all her families, grateful to know where she is at, and reunited with Uncle Dick. And we will waiting for the rest of you. Love you all.
Tim & Tiara Robinson
Tuesday, July 5, 2022
Sunday’s are special days. But walking into church and seeing the most beautiful smile and getting the most wonderful hug made the day even better. Mrs. Dean was a beautiful and precious lady who just brightened our day every time we saw her. It didn’t matter how she felt if she was in church she was happy. We will miss that smile and that hug so very much. But what a joyous day it was in Heaven when she was with Mr. Dean again. Prayers for the family.
Rachel Henson
Tuesday, July 5, 2022
The Georgia crew are saddened and mournful of the death of Nell, a beloved sister and aunt. Her sister Rachel, partner Paul, and nieces Lou Wanda Jean and Vickie are thankful for the visit with Nell at the end of June. She perked up a bit and played cards every time she was able. We taught her Texas hold ‘‘em Poker, and of course played her favorite game of Rook. We know she is in Heaven smiling at all of us, and maybe catching Grandma’s rooker card! She will be greatly missed and forever remembered for her smile, her laugh, and her insistence that you don’t just let the kids win - they have to earn it!
We regret that we cannot travel for the services, but we sincerely hope the family know we are grieving and celebrating right beside them. Love you all, and especially Nell.