With great love and sadness, the family of Lorne Dean announces his passing on May 31, 2019. Lorne was born on September 2, 1938 on a farm near Elbow, SK; he passed away peacefully in Davidson Health Centre. He is survived by his children:

Julie-Ann Lechman (husband Garry) and family Chad (fiancé Brittany), Amanda (fiancé Chris), Colin (fiancé Maria), Kyle and Jordan;

Laurie-Lyn Daniluk (husband Keith) and family Charla and Cayla;

Daryl Dean (wife Sandy) and family Ashley and Hayley;

Shari Henderson (husband Rod) and family Britney and Logan;

Cory Dean (wife Dixie) and family Bryce, Chase Lyn and Quayden;

His loving partner, Alma Martens and her family:

Mitchell Martens, son Dalyn;

Steven Martens (wife Anika) and family Garron and Reeve;

Ryan Martens (wife Krista) and daughter Haylee;

His sister Dorothy Penner (Cornie), brother Jack Dean (Marjorie) and three brothers-in-law, along with five great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by his dear wife, Olive Dean, his mother and father Jeff and Maggie Dean and his son-in-law Ken Vandenaweele.

Lorne bought his family farm in 1965 from his uncle whereby he and Olive raised their own family. Lorne was known for his love for his cattle (“the girls”) and spending time teaching his kids and grandkids the way around the farm. Lorne was very fortunate to find love again after the loss of Olive. Alma brought Lorne back to life, which in hand brought joy to Lorne’s family. The two of them lived life to the fullest together, socializing and dancing whenever and wherever they could.

A family service was be held for Lorne and he will be laid to rest in the family plot at Davidson Community Cemetery.

The family of Lorne would like to give special thanks to Dr. Lang and all of the nurses, caregivers and staff at Davidson Health Centre.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Elbow Friendship Club and/or The Cancer Society. Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in care of arrangements.