CENTRAL CITY – Harrison Edward Dean, 84, of Central City, died Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 4:46 a.m. at his residence. Born March 30, 1938 in East Lynn, W.V., he was a great husband, a very loving father and grandfather, and mentor to all of his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his two sons, William Billy Dean, and Patrick Francis; parents, Lyndsey, and Bessie Dean; five sisters, and three brothers.
Survivors include his loving wife of 48 years, Diane Rose Simpkins Dean; daughters, Joyce Lavon Mitchell, and Rose Francis; grandchildren, Jessica Mitchell, Julie Greska, Mark Roe, and Luke Roe; four great-grandchildren; namesake and favorite nephew, John Edward Dean; two special nephews who worked for him, Randy Blackburn, and Donnie Blackburn; and multiple nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Funeral services are private. Tucker Funeral Homes is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.tuckerfuneralhome.com.
