Marleen Claudette Dean (Arndt) of Caronport, Saskatchewan passed away with her family by her side on December 17th, 2022 at the age of 73. She was born November 4th, 1949, in Davidson, Saskatchewan to Mary and Carl Arndt.
Marleen will be lovingly remembered by her husband Russell, three daughters Colleen, Carrie, and Rustie (Brendon). Her grand-children Katie (Alexander), Cole, Dalton (Ashley), Porter, Boden; and great-grandchild Caiden.
She was born November 4th, 1949, in Davidson to Mary and Carl Arndt. She spent her childhood on the family farm before moving to Moose Jaw as a secretary. After marrying Russell Dean on December 6th, 1969, they settled for many years on a farm in Mortlach and later near Caronport. Marleen was a devoted wife and loving mother who kept the farm and family running smoothly behind the scenes.
The simplest pleasures in life brought the greatest joy to Marleen. She was an avid gardener, fond of tending to her roses and pickling the best beans. She was also known to be a savvy crib player. So much so, she had a magic number of shuffles, to secure a 12-hand and everyone knew the gesture you’d receive if you were about to beat her! Her favourite time of year was the holidays, she never missed hosting the holidays and her home was always an open invitation. Her iconic poppycock will be devoured for years to come. She was tender, loving, and steadfast in her counsel to her family and friends, a cup of tea or coffee in hand. She cherished those closest to her, including friends like Myrna and her departed sister Irene.
Marleen was predeceased by her parents; in-laws Olive and Frank Dean; sister and brother-in-law Irene and Len Werdal; brother in-laws Kenny and Gordie Dean. Left to mourn, her husband, children, grandchildren, great grandchild, sister and brother in-laws, and many nieces and nephews.
Family and close friends will gather for a service ahead of her favourite time of year, Christmas. We extend a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Waldner and the staff at Pioneer Lodge for caring for Marleen over these last 6 years. Those who would like to honor her with her with a memorial contribution are asked to contribute to the Alzheimer’s Society of Saskatchewan, the province’s leading dementia care and research charity.
In living memory of Marleen, a memorial planting will be made by W.J. Jones & Son Ltd. Please sign the memorial register at website: www.wjjonesandson.com (Obituaries). Dayna Chamberlain - Funeral Director/Cerys Doan- Funeral Director Intern
