James E. Dean
June 25, 2019
Cape Elizabeth and Bedford, NH - James E. Dean, 97, died on Tuesday, June 25, 2019, at Elliot Hospital, Manchester, NH.
James was born on November 26, 1921, in Brewer, Maine, the son of the late Thomas E. and Mary (Kelley) Dean. He grew up in Bangor, graduated from John Bapst High School, and attended Husson College. James served in the United States Navy during World War II in the Atlantic and Pacific Theaters.
When he returned home, worked as a salesman and was well known in the New England area, representing the food and clothing industries such as Kraft Cheese and Lee Jeans. On April 16, 1955, James married Adele Hallinan and they had two daughters, Ann and Patricia.
James retired in 1973 and enjoyed wintering in Vero Beach, FL and summering in Cape Elizabeth, ME. He always loved meeting new people and talking with them, boating on Sebago Lake, walking, and photography. He was a longtime communicant of St. Bartholomew's Church. In 2015, James moved to Bedford, NH, to be closer to family.
James was predeceased by his sister, Priscilla Caliendo; and a brother, Robert Dean. He is survived by his two daughters, Ann O'Connor and her husband Gerald of Merrimack, NH, and Patricia Provencher and her husband Barry of Wrentham, MA; five grandchildren, James, Holly and Samantha O'Connor and Amy and Margaret Provencher; and many nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours celebrating James' life will be held from 8:30AM - 10:00AM on Tuesday, July 2, 2019, at the Conroy-Tully Walker South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00AM at St. Bartholomew's Church, 8 Two Lights Rd, Cape Elizabeth. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery, Cape Elizabeth. To view James' obituary, or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com
View current weather.
Memories Timeline
Photo Gallery
Guestbook
Sign the Guestbook, Light a Candle
I am so sorry to hear of James’ passing. I was blessed to know him and to be able to care for him at Bedford Falls when I worked there. He was a true gentleman and just all around great guy. He was a pleasure to talk to and to care for and I will miss seeing him when I visit there.
– Michelle McManus
Jackie Frawley fondly remembers “Jimmy” Dean. In later years , would call her and Al, and reminisce about good times past. She asked that I post her love and fond wishes for the family. Al Frawley 3rd (son)
– Al Frawley 3rd
Think we lived across street from Mr. Dean on Mc Kenny Pt Rd–Marge and Bob Ercoli—we wish to send our condolence to his family—we also live in Vero Beach, Florida, last 25 yrs, near and attend Holy Cross Church —-Loved Two Lights area and miss it—– God Bless and Rest in Peace Jim.
– Marge Ercoli
I was saddened to hear of Jimmy’s passing. I only knew him for a short while, but he was one of the kindest men I ever met, and a gentleman in every sense of the word. My prayers are with you all. Since I only heard of this tonight (actually today as I type this), I’m sorry that I won’t be able to attend the services. But I’ll be there in spirit.
– Jack Murphy
Hi Ann, Bedford Falls wasn’t the same today without Jimmy. He is missed. He was such a gentle soul and so kind. I know you have wonderful memories. May God bless your family, Roxana Small
– Roxana
What a wonderful man. I miss seeing him and George Angelopoulos
– HollyAuger