Dean Stump
December 17, 2015
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Dean Monroe Stump, 87, passed away December 17, 2015. Services will be held at Altoona United Methodist Church, 602 5th Ave. SW in Altoona, IA. Burial will be at Stump Cemetery in Van Meter, IA. Family will greet friends from 4 to 6 p.m. on Monday, December 21, 2015 at Altoona United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at the church.
Dean was born March 10, 1928 in DeSoto, IA to Josephine (Mapes) and Jacob Stump. After graduating from Adair High School he served in the US Navy from 1945-46 and then attended AIB College. He worked for John Deere in the Personnel Department for 34 years. He was a member of Altoona Corp. of Retired Employees, Cast Iron Seat Association, MO Valley Wrench Club and a 50 year member of King David Lodge and OES # 284.
After retirement, Dean continued building his John Deere collection. He also enjoyed traveling, attending his grandchildren’s sporting and music events, and volunteering at the church and local food bank.
He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Lois Stump; son, Gary (Lisa) Stump; grandchildren, Brian (Cassie) Stump, Carl (Kayla) Stump and Caroline Stump; and great-grandchildren, Ben and Lauren Stump.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Altoona United Methodist Church or to the Caring Hands Food Pantry. Condolences may be expressed online at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Paul and Mary Porter
01/04/2016
To the Dean Stump family: We just found out about Dean's passing and are sorry to here of your loss, Mrs. Stump, Gary, and family. I (Paul) have very fond memories of Gary, as a school friend, and the entire family.
Evelyn Morgan
12/21/2015
Gary and family - Sorry to learn of your Dad's passing.
Paul & Sally Sparling
12/20/2015
May the Lord be your Rock and Fortress, your strength in these days of need.
Al and Bonnie Evans
12/20/2015
Lois and family,
Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. May you all feel God's presence during this difficult time and may He give you peace that one day we will all be reunited in our heavely home. Blessings!
Kim Erickson
12/19/2015
Very sorry to hear of Dean's Passing. He was a good family friend and was my Dad's dearest friend of 60 years. Lois, Gary and Family, I'm thinking of you in this sad time, and offering prayers of peace and love.
Charolette &Gordy Traxler
12/18/2015
Lois, thinking of you, sorry to hear of Deans passing. Always enjoyed our visits at the cast iron seat meets and sales. Take care.
GLEN ERICKSON
12/18/2015
Goodbye to my long-time dearest friend and co-worker. We have shared many memories for over 60 years. You were more like a brother to me than a friend. My heart is heavy and I have tears in my eyes.