Dean D. Phipps
April 19, 2020
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Dean D. Phipps, 74, passed away April 19, 2020 at his home.
Dean was born May 12, 1945 in Des Moines to Dean and Bonnie (Burton) Phipps. He attended Norwalk High School. Dean was an elevator mechanic for many years. He was a local legend in the world of pool and golf. Dean enjoyed fishing and hunting. He was an animated story teller and had a great sense of humor.
Dean is survived by his sons, Dean (Julie) Phipps and Dan (Sheri) Phipps; daughter, Deanna (Kevin) Thorn; siblings, Bev (Reinhard), Rick (Becky), Bonnie (Jack), Albert (Judy) and Alan (Janean); 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ronda; his parents; brother, Joe Lee (Gerry).
The family will greet friends from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, April 24, 2020 at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. Due to the current Covid-19 restrictions, guests will be asked to rotate in and out of the building accordingly.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Delwin Axne
04/23/2020
To the Phipps family and friends, I cannot express how saddened I am for you over the loss of Dean. I have spent time with most of you and have seen for myself his love, care and mentoring for you. I weep also.
I've known Dean for almost 40 years. He was one of my most favorite persons of my life. A friend, employee, golf and pool mentor. His eyes always sparkled and he made mine shine too with his smart stories and funny wit. He knew hundreds of people and was always thoughtful to introduce me to each of them. Everyone loved and respected Dean.
I will forever think of Dean, especially the many rounds of golf that I lost to him, while laughing.
I pray I will see him and Ronda again. Thank you, Lord, for my friend Dean Phipps. May God bless and comfort you all.
Beverly Grenz
04/22/2020
Ill forever cherish the recent week we spent together little Brother, knowing it would be our last for now.
Goodbyes are not forever. Goodbyes are not the end. They simply mean Ill miss you, until we meet again.
Your loving sister Bev
Casey Nolan
04/22/2020
Dean and I spent many days together playing golf, pool, and cards in the winter time at Blank. He was full of life, full of jokes, and always had that silly smile on his face and we know why. He was like an older brother and I know he will be missed. God bless you old buddy.
Callie
04/21/2020
Rest In Peace Uncle Dean. Even though we only saw each other & talked a few times over the years, you have always been special to me. My Mom, Bev, your sister, loved you dearly & my Brother Blane enjoyed your friendship so much. I pray the family finds peace in that he was loved by many and will be missed.