Dean Sible

SIBLE, Mr. Dean
Portage, MI Died peacefully in his sleep at home on October 25, 2009, two days short of his 81st birthday. He was born to Burt and Mayme Wilson Sible in Marion, MI, the fourth of four boys. He grew up hunting and fishing in the great Northern Michigan outdoors. He graduated from Midland High School in 1947. He married Marilyn Graham on February 13, 1954 in Mainette, WI and had 55 years of a loving and dedicated union. They raised two children, Michael Dean and Pamela Jo. Dean served his country in the United States Air Force. He worked for Consumers Power Company for 38 years, retiring as Community Affairs Director. H gave his time to many civic organizations, serving 20 years with the United Way. In his retirement, Dean enjoyed his family, golfing at Milham Park and winters in New Smyrna Beach, FL. Despite failing health, he was an eternal optimist. He will be missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents; and 3 brothers, Duane, Don, and Dale. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn at the family home; son, Dr. Mike Dr. Kristine Schmaltz of LaConner, WA; daughter, Pam Duckham Barry of Battle Creek, MI; 6 grandchildren, Darren, Abagail, Paige, and Sam Duckham and Max and Isabel Sible. A memorial service will be held 2 o'clock Saturday at St. Michael Lutheran Church, 7211 Oakland Drive. Friends may meet the family one hour prior to the service at the church. In accordance with Dean's wishes cremation has taken place. Private burial will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the St. Michael Lutheran Church or the charity of your choice. Arrangements were made by the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave. www.langelands.com . 343-1508.