Edward Dean Evans, 98, passed away Wednesday December 11, 2024, in Brigham City, Utah. He was born on May 20,1926, in Malad, Idaho to Ethel Lillian Thomas Evans and Richard Eli Evans.

He attended schools in Malad before continuing his education at Idaho State University and Weber State. During World War II he proudly served his country as a United States Navy air traffic controller in San Diego, California. He was honorably discharged from the Navy with a rate of Seaman First Class.

At a dance at Crystal Hot Springs, Dean met the love of his life, Lorna Hall. The two were married on September 16, 1948, in Garland, Utah, and spent 76 beautiful years raising five children and creating the life they dreamed of together.

Dean’s career and adventurous spirit took the family to many places including Ogden, Utah; the North Platte River in Wyoming; Blackfoot, Idaho; Lancaster, California; Idaho Falls, Idaho; Lakeside, Montana; and Kalispell, Montana. After retiring from the United States Postal Service and pursuing various business enterprises, Dean and Lorna returned to his beloved hometown of Malad, where they enjoyed their golden years.

He was most at peace surrounded by nature. Whether hiking the hills of Malad or fishing along a quiet stream, he found joy and tranquility in the great outdoors. He loved sharing his passion for nature with his family and friends.

Dean is survived by his loving wife Lorna, and his children: Laura (Jerry) Oldroyd, Draper, Utah; James (Barbara) Evans, Las Vegas, Nevada; Timothy (Rita) Evans, Saint Ignatius, Montana; Jennifer (Johnny) Hepworth, Brigham City, Utah; David (Sandy) Evans, Riggins, Idaho; 14 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and his six sisters: Laura, Wanda, Cleo, Nadine, Carol and Peggy.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the compassionate caregivers at Symbii Home Health and Hospice for their dedicated service to Dean in his final days.

A funeral service to honor Dean’s life will be held on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Horsley Funeral Home, 132 W 300 N, Malad, Idaho. A viewing will be held one hour prior to the service.  Interment will follow at the  Malad City Cemetery where military honors will be accorded by the American Legion Malad Post 65.

Dean’s love for family, his devotion to his country, and his deep appreciation for nature leave a legacy that will forever be cherished by those who knew and loved him.