Robin “Rob” Dean, 62, of Florence, Montana, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and taken to his heavenly home on July 15, 2025.
Rob was born on October 5, 1962 in Fort Benton, Montana. Rob lived a fulfilling life with much pride in his family.
Rob grew up in Geraldine, Montana. At 8 years old, Rob joined his older brothers, Dave and Regan, as a boxer. Rob moved to White Sulphur Springs in June 1974. In 1976, as a young boxer, Rob won Junior Olympic Champ between Montana, Wyoming, North/South Dakota. He continued his love for sports as he continued boxing, football and basketball. In 1979, Rob met his future wife Stephanie. Rob and Stephanie would become high school sweethearts. He graduated from White Sulphur Springs in 1981.
Rob would continue his education at University of Montana Western where he pursued a degree in education. Rob and Stephanie’s bond continued to grow, and the high school sweethearts married July 23, 1983 in White Sulphur Springs. Soon after in January, 1985, Amanda, was born in Dillion. Rob completed his education at Dillion in 1985 and the young family moved to Bigfork where Rob completed his student teaching. On September 2, 1986, Erin was born in Kalispell.
In 1987, Rob made the decision to serve his country and he joined the Air Force. Rob served from 1987 to 1991. While stationed at Grand Forks Air Force Base in North Dakota, the family welcomed their final addition, Jordan, in April 1988.
After the Air Force and venturing back to Montana, Rob and his family eventually settled in Florence, Montana in 1994. Here is where Rob and Stephanie would raise their family. Rob continued to be a supportive husband and a loving father. Rob transitioned from being an encouraging father to a supportive and loving Papa to his 10 grandchildren.
Rob is survived by his wife of 42 years, Stephanie Dean. His children, Amanda Jacobson (Jerrad), Erin Gilman (Tyler), Jordan Dean (Mariah). His 10 grandchildren, Texas, Maya, Rex, Colin, Zuzu, Sonny, Archie, Eleanora, Irie and Avery. His 2 older brothers, Dave Dean (Brenda) and their 2 children and Regan Dean (Peggy) and their 3 children. He is also survived by his mother Marie Dean.
Rob and his family would like his journey and death from FTD to help bring awareness to the prevention and reversal of cognitive decline related diseases. Early diagnosis is key. For more information please visit apollohealthco.com.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Florence Carlton Cemetery. Reception following at the family home. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.whitesittfuneralhome.com.