Dean Eric Lilly, age 60, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025, at Ozarks Healthcare in West Plains, Missouri. He was born on May 1, 1965, in Winona, Missouri, to Paul Michael and Ruth Maxine (Faulkner) Lilly.

On July 24, 1984, he married Lesia Jean Dixon, and they were married for forty-one years. To this union, three sons were born: Eric, Aaron, and Adam.

Dean loved spending time with his grandchildren. He enjoyed hunting, but his favorite thing to do was to go to Yard Sales. He also loved birds and flowers and enjoyed the beauty of nature.

He is survived by his wife, Lesia Lilly; his sons, Eric Lilly (Danell), Aaron Lilly, and Adam Lilly; his brother, Kenneth Lilly; his sister, Tammy Lilly; and twelve grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his father, Paul Lilly Sr., and his brothers, Paul Lilly, Jr., and John Lilly.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 3, 2025, at Pine Lawn Cemetery in Winona, Missouri, with Bro. Darrell Jones officiating, under the direction of Yarber Mortuary, Winona. Condolences may be expressed at www.yarbermortuary.com.