Thomas H. Dees' Obituary
Thomas H. Dees, 83, of Fayetteville, AR passed away peacefully Saturday, June 10, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born May 7, 1940, in Keiser, AR to Will Thomas Dees and Lucinda Evaline (Scott) Dees. He was preceded in death by his 6 sisters. A graduate of Arkansas State University, he was a retired real estate developer, having developed Holiday Island.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years Kathy Dees, two daughters, Michelle Dees of Fayetteville, AR, Angela Brenneman (John) of Menlo Park, CA, and five grandchildren, Sarah Brenneman (Clara Bertness) Abigail Brenneman (Nayani Azibuke), Rachel Brenneman (Andrew Dutson), Lucinda Lange (Daniel), and Leslie Williams (Colton Mudloff). Tom will be missed by his beloved dog Clementine.
A funeral service will be held 1:00 PM, Tuesday June 13th in the Chapel of Fellowship Bible Church in Fayetteville with Pastor Michael Smith officiating. Private burial will be held at Fairview Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Fellowship Bible Church 3447 AR-112 Fayetteville, AR 72704.
To sign the online guest book please visit www.bernafuneralhomes.com
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