Franklin “Dean” Edmonson, 71, of Surprise, Ariz., died March 16, 2007. Dean will be remembered for his teasing sense of humor, friendly personality and his love for dancing.

Dean is survived by his wife, Barbara, of 48 years; three children, Melanie (and Chuck), Lyndon (and Denise) and Kimberly (and Todd); and six grandchildren.

Funeral services were March 20 at Maryvale Baptist Church in Phoenix, Ariz. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Treatment Research Foundation.