The family of Dean D. King would like to express our gratitude to the community of North Washington, Rev. Robert Mathias, the members of the North Washington Presbyterian Church, the North Washington Vol. Fire Co. and Ladies Auxiliary, The Masonic Lodge of Parker, The Jack Buzard Funeral Home, The Beer Garden folks, the VNA, our many friends and neighbors, who supported Dean with us, with prayers, food, visits and cards.

You helped him complete his journey with dignity and strength.

We especially want to acknowledge the Fair families, the McKinneys, DeLowrys, McMillens and the Youngs for their abiding loyalty and friendship. You made a long road easier to travel.

In August, Rodeo week added yet another facet of thanks to give. To all of the fire department, men and women, to Dave Hazlett, Dale and Jon, to Sam from Rawhide Rodeo Company, to all who honored, respected and admired Dean and have now shown that in every way possible, we thank you all from the bottom of our hearts. He would have been amazed and pleased.

We have always felt lucky to live here and this show of constant caring is exactly why. We are grateful to you all, bless you for your kindness for Dean and to us.