Such an inspirational man, rest peacefully.

Posted by: Tessa Alvarez - San Francisco, CA - friend
May 25, 2021

Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one, may God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. (Psalms 46 :1)

Posted by: A friend
Nov 26, 2020

My condolences to the family of Fred Dean, we hope many of the encouraging words and thoughts on this site comforts you during this difficult time. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2008 and to the College Football Hall of Fame in 2009. Thank you for Fred's contribution to football. May you find comfort in your wealth of fond memories together. In the days ahead throw all of your sadness, cries and anxieties on the Hearer of Prayers who cares for you.

Posted by: Tony - DC
Oct 24, 2020

Posted by: A friend
Oct 21, 2020

My condolence to the Fred Dean family for your loss because of the covid-19 virus it's taken so many that we care about ,
May the God of comfort be with you at this time of Sorrow.

Posted by: A friend
Oct 21, 2020

Heartfelt condolences to the Dean family. May God who heals the brokenhearted be your refuge at this time of distress.

Posted by: A friend
Oct 21, 2020

thoughts an prayers to the family.

Posted by: Keith Clement - Ruston, LA - friend
Oct 21, 2020

My son was at tech and I had the opportunity to talk to mr dean most people would say he was a gentle giant but to me he was a man with a heart of gold he reached out to my son and helped him through his rough time and I thank god for him mason your dad is and will always be remembered as a light thank you for sharing him with warren

Posted by: A friend
Oct 18, 2020

May God bless your family in this time of sorrow.

Posted by: Kent Sivadge - TX
Oct 18, 2020

My condolences to the Dean family in the loss of Mr. Fred Dean. It was my pleasure to meet Mr. Dean on the Faithful Cruise. He was so kind and personable. That will stay with me. Continued prayers.

Posted by: Pamela Robinson - Rochester, NY - acquaintance
Oct 18, 2020

Look to the Lord for strength, He will comfort your heart in time of sorrow.

Posted by: Jewel Roberson Charles - Oakland, CA - family
Oct 18, 2020

My condolences to the Dean family. truly sorry for your loss, may you all find comfort from God in your time of sorrow.

Posted by: A friend
Oct 17, 2020

He was such a force to be reckoned with, I'll never forget him. He changed the game for the better and broke so many stereotypes. He changed my life and I'll always be grateful. RIP Fred, you were the best!

Posted by: Al Smith - Glen Rock, NJ
Oct 17, 2020

I grew up watching him play football, he inspired me more than you'll ever know. It was amazing to see someone who looked just like me. I was inspired to go to college because I'd learned that it was okay to dream and set goals. I am praying that God provides his family with strength and peace during their time of need. He inspired countless people and will be greatly missed.

Posted by: Andre St. Clare - Rochester, NY
Oct 17, 2020

He was my absolute favorite player of all time. He was the best. I am praying that the God of all creation comforts his family during this difficult time.

Posted by: Tyson Sessions - New York, NY
Oct 17, 2020

My thought and prayer to a good friend and a great football player

Posted by: George Nmn - San Diego - friend
Oct 17, 2020

I will always miss Fred. There is an emptiness in my heart and a hole in the world without him in it. He will be missed by all our family. Goodbye Gentle Giant.

Posted by: Mary Massie-Crimmins - Family
Oct 17, 2020

My sympathy goes out to the family of Fred. What a football player. He will be missed by family and sports fans. So sorry for your loss.Tay

Posted by: Taylor
Oct 17, 2020

To the Dean family, my condolences. As you shed your tears over your loss, may God give you peace and comfort to help carry you through this very difficult time of your loss.

Posted by: A friend
Oct 16, 2020

My Condolences To The Family;
I’m so sorry for your great loss. May all of the beautiful memories that you all shared with your loved one, bring you all some comfort when sadness sets in.

Posted by: A friend
Oct 16, 2020

Mrs Dean. I remember visiting with you all at the Ruston Nursing Home during the time you were taking care of Mr Deans father and I was there with my sister Patricia. Sorry that so many of your family contacted the virus and passed away also loss my sister. Praying for you

Posted by: Gloria Gullatt - Friend
Oct 16, 2020

To one of my childhood idols R.I.P #74

Posted by: Ernest Snell - Shreveport, LA - acquaintance
Oct 16, 2020

My condolences to the Dean Family, we will never forget the contributions that you made Fred to the NFL along with your positive attitude.

God Bless RIP

Posted by: Chuck G
Oct 16, 2020

Please accept my sincere condolences to the Dean Family, May you comforted by the God of Comfort who comforts us greatly in difficult times such as this. May He shower your grieving hearts with endless peace and loving kindness as He helps your cope each day with your loss. Thank you for Fred’s contribution to the Baseball League as he leaves a legacy behind to remember.

Posted by: BRY
Oct 16, 2020

I will like to extend my sincerest condolences to the Dean Family. May God comfort you.

Posted by: Johnnie Mae Elmore - Vicksburg, MS
Oct 16, 2020

October 16, 2020
Dear Family of Mr. Fred Dean:
I am a Member of Sixth Grace Presbyterian Church, 600 East 35th Street, Chicago, Illinois 60616. I am also their PR Person. Reverend Dr. David B. Thornton is the Pastor, and Reverend Donald B. Register is the Pastor Emeritus.

I am also a Former Member of Church Musician Ship Guild, Inc. (1988-2008). The late Dr. Mildred G. Lewis was The Founder, and Executive Director.

I would like to extend my heartfelt sympathy to all of your on your loss. Fred will be missed by all those people who knew, and loved him. Fred did leave a great legacy. "Rest In Peace, Fred".

WITH MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY,
MS. VALINDA D. JONES OF CINCINNATI, OHIO

Posted by: Valinda D. Jones
Oct 16, 2020

He was a great man he will be missed at the la tech football games

Posted by: Sarah Lord - Winnsboro, LA - friend
Oct 16, 2020

My condolences to all the family and may the loving comfort from our heavenly father soothe your aching hearts in your time of sorrow.

Posted by: patricia
Oct 16, 2020

My sincere condolences to the Dean family. May the God of all comfort provide you all the strength to cope with your loss

Posted by: TD
Oct 16, 2020

As a classmate in high school and La Tech, fred was a friend to everyone, he would help anyone if he could, amazing individual and a Gentile Giant not only in size but with his heart as well

Posted by: Al Williamson - Ruston, LA - friend
Oct 15, 2020

Sincere condolences to the Dean family, so very sorry for loss, may God be with all of you as you go through this very difficult time.

Posted by: A friend
Oct 15, 2020

Superstar with The Bolts, who came north and made vital contributions during the early years of the most successful period in Niner history. We will never forget your dominant play and uniquely wonderful personality, Fred, and those chants of "Deanfense!"

Posted by: North Bay 49er Faithful - CA
Oct 15, 2020

Rest in Paradise Mean Fred Dean. You are one of my favorite all-time San Diego Chargers. Love, Aloha, and Mahal to your loved ones as they deal with the loss of you. Aloha Mean Fred Dean.

Posted by: Tony - Chula Vista, CA
Oct 15, 2020

My sincere condolences to the Fred Dean family. I have not Fred since I left Louisiana Tech over 50 years ago but I am still shocked and hurt to hear of his transition. I saw him off the field as a gentle giant and on the field as a force to be reckoned with. My most memorable time was a ride with him from Grambling back to Ruston when I prayed for God to just let me get back in one piece because he drove so fast. I’m thrilled to learn that he became a spokesman for Christ. I imagine that was one his most crowning achievements.

Posted by: Bobbie Washington - Shreveport, LA - classmate
Oct 15, 2020

To the family of Fred Dean. May the God of comfort and peace strengthen you during this difficult time. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Posted by: JE Sowell
Oct 15, 2020

I still vividly remember a very, very hot day in the early 1980s at Rocklin, CA where the 49ers were working out pre-season. Everyone was focused on #16, #42, and the other big-name stars. When they broke for lunch, one player stayed behind to sign autographs for the small army of kids who had been observing. This player had enormous biceps that were much larger than my thighs. I didn't recognize the player who was sweating profusely in the hot sun as he alone signed autographs for 15-20 minutes after his teammates took off to eat.

I remember thinking that he might be an obscure draftee or free agent who was basking in the glory of being in a pro football camp by signing autographs. I asked another fan who he was and he replied Fred Dean who was already an established NFL star. I always admired him for his willingness to make the kids happy by signing autographs that day.

RIP Fred Dean you left behind good memories.

Posted by: gene h - brentwood, CA
Oct 15, 2020

I remember watching Fred when I was a kid. He was an awesome player that always played the game the right way and gave his best. May he Rest in Peace. May God's love support his family

Posted by: Carl Mullen - Austin, TX
Oct 15, 2020

May the memories carry you through this very difficult time.My condolences to the family.May God fulfill his promise of binding up the broken hearted (lsa 61:1).

Posted by: A friend
Oct 15, 2020