Dean Kenneth Thibideau, 71 of Nasonworth NB, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 25, 2021 at Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital in Fredericton, NB.  He was born in Annapolis Royal NS and lived in Bear River NS for most of his life. Dean worked at CFB Cornwallis as a civil service mechanic, and upon its closure, was transferred to Gagetown Base, Oromocto where he continued until retirement.

Dean loved to share a good joke, go to coffee with his friends, tinker in the garage and watch the Nascar race every Sunday. Dean's pride and joy was his family; the ones he laughed with, lived for and loved. 

Dean is survived by his wife of 51 years Wilma; daughter Kellie(Mike)Francis Digby NS; granddaughter Mikya (Teya) Francis Yarmouth NS; sister Gertrude Robinson Round Hill NS; as well as his many inlaws, nieces, and nephews. He was predeceased by his dearly loved daughter Michelle Thibideau, mother and father Benjamin and Hazel Thibideau, brother Gordon, and sister Dorothy.

The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to Dr Paul Kerr for all the years he provided care, and to the wonderful staff of the Intensive Care Unit.

Cremation has taken place under the care of Bishops Funeral Home, a family graveside service will take place at a later date in Bear River NS. Donations can be made to the Nova Scotia Council of Scouts Canada, or a local children's charity of your choice.