Dean Paul Bollenbacher
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Dean Paul Bollenbacher, age 86, of Celina, passed away Sunday, July 2, 2023, at the Gardens at Celina.
Born January 24, 1937, in Rockford, he was the son of the late Albert and Lillian (Deitsch) Bollenbacher.
Dean married Mary Ann Krall on November 20, 1965. She survives, along with their two sons: Brent Bollenbacher of Tampa, Florida and Brian (Deb) Bollenbacher of Celina, and a granddaughter, Alysha (TJ) Caudill and their son, Brody.
After graduating from Rockford High School in 1955, Dean served in the U.S. Army, stationed in Germany. He retired from the Ohio Department of Transportation after 20 years of service.
Dean was an avid horseman. For many years, he trained and raced harness horses at local fairs and raceways. He was most well-known for his talented mare, Scotch Ricky.
Dean was a member of Celina VFW Post #5713, and enjoyed playing cards there with the other Veterans. He was also a big fan of The Ohio State Buckeyes and Cincinnati Reds.
Private Graveside Services were held at Mercer Memory Gardens. Ronnie Hagaman officiated.
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January 24, 1937-July 2, 2023
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