Marlin "Dean" Summers

Marlin “Dean” Summers, age 77, of Albia, IA, passed away on Thursday, July 21, 2022, at the Monroe County Hospital, surrounded by his family, under the care of EveryStep Hospice. Dean was born on October 27, 1944, in Chariton, IA, to David and Ruby (Stickler) Summers. He attended country school through the 8th grade and graduated from Albia High School with the class of 1963. He married Judy DeWitt on October 12, 1963, at the E.U.B. Church in Albia. To this union, 4 children were born, Melanie, Kevin, Craig, and Mark. Dean was a farmer for over 50 years. He also worked for Bettis Oil Company, Baker’s Feed & Grain, Superior Machine and retired in 2012 after 20 years with Monroe County Secondary Roads. Dean was an active member of the E.U.B. Church in Albia and later Trinity United Methodist Church and the Happy Home Sunday School Class for over 60 years. He enjoyed camping, square dancing, playing cards and anything to do with old Red Tractors and riding lawn mowers. But his true love was his family and friends. Whether it was a hayride and wiener roast, holiday gatherings with lots of food, or all the kids lined up to ride with him in a parade, those were the things that put the biggest smile on his face! Dean is survived by his wife, Judy; 4 children, Melanie Summers of Albia, Kevin Summers of Des Moines, Craig (Candy) Summers of Albia, and Mark (Missy) Summers of Albia; 7 grandchildren, Nick (Jen) Summers, Ashley Richard, Miranda Summers, Jessica (Darrin) Miller, Makenzie Summers, Makayla Summers, and Madison Summers; and 5 great grandsons, Emmitt, Lane, Ethan, Case and Connor. He is also survived by a sister-in-law, Janice Summers of Des Moines; sister and brother-in-law, Jane and Tim Donelson of Pella; brother-in-law, Jim DeWitt of Guthrie Center and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; David and Ruby; his in-laws, Bob and Thelma DeWitt; his brother, Kyle; and his stepfather, Ed McDonald. Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. on Monday, July 25, 2022, at the Tharp Funeral Home in Albia, with Dean’s family present throughout to greet family and friends. Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Albia, with Pastor Roger Henry officiating. A private family burial will be held at a later date. An open memorial has been established and will be determined at a later date.

Marlin "Dean" Summers

October 27, 1944 - July 21, 2022