Tammy Lee Dean

Tammy Lee Dean, age 50 of Akron passed away after a brief illness on Monday, March 9, 2020. She was born on December 27, 1969, the daughter of Richard Dean and Becky {Mobley} Dean.

Tammy was preceded in death by her grandparents, nephew Jacob Pyle, and her best friend Eddie Lewis.

She will be dearly missed by her daughter, Kierra Martin; grandson Kaelin; mother Becky; father Richard (Deanna); brother Richard Dean, Jr. (Gracie); fiancé Brandon Holmes; nieces and nephews and many, many friends.

Tammy was the happiest person, and loved everyone she came into contact with. She had a generous spirit, and would always be there to help someone in need. Tammy had a smile that could light up the darkest places, and carried that smile until her last breath. She treated all of Kierra's friends as though they were her own, and left her mark on each of them.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 15, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., with a service to follow at 3:00 p.m. at Newcomer, Akron Chapel, 131 N. Canton Rd, Akron.