Dean Smith

I was so sorry to read of Dean's passing. My condolences. I got to know Dean as a science teacher in the Billings school system. What a sweet man! We shared a mutual concern for the environment - and for students.

Dean was a great friend whom I considered a mentor for how to live life, treat others, educate, and care for the Earth. Perhaps the most important lessons learned from him were to laugh and not take oneself too seriously and to be kind to all life. Rest in Peace my friend.

Dean was one of my favorite people who I worked with at the Career Center and had helped with his flower sales. He always made it a point to say hello to me here at the Lincoln, when he was subbing for us here at School District 2 and would come down to our building. He will sorely missed . Rest in Peace my friend.

As a teacher, friend, and neighbor, Dean has blessed my life with many fond memories. The experiences I had through his Urban Ag classes have continued to this day and also led me a career in Horticulture. His gentle nature and enthusiasm for his craft were evident as he taught, he will be missed. God bless you, may you Rest in Peace.

I have such good memories of Dean. Our West faculty and students were fortunate to have had him as a teacher and colleague. Dean was a kind man. May he rest in peace. Peace be with his family. Peace on earth. Bill Shikany