Iva Dean Kilburn (Dean), 86, passed away July 29, 2022 at his home. He was born September 3, 1935 in Gassville, Arkansas to Herman and Rosy Kilburn. She later married Russell Bowen.
Dean joined the Army in June 1954 and served until 1957. He married Dolores Husted on March 19, 1957. He worked for Santa Fe railroad and then later became a meat cutter for Falley’s where he retired in 1990. In his spare time he enjoyed playing golf, fishing and hunting.
He is survived by his wife Dolores of the home, two sons Steve Musselman, Travis Kilburn (Terri), both of Lawrence, three brothers, Donald (Donny) Kilburn, Lawrence, Robert (Bobby) Kilburn of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, George Bowen, Lawrence, two grandchildren Lance Kilburn (Devyn), Lenexa, Kansas, Kelsey Kilburn, Melbourne, Florida, 1 great grandchild Colten Dean Kilburn, Lenexa and several nephews and nieces. Dean was preceded in death by his parents, Herman Kilburn, Rosy and Russell Bowen, sister, Freida Zornig and a brother James (Jimmy) Kilburn.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 4:00 p.m. Friday, August 12th, 2022 at the Eagles Lodge at 530 Wisconsin Street, Lawrence, KS 66044
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Dean’s memory to the Eagles Lodge #309 sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1260 Lawrence, Kansas 66044.
I learned of Dean’s passing today as I filled out a birthday card to mail to him. My heart is broken. I have lost an amazing friend. Dean and I became friends for over 40 years when we worked together at Falleys. He was a meat cutter and I worked in the bakery. He always knew how to make me laugh if I had a bad day. He was an honest and good man who always had a smile. He meant so much to my family and I. We never forgot each other’s birthdays and tried to meet for lunch to celebrate. I talked with Dean on July 25th to see how he and Dolores were doing and if I could help in any way. My thoughts and prayers for strength go out to all the family. Dean will be greatly missed by anyone who knew him.
Steve and family sorry for your loss.
Sorry to hear of Deans passing, I always enjoyed his wit and smiling face, I pray for peace for you all
To Dean’s family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this hard time
Delores and family so sorry for hearing the passing of Dean. Cherish the many memories of your time together as you get thru these difficult times for you and family.
Delores and family we were so saddened to hear of Dean’s passing. We are thinking of you in this time of sadness. Brad Bartlett and Connie Daniels
Dean will be missed by all who knew him. Love to all the family.
I am so very sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers to all of you.
Delores and family, we are so sorry to hear of Dean’s passing. We are
keeping you all in our prayers for comfort at this very hard time.
Delores, Travis and family,
So sorry to hear about Dean. Prayers and condolences to you and your family.
Dolores, Travis, Terri and Family,
Sorry to hear about Dad’s passing. Dad was a good man and an ornery one too. Just like you Travis and your Uncle Jimmy, lol. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of great sadness.
To the Kilburn Family. Our deepest condolences to you all. Hugs & prayers!
So sorry to hear of Dean’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with Dolores and her family.
Travis, Terri and family Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you deal with the loss of your family member ??
Travis, Terri and family; we are thinking of you during this tough time. So sorry for your loss.
Deloris and family, I just saw that Dean has passed. I frequently remember the fun Fridays we shared and many other times. He will be missed by many, and I will always treasure my memories of you both.
Travis, Terri, Lance and Kelsey and extended family,
Bud and I are sorry to hear of your loss.
Travis , Terri and family so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers..
Delores and family, I am so sorry to hear of Dean’s passing. He was always fun to be around and always made me smile.
Travis and family. We are very sorry for your loss.
Travis and Family. Sorry for your loss.