Sunday, May 15, 2011
Dear Gretchen;
I just now googled Dean and this is what I found. I am shocked and so saddened by his passing, and your great loss. He was a caring compassionate man. In my life, Dean will remain one of my favorite veterinarians. He called me at home one day and told me to sit down. He then told me he was leaving White Salmon. My husband Gary offered to build him a clinic to get him to stay, but that was not to be. He recommended I begin seeing Tom and Laura
Guilliam in Hood River, and I add them to my list of trusted Doctors. I could and did call him at all hours, and he was always there with either an answer, or, a rush trip into the clinic. His dedication to animals and the people who care for them was a very special gift he gave to countless people.
I am so sad for you, and I will NEVER forget Dean; he was my friend.