Lienke, Deane Thomas 'Dean' Age 67, passed away in the arms of his constant and loving companion Brigitte. Dean loved the Boundary Waters, camping and spending time with his brother Dana. He was a quiet and kind man. He moved out west to escape the harsh Minnesota winters, but kept in touch with the family that he loved so much. Preceded in death by his parents Laura and Martin, siblings Douglass and Dana. Survived by Brigitte Pascutoi, Robert Kane, Karen Lienke, Siblings Dennis (Shirley Reider), Lisa (John) Gagne, many beloved nieces and nephews. He was loved so much and will be missed by all. Dean's remains will be scattered at sea off the Oregon Coast near his home.