R. Dean Harris, Sr., 87, husband of Janet (Doyle) Harris and father of Deana (Harris) Tipler and Richard "Rick" Dean Harris, II all of Waynesboro, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at his home, while surrounded by his family.

Mr. Harris was born on October 26, 1935, and was raised in Waynesboro, Virginia by his proud and loving parents Frank and Vivian Harris.  His family was his biggest accomplishment, of which he was most proud.  Dean was a loving and supportive husband, father, and grandfather above all else. He is survived by his wife,  Janet (Doyle) Harris, who he spent 32 wonderful years with,  his daughter, Deana Tipler and husband Brad; his son, Richard "Rick" Dean Harris, II and his wife Beth; his grandchildren, Dalton Tipler; Liam Tipler; Ethan Harris; Zachary Beach and Liam Beach; his brother, Ronnie and wife Sylvia of Waynesboro;  his brother, Rudy and wife Debbie of Stuarts Draft; a number of nieces and nephews and a special, loyal canine, Abby. Dean was preceded in death by his parents, his infant daughter, Jennifer, with who he was joyfully reunited in heaven and brother, Bob, who he missed every day.

Dean was not only dedicated and committed to his family, he was also a committed and upstanding member of his church and beloved community.  Dean was a member of Calvary United Methodist Church and the Coast Guard Auxiliary.  He worked at GE as a supervisor for over 20 years and then became the proud owner and operator of Al's Cab and Staunton City Cab for 40 years. Dean did not just run the cab business; Dean was the cab business and was happy to be involved with every facet from driving to working on the cars. Dean Harris was a tool and die maker, a driver, a mechanic, a business owner and leader, and a problem solver.  He took tremendous pride in his family and loved helping his community.  He had an unparalleled dedication to his work and business as well as a love for water, boating, camping, and driving.  In all these things, he most enjoyed time with his family, as they were his top priority. Those who knew him were truly blessed.

The family will receive friends on Thursday March 30, 2023 from 6:00-8:00pm at Coffman Funeral Home & Crematory, 230 Frontier Drive in Staunton.

A celebration of life will be held at 3:00 on Friday March 31, 2023, at Calvary United Methodist Church by Pastor David Vaughan.

Burial at Augusta Memorial Park will be private.

The Family would like to thank The Hospice of Shenandoah for their kindness and care.

In Lieu of flowers, those desiring to make Memorial Donations can be made to Augusta Dog Adoptions of Staunton VA. at augustadogadoptions@hotmail.com or Calvary United Methodist Church Food Pantry at 2179 Stuarts Draft Hwy Stuarts Draft, Virginia 24477

Coffman Funeral Home and Crematory, 230 Frontier Drive in Staunton is in charge of his arrangements.