Obituary of Jimmy Dean

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Jimmy Dean

Jimmy Ray Dean (born August 10th, 1928 in Plainview, Texas) was a Businessperson who was best known for being a country music singer, named after a sausage company. He died on June 13th, 2010 and his death was possibly because of old age. Dean died at the age of 81.

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Jimmy Dean Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Dean, Jimmy Ray
    • Common Name: Jimmy Dean
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Plainview, Texas, United States
    • Birth Date: August 10, 1928
    • Age: 81 (at death)
    • Occupations:
    • Genre: Country Music
    • Active Years: 1953-2010
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Lays Ripple Chips
    • Favorite Color: Aqua
    • Favorite Scent: Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet
    • Favorite Actor: Dustin Hoffman

    Jimmy Ray's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Jimmy Ray Dean
    • Father:
    • Mother:
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Donna Dean Stevens (married-his death)

Death Notice:

  • Date: June 13 2010 at age 81
  • Place: Varina, Virginia, United States
  • Cause of Death: Natural causes

Category Tags:

BusinesspersonSinger Country Music Genre American Born on August 10th Born in 1928 Born in Texas Died in 2010 Died at age 81 Died from Natural causes

Quotable Quotes:

"I think if this country gets any kinder or gentler, it's literally going to cease to exist."

"I look very much forward to showing my financials, because they are huge."

"A clear conscience is usually the sign of a dude that is brain dead."

"When fans ask me for advice, here's what I tell them: "Grin once in a while; it's good for you!"" (IMDB)

"Jimmy Ray Dean will always be remembered for his incredible talents, infectious personality, and lasting impact on the world of country music. (V)"

"Jimmy Ray Dean was an American country music singer, television host and businessman, known for founding the Jimmy Dean Sausage Company, who passed away at the age of 81 after a prosperous career in the entertainment industry. (V)"

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-10-13 00:43:06
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