Shelby Dean Lenander, 83

Shelby Dean Lenander, 83, of Coeur d'Alene passed away Feb. 1, 2011, in Coeur d'Alene. He was born Dec. 5, 1927, in Wardner, to Edward and Ina Lenander.

Dean was a decorated U.S. Air Force Veteran. The Air Force was also where his love for aviation started and continued throughout his life.

After returning from the service, Dean graduated from the University of Idaho with a degree in mechanical engineering, leading to his career with the Bunker Hill Company where he worked as an engineer until retiring. He and his loving wife, Jo, loved to spend time at their lake cabin and also enjoyed playing golf, skiing and traveling.

Dean is survived by his wife, six children, 11 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and numerous family members and friends.

Viewing will be held from 4-6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 6, 2011, at Yates Funeral Home, Coeur d'Alene Chapel. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 7, 2011, at Christ The King Lutheran Church located at 1700 E. Pennsylvania Ave. in Coeur d'Alene. Yates Funeral Home, Coeur d'Alene Chapel, is entrusted with the care of final arrangements.

The family has requested in lieu of flowers please donate to the American Cancer Society, 920 N. Washington St., Suite 200, Spokane, WA 99201, in the memory of Dean Lenander.

Please visit Dean's online memorial and sign his guest book at www.yatesfuneralhomes.com.