Dean Daib Obituary

We announce the death of Dean Daib of Earlham, Iowa, who passed away on July 20, 2026, at the age of 72. Dean will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Dean Daib to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Leonhardt Daib and Shirley Daib (Plagge). He is survived by: his wife Mary Grisso; his daughters, Elizabeth Kaldunski (Brian) and Kathryn Battani (Jared); his grandchildren, Anna, Emalee, Ivy, Tessa and Isaac; his sister Deb Mertz (Doug); and his loyals, Vizslas, Sami and Molly.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Zion Lutheran Church in Dexter.