Dean Short Obituary

The passing of Dean Short of Anna, Illinois leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 29, 2026 at the age of 69. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Dean Short to show support.

He was predeceased by: his mother Reba Short (Belcher); and his friends, Pam and Steve McBride. He is survived by: his father Jim Short; his wife Gail Short; his children, Jason Short (Jade), Zachary Short (Kacey), Katie Goss (Michael) and Sarah Mead (Gabe); his grandchildren, Emma Bowman (Kim "Beau"), Mady Mead, Alivia Mead, Cooper Brinkerhoff, Chanel Short, Hank Goss, Charolette Goss, Penelope Short, Gigi Short and Clair Short; his great grandchild Andromeda Bowman; his siblings, Steve Short (Susan), Tina Short, Keith Short (Jen) and Cozumel Pruette; and his friend Mary Powles. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Carmi Baptist Children's Home.