Loretta Dean, 68, of Jena, Louisiana, expired on April 20, 2021. Loretta was born on May 22, 1952. She was the first child born to John and Carol Howard.
Loretta started her education at Good Pine High School, graduated from Jena High School in May 1971.

After graduating, she was employed by Beldon until her retirement in 2014.

She married Wiley Dean on November 27, 1975. To this union three children were born: David Howard (Kim), Leon Dean (Kalee) and Sharon Jenkins (Donte). She was a member of New Evergreen Bapt Church.

She leaves to cherish her memories, her husband Wiley, her children David, Leon and Sharon,her grandchildren, Joshua, Trent, Khayla, Kayson and Jason. Her siblings and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.