NASHVILLE - William “Dean” Harper, 49, passed away, Tuesday, August 23, 2011. He was born October 11, 1961 in Nash County. He was the son of the late Rufus and Lillie Mae Harper. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Jackie Harper and Bonnie Bonnie Harper.

Dean is survived by his loving wife, Pamela A. Harper, one brother, Albert Harper, two sisters, Judy Harper and Mary Hawkins, two uncles, Robert and Earl Harper, three nephews, four nieces and four great-nieces.

Funeral Service was Saturday, August 27, 2011 at 11:00AM in the Chapel of Cornerstone Funeral Home with the Rev. Jimmy Scott and Rev. Andy Harper officiating. Burial followed at Harper Family Cemetery with the Rev. Raymond Coley officiating.

On-line condolences may be sent to the Harper family by visiting www.cornerstonefuneralhomeandcremations.com.