Portrait of Johann L. Dean

Obituary · Rochester, NY

Johann L. Dean

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Johann will be deeply missed by all who loved them.

"What we have once enjoyed deeply we can never lose."
— Helen Keller
What Johann loved
Grandchildren

Johann L. Dean of Rochester, NY has gone home, leaving behind a circle of those who loved her.

These are the contours of a life that meant a great deal to many.

To raise a child is to give the world a future. Johann did this with care.

Passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, age 91.

Predeceased by granddaughter, Emilie LaGasse; brother, James Ebner.

Survived by children, Diane (Mark) LaGasse, Gerald (Debbie) Zeiner; grandchildren, Frank (Laura) LaGasse, John (Denise) LaGasse, Jennifer Zeiner, Ashley (Jason) Zeiner; great grandchildren, Mark, Angelina, Charlie, Xander, Evalina; sister, Kathleen (Gary) Lindsey; several nieces and nephews and many dear friends. She was deeply loved by her family, and will be deeply missed.

Funeral service and interment to be held privately.

Miller Funeral Services is honored to serve the family of Johann Dean.

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