Tony Dale Dean, 57, of Elysian Fields, TX, went to be with his Lord and Savior, March 3, 2012 after a lengthy F.I.G.H.T. with cancer. He is FINALLY healed!! Tony spent his life with his beloved wife, Carolyn - the treasure of his heart. He was the owner/operator of Sideline Footwear in Marshall Mall since 1989. He was an active member and deacon at New Hebron Baptist Church, Elysian Fields, TX. In 2010, Tony began serving as a member of the Marshall Camp of The Gideons International. He was also a member of the Sons of Confederate Veterans. Tony is survived by his mother, Eva Christine Mosley, and step-mother, Margie Dean; his two faithful boys, Nathan and Tim; their wives - his two girls, and adoring grandchildren. Visitation will be held on March 6, 2012 from 6-8:00 pm at Downs Funeral Home. The funeral will be held on March 7, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at New Hebron Baptist Church, Elysian Fields, TX. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations are made to New Hebron Baptist Church or The Gideons International.