Dean G. Gray, 80, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 12, 2017, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison. Dean was born in Sparta, WI, on March 25, 1937, the son of Louis and Lorna (Kuehl) Gray. He grew up in Tomah and graduated from Tomah High School in 1955. Dean continued his education at the University of Wisconsin-Stout where he met his future wife Lois. They were united in marriage on Sept. 28, 1957, in Dubuque, Iowa. They made their home in Baraboo raising their young family while Dean worked for the next 18 years as a salesman of drafting and computer equipment for AM Bruning. In 1990 he opened Baraboo Sign Co, working with his youngest son in computer-aided design and graphics until retiring in 2005. In his spare time, he enjoyed many years of teaching his sons moto-cross racing. His family meant so much to him and was the highlight of his life; in his later years he especially enjoyed making weekly phone calls to his kids and grandchildren. Dean will be truly missed by his family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Lois of 59 ½ years; four children, Renae (Joe) Huinker, Todd (RaeAnn) Gray, Kara (Brad) Gunderson, and Morgan Gray; five grandchildren, Markee (fiance’ Troy), Austin, Connor, Ryan and Anna; a sister, Donna Roeske; and other relatives and friends. Dean was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother-in-law and good friend, Lon Roeske. A family celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Memorials in memory of Dean may be given to the family. The Rago-Baldwin Funeral Home, 520 East St., Baraboo, is assisting the family with arrangements.