Behmlander, Dean Lee Utica, Michigan Formerly of Bay City Dean passed away unexpectedly Thursday, December 27, 2012 at his residence. Age 39 years. He was born July 29, 1973 in Bay City, Michigan. Dean graduated from Bay City Western High School, he was an avid golfer, he enjoyed spending time at the gym working out and especially spending time with his family. He is survived by his companion of 23 years Kellie Stilwell, one daughter; Tanner Behmlander, his father and stepmother; Lee and Pat Behmlander, mother; Sharon Macklem, sister; Deanna Carlson, two brothers and one sister-in-law; Ron and Pam Carlson and Shawn Ackley, his aunt Ann Houghtaling, his uncle; Jim Krzysiak, many other aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, special friends; Bob and Donna Harken and many other friends. Funeral Services will take place Monday, December 31, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc.. Officiating will be Rev. Paul D. Theiss. At the request of Dean Cremation will follow the services. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday from 10:00 a.m. and until the time of services. Memorial cards for the wishes of the family will be available at the funeral home.