Taven Marquez Dean

Taven Marquez Dean, affectionately known as “Tay-Tay, Nike-Dino baby, and T-Rex” gained his angel wings Saturday, September 14, 2024. Born on May 25, 2024, in Owensboro, Taven brought light and laughter into the world. 

In his short but vibrant life, he radiated joy and was known for his sweet smile, contagious laughter, and playful growls that charmed everyone around him. Taven found immense joy in spending time with the big kids, always eager to embrace the thrill of life. Time with his doll Tay-Tay on the big boy swing was nothing short of magical. The sheer delight he expressed while soaring through the air is a memory that will be cherished by all who witnessed those moments of unrestrained happiness.

As we remember Taven, let us celebrate the joy he brought into the world and the smiles he inspired in others. Though his life was brief, it was filled with love, laughter, and the pure innocence of childhood. Taven’s playful essence will forever be a light in the lives of those who loved him. He will be deeply missed, but his spirit will continue to inspire joy and warmth in our memories.

Taven is preceded in death by his great-grandmothers, Shirley Dean and Mary Hamilton; great-grandfather, Joe Quillen; and great-great-grandmother, Reba Beckner. 

Those left to cherish his memory include his loving parents, Cynthia Marsh and Timothy Dean; siblings, Nevaeh, Gabriel, Allyna, Paiglee and Paxton; grandparents, Glenn Dean (Wendy), Vickie Williams (Danny), Elizabeth Barnett, and Timothy Napier; great-grandparents, James (Yvonne), Edna, and Betty; uncles, Eriksson Dean and Aaron Napier; aunts, Malissa, Savannah, Charatie and Martica. 

The funeral service for Taven will be 3:30 PM Tuesday, September 17, at Glenn Funeral Home and Crematory. Visitation will be from 12 PM until time of service at the funeral home. 

Memories and condolences may be offered online at www.glenncares.com