Dean Jay Marlen

DEAN J. MARLEN "THE PRINCE OF MAEYSTOWN", 73, of Chester, Illinois, passed away at 1:55 pm, Monday, November 9, 2026 at his residence.

He was born to the late Leslie and Helen (nee Hoffman) Marlen on June 5, 1953 in St. Louis, Missouri.

Dean was a conductor for Missouri Pacific Railroad for 34 years. He was a former president of the Chester Boat Club and was an avid boater and fisherman.

Survivors:

   Son: 

        James Marlen

   Sister-in-law: 

        Nancy Marlen

   Aunt and Uncle: 

        Jay and Faye Hoffman

   Niece: 

        Lori Haag

   Nephew: 

        Mike Marlen

   Best Friends: 

        Jay, Marty and Bumper

Preceded in Death by: Parents and 1 Brother - Denny Marlen

It was Dean's wish to be cremated.

Visitation: 

   11:00 am - 1:00 pm

   Friday, November 20, 2026 

   Pechacek Funeral Homes

   Chester, Illinois

Memorials: 

   Chester Boat Club