The first weekend, in 1998, celebrated the 25th anniversary of We Remember Dean International, the fan club co-founded by Silvia BonGiovanni. Lyndon Biegas brought his uncle Bill Ferrill from Detroit. Bill is a chef for the Redwings, if I read my notes right. Look for more pics of Dean lookalike Lyndon on other pages. It's traditional to visit Jimmy's grave in Park Cemetery and leave a memento, either a flower or penny, cigarette or other token.
People kiss the stone, but please stop writing on it with lipstick.
There are whitewashed stones for you to write on. Bring some fresh water to water plantings around the various Dean and Winslow headstones. You can get a free map to the gravesite and other Fairmount locations, at the Gallery. Rob Young and Angela Mallison drove down from Michigan to share their enthusiasm and good cheer this weekend. There is an immediate connection among all Dean fans.