Dean Russell Brubaker Jr., age 89, born in Alma, Illinois and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on June 13, 2026. Dean is survived by his children, Belinda Anderson, Dianna Reeves, and Yvonne Brubaker and fiancé, Kevin Moore; nine grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and extended family members. He was preceded in death by his wife, Arsenia Anzures-Brubaker, and daughter, Eulalia Waggoner. He served his country proudly in the United States Air Force. Services are pending.