Marcus John Deane, "Jack", died Monday, September 1, 2025, at home, with loved ones at his side.  A son of Marcus A. and Gladys (Potter) Deane, he was born January 16, 1936, and lived in Whitinsville for most of his life. In 1953, he graduated from Northbridge High School where he was co-captain of the football team.  After graduation he attended Worcester Academy, then UMASS Amherst on football scholarships. He later played football at Dean Jr. College before earning a bachelor's degree from Clark University.  While a student at Clark, Marcus won awards for writing.

Marcus spent his entire career in construction, more specifically in drilling and blasting.  In 1960, he co-founded Deane and Brown and in 1971 he established Deane Drilling and Blasting, which he owned and operated for 20 years.  Not to be one to "retire", Marcus continued working with Austin Powder Company and Tom Browne Drilling and Blasting for several years.  Considering how hard he worked his entire life, it is fitting he passed on Labor Day.

When he wasn't working, "Jack" enjoyed watching sports or listening to Jazz and Classical music. He enjoyed good conversation, maybe with a glass of Jameson. He was also known for his storytelling--especially of growing up in "The Brick House" and his many adventures with his best friend, Gary Trottier. His parents passed on a strong work ethic and good morals. His mother always had a special spot in his heart. Above all else, he enjoyed being with family and friends, especially seeing all of his grandchildren. 

Marcus leaves his wife of 35 years, Lynne (Bishop) Deane; three children: Catherine Brochu and her husband Michael, of Northbridge; Jeff Deane and his wife Alison, also of Northbridge; Sean Deane and his wife Katie, of Medford; 7 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.  In addition, he leaves a sister Fay VanDyke, in Connecticut and a brother, Dudley Deane and his wife Mary Ann, in Michigan.  He was predeceased by his son Marc Deane and a sister Beverly Gellatley. 

Memorial Calling Hours will be Friday, September 5, 2025, from 5-7PM.  Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to either VNA Hospice and Palliative Center, 100 Trade Center, Suite G500, Woburn, MA 01801, or to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284.