Carl Dean Kamer

Mr. Carl Dean Kamer, age 70, passed away Saturday December 3, 2016 surrounded by family at Roane Medical Center in Harriman. Dean's love of fishing was second only to his love for God and his church. A genuine Christian man, Mr. Kamer was an active member of Pine Orchard Baptist Church and selflessly served others in the name of the Lord. Mr. Kamer was a United States Military Veteran, having served in the United States Army and earned the Purple Heart Medal, and the Bronze Star Medal with V for valor. Dean was a cherished family man, who invested his time and love into his children and grandchildren.
Mr. Kamer is preceded in death by his parents Henry and Dorothy Kamer. Two brothers: David Kamer and wife Karen and Marvin Kamer. And one brother-in-law, Dean Crass. A beloved husband, daddy, Papa, and brother, Mr. Kamer is survived by Barbara Kamer, his wife of 50 years Three children: Marti Higgins and husband David, Michael Kamer and wife Kellie, Misti Clark and husband Larry "Peanut". Eight grandchildren: Lindsey, Abigail, and Mary Kate Higgins, Noah, Nathan, and Natalie Kamer, Amelia and Madelyn Clark. One sister: Evelyn Crass. Three brothers: Edwin Kamer, Gary Kamer and wife Kim, Dale Kamer and wife Sheila. And one sister-in-law, Linda Kamer. The family will receive friends Tuesday December 6, 2016 from 6:00 PM. until 8:00 PM at Davis Funeral Home, Harriman. Funeral service will follow at 8:00 PM with Brother Ronnie Nickell officiating. Mr. Kamer will be laid to rest at Pine Orchard Baptist Church Cemetery on Wednesday December 7, 2016 at 11:00 AM.