MONROE, GEORGIA — The Monroe and Walton County communities are mourning the death of Dean Pannell
Life and Career of a Master Floral Designer
Community members and business colleagues confirmed the passing of Dean Pannell of Monroe, Georgia. Pannell began his career in floral design at age nine in a local Monroe flower shop before establishing his first business at age 21. His creative career eventually took him to New York City, where he served as a set decorator for NBC and CBS daytime soap operas, earning a Daytime Emmy nomination for his work on Guiding Light. Returning to Walton County, Pannell launched Pannell Designs & Events in 2014, operating in Monroe and downtown Bogart, while also serving as a popular featured host for Walton EMC’s annual holiday decorating and floral design educational programs.
Official Death Announcements and Inquiries
Notifications regarding Pannell’s passing were registered through local Walton County health officials and Meadows Funeral Home personnel in Monroe, Georgia. Official medical reports regarding his exact age and cause of death have been kept private by family representatives out of respect for his loved ones during this time of mourning.
Funeral Services and Community Tributes
Funeral arrangements and memorial services for Pannell will be hosted at Meadows Funeral Home, located at 760 Highway 11 SE in Monroe, Georgia. Public visitation is scheduled for Thursday, October 15, 2026, followed by a formal funeral chapel service on Friday, October 16, at 2:00 p.m. Former clients, colleagues, and community members continue to share tributes honoring Pannell’s creative contributions, mentorship, and decades of artistic service across Georgia.
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