John Monroe "Johnny" Dees, Sr., age 57, a native of Greene County, MS and resident of Citronelle, died Friday, December 3, 2010 at his residence. He was a truck driver and member of Celeste Road Church. He is survived by his wife, Lorie Ann Dees of Citronelle; his son, John Monroe "J.J." (Renee) Dees, Jr.; grandson, Mitch Meinhardt, all of Deer Park, AL; one brother, Tony Dees of Mobile, AL; two sisters, Linda Sue Lumsdaine of Cypress, CA and Deloris Bowers of Houston, TX; and other relatives and friends. A wake will be held from 6-9 PM Monday, December 6, 2010 with the Funeral service beginning at 7 PM Monday, December 6, 2010 at Celeste Road Church with Rev. Tom Dees officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials be made to one's favorite charity.