 The Dean's List with Janice Dean. An Arizona mom who wanted to remember her late husband with joy makes today's Dean's List. Katie Young lost her husband of 16 years, Brandon, after he suddenly had a stroke at the age of 39. They had three kids together, and despite the tragic loss, Katie wanted her family to have a memorable service by putting the fun in funeral. Katie says she didn't want horrible memories, but rather a celebration of his life.