Allan Dean Boring III, known around Lakeland as Dean Boring, died May 31, 2026, at the age of 77.
The former Lakeland city commissioner and longtime business owner was a central part of Lakeland’s history and culture. Boring spent decades serving the Lakeland community through his business, public service, and civic involvement.
“What Dean meant to this community goes beyond business success,” said Par Sahota, CEO of Boring Business Systems. “He was known for his commitment to local organizations, civic involvement, and the belief that strong companies should be active members of the communities they serve.”…