Representative Dean Cray of Palmyra is currently serving his fifth, non-consecutive, term in the Maine House representing District 69, which includes the towns of Canaan, Detroit, Palmyra, Hartland, and St. Albans. Dean has served five terms on the Joint Standing Committee on Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry, and has also served on the Energy, Utilities, and Technology Committee.

Rep. Cray has spent his career as a transportation director and also owns his own farm.  He serves his local community as a member of the Free Masons.

Dean and his wife, Darlene, have two children: Jacob and Deanne.  In his spare time, he enjoys outdoor activities, including hunting and fishing.