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Dee, Greg & Amanda Taylor
April 1, 2009
Debbie you will be missed so much. Your smile and energy always seemed to light up the room.
Anita McCready
March 31, 2009
To Deb’s loving husband James:
You had the great joy of feeling two human souls joined for life. You were able to strengthen each other in all your labor, to lean on each other in all your sorrow, to help to each other in all your pain, to be one with each other in silent, unspeakable memories at the moment of your last parting. I know you had many wonderful memories together and as time passes, those memories will dominate the heartbreaking ones that are most recent in your mind. I saw you take such good care of Debbie during her illness. You were devoted to the end. What more could she want? If she had a choice she would not put anyone through the pain she left behind. Take advantage of all the love your brothers and sisters in faith can provide during this difficult time and show the courage Debbie did by following the path that will lead you to see her again.
To her son and daughter, Devin and Dayne: the pain of losing a parent is so difficult. I encourage you to think of how special she was and how you can keep her alive in the way you live your life, passing on the things she taught you to others. Love her still by letting your love reach out to each other, family members and others. Honor her by showing the same love for her God, Jehovah, and concern for people as she did. She was so proud of you. Show the people around you she had good reason to be.
To her parents, Dave and Shirley: as a parent, I cannot imagine a more horrible pain than losing a child. I hope it gives you some comfort to know how much your little girl was loved and how much she will be missed. She was a wonderful, beautiful, creative, loving, strong, courageous person. I know you were so proud of her. She will always remain that person in our memories and conversations.
To her sister, Angie: you have lost your only sibling, your biggest fan, best friend and closest confidant. It is not selfish to want those things back. You were the best sister anyone could want. You were there for her right to the end. Some never get to experience that kind of care and love. But Debbie knew intimately the depth of your devotion to her. We will speak of her fondly in our conversations. We will speak of her happy spirit, her kindness to others, her beauty and courage. We will take these things and hold them dear to our hearts. The greatest legacy is the effect we leave on those left behind. We find we want to imitate her in certain ways, and admire her in others, and we both long for and look forward to being around her again in the future.
To all of Debbie's other relatives and friends: I am so sorry for the pain and loss you feel at this time. We share that bond and will try to help each other endure this tragedy together.
With much love to all of you, Anita.
Carolynn Kearby
March 30, 2009
To the Family and Friends of Debbie,
I was very sad to see Debbie passed. I had the great pleasure of meeting Debbie for the Pink October Fashion Show. I was chair this year and Debbie was a big help to me with all the other models.
Debbie told all the ladies they to could be fashion models, her bright smile lite up the whole room every time she came in. She looked so good in her Harley outfit, that seemed to be fitting for her. Full of life, spirit, love of family and just wanted to ride like the wind.
All of us on the committee will miss her wonderful smile and little girl charm.
I have many photos from the fashion show if any of the family would like to have some. Thank you for sharing Debbie with us even if it was just one night of the fashion show, she will remain in our hearts forever.
james pedigo
March 29, 2009
debbie
today the day after your service i am sitting here in our living room thinking about you and the life we lived .the tears keep flowing for the loss of you .i have tears of sorrow and of joy knowing that we will be togeather again in the new system of thing i will do what ever it takes to keep this family on the right trac it's going to be hard because i always took for granit the thing you done for this family i will keep my prommis to raise our daughter in the way you wanted don't know if i can dress her and do her hair the way you did but will try my best. babe i miss you so much that i can't explain . buti know you would be happy that over 300 people celabrated your life at the kindom hall you will be missed by many more deb i also want you to know how strong your son is he made me so proud to be his step father. debbie i miss and love you and will see you soon
your husband
james
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Cora Brown
March 29, 2009
Dear little Debbie-
She was our little girl, she was always at our house when the family lived next door. I was with Shirley doing her nails when Shirley was in labor. We were together at Debbies start and today at Debbies loving memorial.
Love Uncle Larry and Aunt Cora Brown
March 28, 2009
We were so devasted to learn about Debie-she was always so sweet and easy to talk to. We look forward to seeing her again real soon! May Jehovah comfort you at this time.
Margie Hugi, Ramona and Renee
Helen and Harlon Scroggins
March 26, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Vicki Hafferty
March 26, 2009
I was so saddened to find out about the loss of such a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of those who loved Debbie during this very difficult time. I have only have only ran into her occasionally over the years but I will never forget all the good times we had growing up during our middle school and high school years with her and her sister Angie. She will be dearly missed.
Karen Rocha
March 26, 2009
Angie,
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this extremely hard time. (Nikki's Mom)
Denise Conrad
March 26, 2009
God blessed me with Debbie as a stepsister for well over 17 yrs. She was just one of those special individuals that could light up a room merely by walking into it. She'll continue to be that light for many in their fond and loving memories of her as they will for me.
Nikki Rocha-Weinrich
March 26, 2009
I am so sad. My heart is aching for your loss. Debbie was such a beautiful spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with your family through this very difficult time. She will be missed but never forgotten.
Kelly Cantrell
March 25, 2009
Deb was more like a sister to me growing up, and I will never forget the fun we had together. It is hard to put in words how much I loved her, she was somehow fragile, yet stronger than most. We played endless amounts of board games(you know before cable was invented or before it came to Sutter anyway)and the first time I played music in front of a crowd was with Deb at Rico's, yeah scared to death.....But, easier because we did it together. I will miss you Debbie, but yours will be just a blink of an eye and our hope is that we endure so we can be with you in Paradise.
Love to all of Deb's family: Remember the good times, they never get old.
Love, Kelly, Sherrie, Crystal, Casey and Cole.
Larry Brown
March 25, 2009
You will always be remembered. All our Love!
Larry & Anita Brown
Melanie Sanchez
March 25, 2009
My heart goes out to all of you.Debbie your smile always made me smile.To the family my heart goes out to you all.My prayers are with you.
leti lepe
March 25, 2009
Our prayers go out to your family. May this time bring you lots of peace in your hearts. You will be missed.
Joyce Essary-Ray
March 25, 2009
Deb,I am so sad about your passing, you are truely going to be missed!! I REJOICE in the fact, that one day we will all be together again.. I Love You Joyce
March 25, 2009
We are so sad to hear of Debbie's passing. We know she fought so hard. She is now in Jehovah's care and although that is the ultimate comfort, death is still a sting. Our prayer is that you all may be able to lean on Jehovah and especially when your thoughts and memories are extra hard. We will always remember Debbie from the time she was a little girl and we look so forward to seeing her again healthy and happy. We are out of town and will not be able to attend her memorial but please know that our thoughts will be with you. Love, Bill & Becky Hampy
Charlotte Brandwood
March 25, 2009
Debbie,I first met you in grammer school and then we worked together at Rico's. We had some fun times. I remember you always had a smile on your face. You will be missed.
Jeff Brown
March 24, 2009
Debbie I will miss you and will never forget you. your cousin Jeff Brown And Family
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