Debbie,
It sadden my heart to have heard that you have left us at (DSCR). You will be missed! We have to remember that even thou we love you, but God love you the best. My prayers go out to your family.

A poem by Terri McPherson for Chris, Lou, DJ and the rest of us who loved her and will miss her so......
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I am not gone, I am changed.
Have faith and please believe me.
God did not take me away from you,
He split the skies and received me.
Now....
I'm an echo in your laughter,
a reflection in your tears,
an extra thread of strength
to help you overcome your fears.
I'm an added ray of sunshine,
more joy for you to share,
a fragrance of the life you live.
Wherever you are - I am there.

(the full version, with music can be found at:
http://www.wisehearts.com/ng2.htm)

Deb, I am missing you. It was a joy to have known you. I am blessed to have our paths crossed. We were a lot alike in our joyful nature and chocolate. You were a good friend, and always a joy to see, just lately not often enough. You enjoyed the outdoors as I, camping, volleyball, and lately our grand children. We both shared the love of animals, just as you saved the squirrel, I save the turtles, and squirrels, well you know. I will miss you greatly and am saddened you left your family and friends all too sudden, and soon. Your presence will truly be a void in all our lives, but I pray for Lou, Chris and DJ, and Melton to remember the memories of you, of your love you had for them. Remember the good times and each day that she graced us with her presence. I continue to pray for each of your family and dear friends for Gods peace to comfort them in their loss. God bless you my friend til we meet again. Love Mandy

How can I begin to express my feelings for Debbie. Words can not express what Debbie meant to me. She was my best friend and a sister to me. She was always there for me no matter what. I will always miss her and remember the wonderful memories we shared. She could always make me laugh when I was down. We shared alot of tough times together but also shared alot of priceless times together. I will always love her and cherish her friendship. We have a bond that can never be broken. Chris, Lou & DJ she loved you all very much and talked of you often.

I was so shocked to hear of Debbie's passing. The world is a sadder place without Debbie, but her spirit will be around all of us who knew her. She had a great personality. I have known Debbie the full 25 years I have been here. We ate lunch together for years and we laughed and cried over each of our trials and tribulations. She stood with me at my wedding. Due to the way we worked, there were times we would not see each other, but we both were only a e-mail or phone call away. I am so glad I hugged her (as we did every time we saw each other) the last time I saw her. She was very special to me and I will miss with all my heart. Chris, just know your Mom loved you so much and just wanted the best for you and raise your son to remember her.

Alicia (Al as she called me)

Debora's Family:
There is a great loss in the world today with this news. Deb always showed her "everyday family" here at work that she was here to do a job and to help us do our job to the best possible means that she could. She always had time to help and make sure things got done. I will miss her training and guiding me through my day. I will miss seeing her and talking with her. DJ, Chris, and Lu: She talked about all of you all the time and shared many a picture and things that happened along the way. Just know how much she loved each and everyone of you. My heart goes out to all of you and I just wanted you to know that she "WAS and IS NOW An Angel."

Debbie, I can't believe you are gone. When I walk into ESOC now in the mornings, there will be a emptiness that nothing will fill. I will miss your laughter and smile. I will think of you often and whenever we get "59 minutes", I will think of the joke we sent around. God Bless to your family. The love she has for you all will never end. You have a Guardian Angel on your shoulder now. Smile at her always.

DEBBIE WAS A GREAT FRIEND AND CO-WORKER. MAY GOD BLESS HER AND HER FAMILY. I WILL HER FRIENDLY SMILE AND HER GOOD MORNINGS. SHE CALLED ME "LITTLE BIT" AND WOULD SAY GOOD MORNING "BITS". I WILL MISS THAT!. I WILL TRULY MISS HER!

Debora was a great person and truly a pleasure to work with. I'll miss her sense of humor and sharp wit, as will we all. My heart goes out to all who were close to her. The great sadness we all feel is a testament to what a wonderful person she was.

I Pray that you allow God to comfort you in your time of deep sorrow. Hold on to each other in order to heal. Remember the good times and her smile as she spoke. Know that Deb feels no pain, God has her in the fold of his arms, comforting her as she watches over you. Allow God to give you the peace of mind, and heart that will allow you to make it through. You three men were the joy of her life, be proud of that. I have very glad that she came into my life. We all loved her and will miss her greatly.

Deb was such a giver, always willing to give anything that she had. I will always remember her and will miss her. She loved to laugh and share stories about her grandbaby. It is always sad to say goodbye, but she will be remembered forever by her family at DSCR. Those of us in ESOD will never forget her.

I am so glad I had the opportunity to get to know Debora. She was funny and real and I very much enjoyed her company. My condolences to her family and many friends.

DEBBIE LOVED HER FAMILY AND SPOKE OFTEN OF HER GRANDSON AND SEEMED TO BE SUCH A TROOPER. I WILL MISS HER AND PRAY THAT HER MEMORY HOLDS FAST WITH HER LOVED ONES. GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU. BE IN PRAYER.

PEARL TAYLOR, ESOD

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Debbie's family and friends. I'm deeply saddened by her sudden departure and our great loss. Debbie was an exceptional person and coworker, she will be missed tremendously. Debbie touched all of our hearts. This is not good bye, just till we meet again.

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Debbie's family and friends. I'm deeply saddened by her sudden departure and our great loss. Debbie was an exceptional person and coworker, she will be missed tremendously. Debbie touched all of our hearts. This is not good bye, just till we meet again.

My condolences go out to Debora's family. May GOD give them the strength to deal with such a terrible loss. Debora will be truly missed.

Kim Westbrook-Smith

Deb,

I will miss your quiet humor, kindnesses and walk.
We could all talk and laugh with you about life.
It seems that the years have gone by all too fast.We did not have enough time together. We will all miss you

May you find comfort in these words. Rev 7:17 Then one of the elders asked me, “These in white robes–who are they, and where did they come from?”
I answered, “Sir, you know.” And he said, “These are they who have come out of the great tribulation; they have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb. Therefore, “they are before the throne of God and serve him day and night in his temple; and he who sits on the throne will spread his tent over them. Never again will they hunger; never again will they thirst. The sun will not beat upon them, nor any scorching heat.For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd; he will lead them to springs of living water. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.”

Words cannot express our grief at hearing of your death,we`ve known you since you were a little girl and never expected you would leave this world so soon.
You were an honor to your parents,friends and family.I will think back on our times together as some of the most warm happy memories of my life. You touched all our hearts and lives ,and will be greatly missed.

Debbie and I have been friends and co-workers for many, many years. We have shared some wonderful memories and lots of laughter through the years. I'm still in a state of shock over her sudden passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family during this difficult time.
Debbie will definitely be missed by the DSCR family.

Debbie was more than a friend to my family,
she was more like a daughter and a sister to
me and my children.
We first meet Debbie when she was seven years old
and lived off of Semmes Avenue.
No one can ever replace her is this life.
Our thoughts are with the family.

Debora will certainly be missed. I always expected to see her when I came in early. We often exchanged humor and pictures. ESOC is a second "home" to many of us and we all feel the pain of losing one of our own. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to her family.

With heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your loved one. Debora was a dedicated worker and always a pleasure to work with. May you find comfort in the memories and may they help you through this trying time.

Debora
It's not fair for no one the way you left.

The Broken Chain

We little knew that morning,
God was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly,
In death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you,
You did not go alone.
for part of us went with you,
The day God called you home for peace.
You left us beautiful memories,
Your friedship is still our guide.
And though we cannot see you,
You are always at our side.
Our ESOC family chain is broken,
And nothing seems the same.
But as God calls us one by one,
The chain will link again some day.

Jose and the ESOC Family.
We miss you.

Debbie will be greatly missed. She was so full of life and we were friends for over 20 years and I will miss her laughter the most. Debbie worked with my father for years and i know he greeted her home. My prayers go out to her family.

Debora was hard working and competent at what she did. She spoke often about her family and friends. She loved them all very much. She will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her co-workers.

Debbie was a friend and terrific co-worker. She was easy to talk to and a real go-getter at work. I know she will be missed by many, many people! Im still greatly stunned by her sudden passing!