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Debra J. Winter

Debra Winter Obituary

Winter, Debra J.
52, of Phoenix, AZ passed away on 04/11/2011. Debra Jo Winter lost her battle with cancer Monday April 11th. She was born June 27, 1958 in Portland, OR to William Howard & JoAnne Jensen. Deb and her family moved to Phoenix in 1983. She began her career as a nail technician working with her sister and mother at J. Jensens, the salon owned by her mother. She was also an aspiring Singer/Song Writer. She loved her family, her clients and country Music. She was Predeceased by her father and is survived by her husband Joe, her mother JoAnne Jensen (Alan), Sister Denise (Donald) Knudson, children Katie (Chris), Patrick (Cheryl), Josh (Bekah), Grandchildren Austin, Tanner, and Joclynn. Nephews Alex and Kyle. A celebration of Life will be held Saturday April 16th 12 Noon L' Amore Ristorante 3159 E. Lincoln Dr. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions for the education of her precious grandchildren would be appreciated.
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Published by The Arizona Republic on Apr. 13, 2011.

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Diane Connor

April 11, 2025

Miss you every single day. I sure hope you are in Heaven making everyone laugh like you did on earth. Love you, see you on the other side.

Posey Moore Nash

April 7, 2025

No one could sing Oh Canada like Deb!

Patrick

April 2, 2021

Love you and miss you always, we have a constant reminder of you (Joclynn). You are beside us always. Love Patrick

Patrick

April 2, 2021

You are missed Mom, we do have a constant reminder of you though. Love you so much, miss you always.

Posey Nash

April 7, 2019

Darla,
You were the wind beneath our wings...please don't try to sing it!
Forever remembered, forever missed. Popey

TERESA STRASSER

May 8, 2014

STILL THINK OF YOU ALL THE TIME NEB NEB! NEVER FORGOTTEN! LUV YOU GF! TERESA

May 8, 2014

I miss you so much!! I have your favorite pin from school in my office and I look at it everyday and smile!Words can not say what joy you brought to my life!!! I will NEVER forget you sweet friend!!!!
SAL

LeAnn Kirkwood-Kudish

May 8, 2011

Debbie I don't know where to begin! I love you my sweet cousin and know you are with my momma now looking down on all of us. You are loved by many an we miss you terribly! I know you are singing with the angels now. Until we meet again. LeAnn

Rebekah Winter

May 4, 2011

Deb I love you. For who you are to your family. The way you raised Joshua. I know you are the reason he is who he is today and I'll forever be grateful to you for that. You kept your family close while you were with us and you've made us even closer with your passing. It's amazing how many lives you've touched and continue to touch. You are and will always be remembered as the one that helped us all to laugh, love, and live without limitation. Until we're with you again, I love you. Your Daughter -Rebekah

Lisa Denney

April 27, 2011

Last but not least, Deb, where to begin? I have to say that we had some fun times together! I thank you for that! I remember the time we went to do those Glam Photo's & because it was a covert operation, I got in trouble because the old man thought I was out running around with you! Then turns out it was a gift to him! This last week your passing has made me think a lot & I'm so sorry we were estranged! All of the comments about your singing & that puts a big smile on my face:)
All the kids had nick-names & I still call my son the one you gave him...I'll bet your leading the choir up there & keeping things on the up!
To all of your family, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Sincerely, Lisa Denney

Tina Ramsey

April 20, 2011

No words can explain how blessed we have been to have you in our lives! We love you Deb! Our heart felt sympathy to the Winter family! Hugs to all! xoxo

Linda Huff-Hall

April 19, 2011

I will always remember your young face, full of smiles and giggles. Until you are together with the ones you love again, I know you will watch over them and keep them safe. You touched many lives along your way and you will be missed in some way by each and every one of them Deb !

Ed & Diane Connor

April 19, 2011

Love & Miss You Deb

Alicia Searle

April 18, 2011

My Dearest Smurf,
With you I have laughed harder, witnessed a depth of love for family without limits, lived a life with meaning and was blessed to call you my friend. My heart is broken that I will not see you again. I love you. Alicia.

Joshua Winter

April 17, 2011

Mom, words cant express what I am thinking right now. I know that we are closer now than ever. I love you and have loved you more than anything I could imagine. I wish I can say we were prepared for this and that everything will be ok. But we are taking one day at a time and I promise you we will be ok and grow stronger thinking of you every day. I will always be your “mommy's man”, and you will continue on as the angel on my back.

Sally McDonald-Cushman

April 16, 2011

I don't even know where to start or what to say, and how you have touched my life in so many ways. Your sense of humor, your laughter, and your smile. I just hope that you knew how much you meant to me, and how much I loved you, and how much you touched me. My fondest memories are of times in high school, during home ec and how you would always make me be your partner. I just wish for your family and for Joe much love and peace. Love Sally

Sandra Hanson

April 16, 2011

4/16/11 Debbie had a wonderful spirit, full of love and life. We had some fun times after high school. Even after we got evicted from our apartment! Now we have lost two members of How-Han-Mon-Ken.

April 16, 2011

Singer/Song Writer......so very understated! I will miss you Debra, and think of you often. Over 20 years of fun, laughter and, of course, music, but most cherished, friendship. Love from Sooon

NOREDAY MAY

April 16, 2011

DEB TIMES WITH YOU AT THE SALON, GARAGE SAILING, ALL THE GREAT TIMES WE HAD WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN, YOU ARE MISSED IMMENSLY MY OTHER DAUGHTER,
FOREVER IN MY HEART SAY HI TO GORDON FOR ME!LOVE YA

Mandy

April 15, 2011

There is nobody that can even compete with the musical capabilities that you had! I loved running around Arizona with you hunting for the next great garage sale while you sang to me " look hard mandyyy girlllll there are Many treasures to be foundddd!!!" :) you will be greatly missed but forever a part of our hearts. My prayers go out to all my family in az, love you guys!!

Rose Hackett

April 15, 2011

I miss you Deb. I'll never forget the many songs that you made up about everybody, or the concerts that you helped organize when your Mom and I came home late. Love to all of your family. I will always think of you when I eat a Roake's Coney dog or a Burgerville Hamburger. If there is anything that we can do let us know. Love you all
Aunt Wosie or in Deb's words "Gaaaaaaaaaden"

Becky Bywater

April 15, 2011

Debbie,
So many thoughts are going through me, memories I haven't thought about for a long time. I see your smile, the sparkle in your eyes and feel the warmth of a friendship that could be picked up from where ever we left off. You were blessed with family and friends which gave you strength and compassion. Our heart goes out to you and your family.
All our love,
Becky & Richard Bywater

Janae'

April 15, 2011

So sad to hear of Debbie's passing. Couldn't help but notice how everyone mentions her laugh and her singing. I still crack up remembering her versions of Leo Sayers 'When I Need You' and 'Sad Eyes' and who could forget her rendition of David Soul's 'Don't Give Up On Us'? Thanks for the memories, Debbie. I love you and some day I will catch up with you. To hear you laugh again will be absolutely glorious...

"Peen Pony"

April 15, 2011

To all of our Family and Deb’s Friends, I am really sad that we can't make it down for the Celebration of Deb’s Life. Debbie is truly a life to celebrate, as she touched so many people with her love, humor, and songs.
Each of us has our special memories or moments of Debbie that we will cherish forever. Debbie’s spirit and legacy will live on in each of us, as you couldn’t know Debbie and not have had her touch your life. Her love and laughter was contagious. She always had a special song and nickname for everyone that they will cherish. Debbie may physically be gone but she will NEVER be forgotten and her spirit will live on until we all meet again. Rest Peacefully my dear cousin...your pain is all gone.

Lynne Geier-Olson

April 15, 2011

So sorry to hear of your passing. Thinking of you has brought back many wonderful memories of our growing up years in Gladstone. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

S S

April 15, 2011

Who is going to sing to me when it is time for that next "Wonderful Pedicure by Debbie". You will be missed, so much, but the suffering has come to an end and you will now have the Peace you deserve. I will listen for your voice/songs in the wind.

April 14, 2011

DEB,
YOU LEFT US WAY TOO SOON. YOU WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY ALL OF US. LOVE, DIANA, CLAY AND JORDYN & PAULA

Katie Sneed

April 14, 2011

You weren't just my mom you were also my best friend. I'm just sad it took us so many years to get to that point. I know you are no longer suffering but it's hard knowing that I can't just call and hear your voice or stop by the house and put my arms around you. I love you so much! Life down here just isn't the same without you here. We said your probably sitting at a slot machine doubling your money with grandpa. We have nothing but amazing memories of you. Words can't describe how much I miss you but I know when it's my time I won't be afraid because you will be waiting for me. In the mean time we have an amazing family because of you and we will stick together forever. I love you forever and always! RIP my beautiful MOM!

leslie dechenne

April 14, 2011

god bless and keep you,peace to you

PJ Thompson

April 14, 2011

I am so very sorry, I was also born in 1958 and Deb has left us way to soon!!! Her smile and laughter was so beautiful as so was her soul, peace be with you my friend... PJ

michael puderbaugh

April 13, 2011

Thoughts and prayers to your whole family

Chris Saper

April 13, 2011

Deb - we laughed over 20+ years. I always hoped we'd get a singing gig ..miss hearing you sing Dreidelveiss. With Love to all Deb's family, Chris

Julie (Ojala) Suran

April 13, 2011

So many memories to keep you alive in my heart. I will miss you Debra Jo...until it's my time to see you again.

Tommy Powers

April 13, 2011

Her laughter was contagious, I knew her from J Jensens Salon in Phoenix. Debra was one of a kind and a pleasure to know. My condolences to all her family. Her journey continues beyond us, have fun Deb!

Scott Tietz

April 13, 2011

Will miss your smile, and laugh Debra. Thoughts to Denise and the family.

Leanna Kennedy (Nelson)

April 13, 2011

Debra,
You always could make me laugh! What a precious gift. You made my days at GHS lots of fun. I have missed you since you moved away. I will miss you even more now. To Deb's family, So sorry for your huge loss - you are in my prayers.

Charmaine Bannister

April 13, 2011

The joy and laughter with loving friendship was always a part of Debbie. We will all miss her. She is at peace now with God but still smiling down on us.

TERESA STRASSER

April 13, 2011

THERE'S A NEW STAR IN THE NIGHT SKY WATCHING OVER ALL OF US! WE LOVE YA DEB WILL MEET AGAIN SOON LOVE! KEEP LAUGHIN THAT INFECTIOUS LAUGH! LOVE YA TERESA

April 13, 2011

Darla,
The angels have a new member in their chorus. You were such a brave girl, and I will miss you always.
xxoo Pope E

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