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Debra Sechrist Obituary
A lifelong resident of Hampton, she worked at the Happy Shopper Convenience Store on King Street.
She is survived by her husband, Morgan E. Sechrist; daughters, Tiffany Ovitt of Hampton and Mary Bernard of Athens, Texas; sister, Melissa Ramey of Hampton; brothers, Charles Ramey and Michael Ramey both of Hampton; and grandson, Connor Bernard of Athens, Texas.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home in Hampton. Debra's life will be celebrated 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Funeral Home chapel. Interment will follow in Parklawn Memorial Park.
Arrangements are by R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, 245 S. Armistead Ave. in downtown Hampton, 757-723-3191. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Debra Sechrist
George Puglisi
December 24, 2009
This is a very sad christmas this year. Just thinking of all of our love ones that we loss this year. Even though they are gone I still want to wish them all a Very Merry christmas. Love always, Brother and Cousins. George Puglisi
Mary Bernard
December 22, 2009
Momma I will always love and miss you deeply. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you.
Tom Puglisi
December 20, 2009
It is a very sad loss , I remember our Puglisi/Ramey Family Reunion where I was reaquainted with Debbie. Debbie will surely be missed by all who knew her. May GOD BLESS Debbie and all of her Family and Friends. GOD BLESS, my Prayers are with all of the family. Tom Puglisi.
Kari Townsend (fish)
December 18, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. I will miss mrs. debbie so much. I have been friends with her daughter for years and have been on a few trips with the family and I truly felt like family with them.
December 17, 2009
No words alone can express my deepest sympathy of the loss of Debbie. I had known her for 23 years and she was a pleasant person to talk to. She was so proud her of Conner. I will miss her dearly. ANNETTE GRIMALDO
linda sales
December 17, 2009
I am very sorry for the loss of a lovely woman who was gentle, caring, loving, who always had good things to say about people and tried to keep the peace. i feel as though we have lost and angel who was needed elsewhere. to her family from mine we are sorry for your loss and our thoughts are with you all Jay, Tiff, Mary, Melissa i love you all wish we could have been there for you.
lonette tibbs
December 16, 2009
she now has her wings cause god need a very special person to help him. So now she is looking down and watching over all of her family.She was a wonderful wife and mother and grandmother too. she was funnie to be around and make you feel at home when ya came by to visit.That's the lady I knew and will always when I see her daughters, I see that person in them ....God bless .. love lonette Tibbs
anna weaver
December 15, 2009
I was so shocked to hear of Debbie's passing. She was always kind and she always asked how I was doing at Smitty's. I and my daughter will miss seeing her beautiful smile at Solo...it won't be the same going there without seeing her.
My heart goes out to her family. Even though Debbie is in Heaven, I feel so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your memories.
God Bless you all.
Anna Weaver and Sara Weaver
December 15, 2009
I was so shocked to hear of Debbie's passing. She was always kind and she always asked how I was doing at Smitty's. I and my daughter will miss seeing her beautiful smile at Solo...it won't be the same going there without seeing her.
My heart goes out to her family. Even though Debbie is in Heaven, I feel so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your memories.
God Bless you all.
Anna Weaver and Sara Weaver
brandon jones
December 15, 2009
i will miss lil debbie telling people that i used to sleep on the floor at the station and that she had to step over me and say its time to get up brandon debbie was the sweetest person i ever knew she loved everyone my heart goes out to the sechrist family
DANIELLE DAVIS
December 15, 2009
Jay, stay strong she will always be in your heart every where you go.
Danielle (OFC Davis)
December 15, 2009
I will cherish the memories I have of working with Lil Deb at Solo. We had so many good times. Watching Lil Deb run around with so much nervous energy. We laughed and joked around during our shift. This is how I will remember Deb. The world has lost a kind, sweet and loving woman. I am proud to say she was my friend. Love you and miss you Lil Deb. Debra Jones, Hampton, VA
Mickie Bass
December 15, 2009
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Sharon Grather
December 15, 2009
Jay, Tif and Mary, 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. I love Little Debbie.
Michael Gordon
December 15, 2009
Jay and Family,
Know that God is with you at this difficult time.
I will keep you in my prayers.
Cindy Higgins
December 14, 2009
My kids and I use to live on Mitchell until 2006 and the first time I ever even knew Debbie is when my youngest daughter drove her bike into the back of the Sechrist truck fracturing her wrist. A year or so later Heather would meet Dean. I remember so many times driving all the way from Buckroe just to buy gas and cigarettes from Solo (that was the store's name back then). I would chat with Debbie about the kids and what ever happen to be going on. She was one of the kindest ladies I have ever known. She always had a moment to spare for me and I will always remember that. My heart and prayers go out to each of her family, I know the loss is great but remember she is with the Lord Jesus. I pray that the Lord be with each of you and comfort you during this time of grief. Debbie is now with the angels watching over her love ones. Please find comfort in knowing that one day we will all be together again in our Lord's Kingdom.
December 14, 2009
Dear Jay and family. Deana already sent a message, but I wanted to add my sincere condolences to you all. My whole family loved little Deb, and we will miss her greatly. Take care of yourselves.
Gene Morehouse
December 14, 2009
I will miss Debbie terribly. This world has lost a great ray of sunshine. Whenever I eat lasagne I will share a forkful with Debbie in my thoughts. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. Just remember the love she gave each and everyone. Deana Morehouse(Hampton,Va.)
Debbie Mills
December 14, 2009
Tiffany & Family,
Wanted to let you know how sorry I was to hear about the loss of your mom, I know it is hard. Always remember the times you had together with her and that will get you through this. She was always willing to help anyone she could and that says what kind of special person she was.
Debbie Mills
George Puglisi
December 14, 2009
I so very sorry to hear about my cousin Debbie passing away. She was such a sweet person. I will miss our talks on the phone all the time. Jay I so sorry for you and the girls. I wished I could make it down there but just can't do it at this time. I love all of you very much and my prays are you all. George
Megan Horan
December 14, 2009
Tiff and Family, I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you. ~Megan Horan and Family
Jessica Minkel
December 14, 2009
She was a wonderful woman and we will all miss her. Our thoughts and prayers are with "Tivo" and her family during this hard time. We love you. Jessica & Larry Minkel
December 14, 2009
Dear Jay, Tiffany and Mary,
My heart aches for each of you. Debbie had such a big heart and I will miss her and her loving spirit. We love you and wish we could be there.
Love, Linda, Mark, Matthew and Sydney
Matt Conard
December 14, 2009
tiff, and family,
Mrs debbie was a great woman . She was a second mom when i was growing up. i remember spending many many good times. She will be truely missed and never forgotten.
Matt Conard
Matt Polcyn
December 14, 2009
Jay,
I'm sorry for your loss. With deepest sympathy,
Nick Thomas
December 14, 2009
She was a great women for time I knew her . My heart and prayers go out to Tiffany and her family in this time of need.
Nick Thomas and Family
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