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Deborah Archey Obituary

ARCHEY Deborah Archey, age 55, of Columbus, died Thursday, May 14, 2009 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. She is survived by sons, Jason and Joel, Columbus; beloved friend, Larry Jude, Columbus; parents, Donald and Revel, Delaware; siblings, Stanley (Sheri), Canby, Ore., Libby (Dan) Inkrot, Delaware, Elisa (Don) Writesel, Gahanna, Gayla (Jeff) Barsch, Pickerington, Tawnya (Ken) Baer, Portland, Ore., Jonathan (Kim), Gahanna; nieces and nephews, Zac, Jairica (Neil), Eli, Ambrose and Alana; and a host of loving friends through the ages. The Family will receive friends Tuesday from 4-7 p.m., at The HILL FUNERAL HOME, 220 S. State St., Westerville, where there will be a memorial service at 7 p.m. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held in her memory, Wednesday, 7 p.m. at the Archey residence, 2448 Klondike Rd. Delaware, Oh. 43015.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on May 17, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
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Sponsored by Elisa Writesel.

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Elisa Writesel

October 30, 2025

Debbie, I think of you every day. I miss your hugs.
Love, Elisa

Libby

October 30, 2025

Debbie,
Miss you so much. Thinking of you on your birthday and every day.
Love, Libby

Libby

September 7, 2025

Debbie,
Wish you were here to enjoy your grandchildren.
Love, Libby

Libby Inkrot

May 13, 2025

Debbie,
Miss you everyday for the last 16 years.
Love, Libby

LIbby

October 31, 2024

Debbie,
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU! HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU! HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU! Love, Libby

Elisa Writesel

October 30, 2024

Happy Birthday, Debbie. I´m making those no-bake chocolate cookies while I reminisce about your Halloween party at Club North. What fun we had! I miss you every day. Love Always, Elisa

Elisa Writesel

May 16, 2024

It´s been 15 years since our world changed forever, but I can still feel your hugs and hear your voice. I had wor su gai on Tuesday in your honor. It was good, but your sauce was the best.

Libby

May 14, 2024

Debbie, I think of you every day, several times a day. Hard to believe it's been 15 years since you left. Love, Libby

Tawnya Baer

October 30, 2023

Debbie,

It´s hard to believe how much time has gone by and that you would have been 70 today. I miss you and think of you often, and when I need to remember a number, I smile knowing that "50 is half of 100!"

Love,
Tawnya

Libby

October 28, 2023

Thinking of you today as I do every day and your birthday coming up. Miss you. Love, Libby

John

July 18, 2023

Still thinking of you daily, dear sister. I love and miss you so much!

Libby

June 13, 2023

Debbie, I think of you every day, several times a day. Miss you. Love, Libby

Elisa Writesel

May 14, 2023

P.S. Yes, I know it´s "satin pillERS to cry on" lol!
e.

Elisa Writesel

May 14, 2023

It´s 2:30 a.m.. I lie here in bed crying for you. Suddenly I hear you in my head, belting out, "Satin sheets to lie in, satin sheets to cry in..."
I love you. I miss you. And despite the pain, you still make me laugh. You always could. Thanks for that.
Elisa

Libby

December 23, 2022

Miss you. Love, Libby

Elisa

May 14, 2022

I´m sad that your beautiful grandchildren don´t know how wonderful your hugs feel. I love and miss you, always.

Libby

February 9, 2022

Debbie, thinking of you always.
Love, Libby

Libby

December 25, 2021

Debbie, Merry Christmas! You would be so happy that you now have 3 beautiful grandchildren. Both your son's are doing well. Thinking of you today and everyday.
Love, Libby

Elisa

October 30, 2021

Dear Debbie,
I miss talking with you about everything under the sun. You were right that time does *not* heal all wounds, but they can scar over if we let them. At the rate I´m going, I think I´ll get over losing you about in about 86 years.
Love Always, Elisa
PS- I still think liver and onions are disgusting.

Libby

October 30, 2021

Debbie,
Thinking of you today on your brithday and every day. Love, Libby

Libby

July 21, 2021

I agree with Tawnya, birthdays aren't the same with out you singing Happy birthday and many more. Miss you.

Tawnya Baer

June 24, 2021

I miss how you sang Happy Birthday and sent me balloons. Birthdays aren´t the same without you.

Libby

May 14, 2021

Debbie, miss you so much.
Love, Libby

Libby

April 17, 2021

Debbie,
Hard to belive its been almost 12 years. Miss you. Love, Libby

Libby

March 7, 2021

Debbie,
Miss you, dad and mom every day.
Love, Libby

Elisa Writesel

October 30, 2020

Happy Birthday, Debbie I’ve been playing the soundtracks from your favorite musicals- My Fair Lady, The Sound of Music, Oklahoma, Jailhouse Rock, A Star Is Born, Dirty Dancing, and of course the Rocky Horror Show. What fun we had singing and dancing (and throwing rice!) Thanks for the joy, and the love. I miss you every day. Feel fee to visit me any time. Love, Elisa

Libby Inkrot

October 30, 2020

Debbie,
Miss you so much.
Love, Libby

Elisa

May 13, 2020

You died on a beautiful blue sky day. I was dying with you and Don came and lifted me out of your hospital room. I could feel you smiling at him. Ill never forget the look in Libbys eyes. Sisters.

Libby Inkrot

May 11, 2020

Debbie,
Miss you. Love, Libby

Libby Inkrot

March 11, 2020

Debbie,
Remembering you today and every day. Love, Libby

Libby Inkrot

September 10, 2019

Debbie,
In my office I have several photos of you. In each one there is a happy memory. Wish you could be here to give us more happy memories.
Love, Libby

Libby Inkrot

June 10, 2019

Debbie, I think of you every day. Hard to believe its been 10 years. You would enjoy your granddaughter and grandson so much. Your son's are well. Love, Libby

April 21, 2019

You were such a fiend about making everyone join in on your Easter Egg hunts! You were right. The silly game got everyone up off their butts after stuffing our faces.
I love you. Elisa

November 2, 2018

Your boys are coming along, Debbie. Your granddaughter has your eyes.
I listened to Janis Joplin singing Mercedes Benz to relive the joy and laughter we shared first time we heard it. God, you were so honest and kind. Thank you for loving me. Happy birthday.
Always, Elisa

Libby Dan

July 16, 2018

Debbie,
I think of you every day, several times a day. Miss you. Love, Libby

John Archey

May 14, 2018

Love you and miss you all the time, Sister. Thank you for helping me know the meaning of a generous heart...

March 26, 2018

Hugs.

January 12, 2018

Thank you for showing me that a child can fly.

December 3, 2017

Debbie,
I think of you every day. Love, Libby

Larry Jude

October 31, 2017

Miss n Love u forever

Tawnya Baer

October 30, 2017

Happy Birthday to you! Love, Tawnya

September 5, 2017

Dear Debbie,
Thank you for the time you slammed my mouth shut with your hand and hissed: "Listen!"
Thanks for the Coke Machine. It was just the distraction everyone else needed.
e.

Jason

October 30, 2016

Another year gone by still miss you. Still searching for a way.

Elisa

May 1, 2016

Happy Mother's Day, Debbie. I miss you.

Tawnya (Archey) Baer

March 26, 2016

Can't believe it's been so long...reading all these entries is comforting but also sad. Still just really miss her.

Larry Jude

May 14, 2011

Debbie,i'm missing you everyday .I'll always love you babydoll,always.
Love ya,Larry Jude

Larry Jude

May 15, 2010

Debbie it's been a year and i miss you and think of you always, your memories make me smile and cry.I love you babydoll forever
Larry Jude

May 3, 2010

Now your dad is with you. Watch over us and keep us safe. Love, Kim

December 25, 2009

Debbie,
We miss you.
Love,Libby

Christina Stepp

May 29, 2009

I did not know Debbie, but I am friends with Joel. I just learned of his mother's passing today. I imagine that Debbie was a kind and beautiful woman to have raised such a smart and talented man. My heart is heavy for him and his family.

Elisa Writesel

May 28, 2009

I promise.

Elisa Writesel

May 28, 2009

I have only one way to assuage my grief-to try to emulate your best qualities.
Unconditional love.
Absolute loyalty.
Kept promises of secrecy.

It breaks my heart that I did not realize just how special you were until you were gone.

Tawnya (Archey) Baer

May 27, 2009

Family gatherings will never be the same...and I'll always think of Debbie whenever I hear anyone singing "Happy Birthday." I will treasure and miss her thoughtfulness, kindness, and generosity, and will strive to more fully incorporate her many good qualities into my own life.

May 22, 2009

Debbie my darling, i miss you so, you were my soulmate, my reason for living,my loss is heavens gain .Bless you babydoll may you rest in peace . I'll love you forever.
Larry Jude

Becky Palmer

May 21, 2009

God doesn't make mistakes....he needed
another angel & got one. Debbie was truly an angel.I think of her everytime I pass her empty chair. She will be missed by everyone that knew her.I had the pleasure of meeting her mom, dad & Larry a short time ago. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.

Lorna Blankenship

May 19, 2009

Debbie,

You brought sunshine and pure enjoyment. It was an absolute honor to know you; your sense of humor is one I will never forget. Your personality never faultered and perserverance never swayed. It was a pleasure to know and laugh with you Debbie, you certainly added value to my life. May the Heaven Father continue to bless your loved ones and send them strength.

Tawnie Ratliff

May 19, 2009

The world was a better place because Debbie was in it. She was a wonderful coworker and a pleaseure to be around. She will be missed by all.

Saunya Harris

May 19, 2009

I thank God for giving me the oppurtunity to have a friend like Debbie Archey. An angel has left us. My work day just will not be the same without Debbie's present. I pray that the Archey family will find comport through this time of loss.

Saprina Stith

May 18, 2009

Debbie is one of my oldest and dearest friends. Over the years she has dogsat for me and made a friend for life by giving my dog her delicious lasagna.She never forgot a friends birthday.She even had to remind me of certain dates in my life. I will miss her greatly. My thoughts are with you all, I pray for God to give you strength and whatever peace you can find.

Patti Muncie

May 18, 2009

The world has lost one of the most caring people I have ever known. I am deeply saddened and will miss her greatly. My condolences to Larry, Jason and Joel. I will keep you in my prayers.
Patti

Jennifer Albert

May 17, 2009

Debbie was the most friendly and thoughtful lady I have ever known. She never forgot a special occasion for anyone and never left anyone out.I worked with her and she will be greatly missed. My prayers go out to the family.

Carlos & Annette Hall

May 17, 2009

Debbie was my oldest neice and was one of the prettiest babies and lovely child and young ladies in our family.My thoughts and prayers are with you:Revel,Don,Jason ,Joel and her dear brothers and sisters. Carlos & Annette

Amy Beck

May 17, 2009

To the family of Debbie..I am so sorry for your loss..I had the pleasure of working with Debbie and can honestly say I have never known a more kind hearted person.

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