Deborah Stemmer Obituary

Deborah Stemmer
New Hartford-Sauquoit
Deborah (Szewczyk) Stemmer, 50, formerly of Sauquoit, passed away on August 19, 2010, at her home with her family at her side after a courageous 5 year battle against colon cancer. Born in Ilion, NY, on May 29, 1960, she was the daughter of Joseph and Beverly Marriott Szewczyk and received her education at Sauquoit Valley Central School, graduating in 1978. Debbie and her best friend and husband, John, were together for 25 years. Until her illness, she was employed by various health care professionals as a medical transcriptionist and biller. Debbie enjoyed the Yankees and Derek Jeter, the NY Giants, golfing, gardening and going to different summer vacation spots and casinos. She loved finding sales, was a shopaholic and loved the holidays decorating and cooking with family. Celebrating New Years Eve was always an important event for her and her husband, John. She was a dedicated wife and strong family person. Debbie endured the trials of colon cancer with amazing stamina and determination. She was a member of Our Lady of the Rosary Church in New Hartford. Debbie is survived by her husband, John; her stepson, John James, of Alston, MA; her parents, Joseph and Beverly Szewczyk; her sisters, Jeanette and Brad Lewis and Susan and Gerald Wood; her brothers, Joseph and Linda Szewczyk and Vincent and Karen Szewczyk, all of Sauquoit; her niece, Stephanie Szewczyk; her nephews, Jim Lewis, Mike Lewis and Kevin Szewczyk, all of Sauquoit, and Justin Cichon, of Long Island, NY; her father and mother-in-law, Robert and Pauline Stemmer, of Utica; her sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Janice and Fred Greer, of New Hartford; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Debbie was predeceased by her niece, Brandi Sue Wood, whom she now joins in Heaven. Her family wishes to thank Dr. Max and Donna, Dr. DeSai and all of his angels, especially Nancy and Dr. Sarabu. Calling hours will be Sunday from 4-7 at the Smith Funeral Home, 3022 Oneida St. Sauquoit. Debbies Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, August 23, at 10:00 at Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 1736 Burrstone Rd. in New Hartford. Entombment will be in Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider the needs of the family. To view Debbies online memorial, please go to: www.smith-funeralhome.com
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Published by The Observer-Dispatch from Aug. 20 to Aug. 22, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Deborah Stemmer

8 Entries

John Arcuri

August 22, 2010

John, My heartfelt sympathy towards Deb's passing. She was a beautiful women. It was a pleasure to have taken care of her at the hospital. You two were a great couple who were extremely in love. I will miss her very much. God bless you.

John Arcuri

August 22, 2010

JOHN, My heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your lovely wife. It was an extreme pleasure to care for her at the hospital. You two were a great couple who loved each other dearly. I'm so happy that you were able to enjoy each other at home just like you wanted to. God bless you. John A. RN

Carol Putaski

August 22, 2010

Joe,Beverly,and Family,My Deepest Sympathy at the passing of Debbie.I will never foreget the evening we spent with her.I will always remember her laughing at the forbidden subject.My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
May God Bless you all
Love,
Cousin Carol

Barry Crandall

August 22, 2010

I've known Deborah for several years. She was a terrific person from a terrific family. My sympathy and prayers to all.

sheila cuccaro

August 22, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of Debbie's passing.We worked together for several years at Dr. Max and DeTraglia's. She was a lovely young woman and my sympathy goes out to her family at this difficult time. Sheila Cuccaro

Nancy Stormer

August 20, 2010

We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you. Although, no words can really help to ease the loss that you bear, you should know that Debbie has left a legacy of kind and fond memories. We have heard many stories of how caring and generous she was with her husband, parents, nephews, nieces, brothers and sisters. "To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die." (Thomas Campbell) Sincerely, Nancy Rose Stormer, Michael Bagge and Family

Margaret Payton(Zarod)

August 20, 2010

Joe, Beverly and family, I am so sorry to hear about Debbie's passing. It is very difficult to see your child suffer and then to loose that child. Words can only comfort so please know you are in my thoughts. Love, Cousin Margaret

Tricia Blando

August 20, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of Deborah's passing. I have never met Deborah,but, I feel I have known her for quite some time. Alice spoke so lovingly of her and of everything she has been through.Although this time is very difficult time for your family, please remember the good times you have shared with Deborah to get you through. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

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