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Debra Logan Obituary

Debra Santasiere Logan VIRGINIA BEACH - Debra Santasiere Logan, 55, of the 3700 block of Chesterfield Ave., passed away Saturday, June 19, 2010. Born in Norfolk, Debra was a teacher's assistant for elementary and special needs children. She loved her family, grandchildren and animals. She had a great appreciation for the outdoors and also enjoyed dancing. Debra is survived by two sons, Christopher D. Santasiere and wife Holly of Mechanicsville, Va., and Nicholas S. Santasiere and wife Heaven of Virginia Beach; seven grandchildren; her uncles to include, Charles T. Tharrington of Virginia Beach, her cousins, and her best friend Myrtle L. Rice. She was predeceased by her father, James F. Tharrington. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel, with the Rev. Jeff Swain officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to Virginia Beach SPCA. Condolences may be offered to the family at www. hollomon-brown.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jun. 22, 2010.

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Allinda Parkman

June 29, 2010

Chris and the Santasiere Family, I'm sorry to hear about your lost. Your love for your mother was very clear to see. I pray for peace and comfort and God's Blessing on your family.

Laurel Swenson

June 23, 2010

I worked with your mom at College Park Elementary. She got me through when my husband went to Japan on business. She held my hand and gave me strength. May the peace that passes understanding sustain you as you revisit memories and miss your mom. Please know that your mom was very kind to me and I enjoyed working with her so many years ago. Laurel Swenson

June 23, 2010

Nick,Chris,and All of our friends of Santasiere Family, We were so sorry to here of your lost. A mother's love will never fade in your hearts and in the love you have for her. Memories of a life time will always be near, in your thoughts and in your hearts. Our love go out to each of you and your family's. Love, Lee and Mark

Donna Barrett & Family

June 22, 2010

Nick & the entire Santasiere Family you have our deepest sympathy. I know how hard it is to lose your mom like that just trust in God & he will carry you through this terrible loss our thoughts & prayers are with you. We loved her very much for she was a great friend.

Freda McIver

June 22, 2010

I know what you and your family are going through. I can only say that I am sorry for your loss and may God grant you and your family strength during this difficult time.

Xavier & Kimberly Mara

June 22, 2010

Nick, Heaven, Brooke and Santasiere Family,
My God give you the strength to see you through the loss of your loved one. Celebrate the memories and know she will always be with you.
Love Uncle Corky, Aunt Kim and Family

Ginger Midgette-Johnson

June 22, 2010

Dear Chris and Nick, I was so sorry to hear about your mom. I know you will both miss her terribly and it goes unsaid how much she loved the two of you. I have lots and lots of fond memories of her that I will cherish. Love to you both, Ginger Midgette-Johnson

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