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Deborah Phelps Obituary

PHELPS Deborah Phelps September 3, 1948 - November 20, 2011. Debbie passed on early in the morning of November 20th. She leaves behind her sister, Karen, son Nemo, stepfather Bob many relatives and loving friends who will miss her dearly. Born and raised in San Francisco, lived and went to school at UC Berkeley she called New Orleans home since 1985. She enjoyed the simple pleasures: riding her bike, coffee/croissant, her three cats,Vincent, Fredy and Carlos' devoted friendship. A special thank you to Bobbie, Katherine, Jim, Zé, Margarita, Marcela, Ralph, and Elizabeth for their care.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Nov. 23 to Nov. 27, 2011.

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Laurie Snowden

April 13, 2013

Dear Debbie--I just found out you are gone. Remember Roosevelt Junior High and FEYO? I wish I could have seen you again, dear friend.

dianna rule

February 20, 2012

My dearest friend,Debbie,our times together in New Zealand,our letters and emails,we were going to conquer the world,and we did,in our own way.Dianna Rule Dunedin NZ

Stephanie Fontenot

December 12, 2011

Debbie,Who could forget your beautiful smile,gentle spirit and great sense of humor. I shall always remember what a great time we had at the flea market and great parties. You will be missed by all who new you. May your spirit soar through the heavens.

Bonnie Morel

December 3, 2011

Until her illness intervened, Debbie was a volunteer tutor with Start the Adventure in Reading (STAIR), working with a 2nd grader who has greatly benefited from her attention. Thank you, Debbie, and may you have a well-earned rest.

Lorraine Heuer-Himphill

December 2, 2011

Dear Debbie, I was deeply saddened to hear of your illness and passing, may peace be with you now. Until we meet again, dear cousin, Alofa tele atu

Diane (Dee) Phelps - Proulx

November 28, 2011

Dear Cousin Debbie, Though we have lost touch over the years, I still feel your absence. We have lost another one of our tribe. My sincere condolences to your family & friends. You will be missed. RIP dear cousin.

Donna Phelps-Campion

November 28, 2011

May you always fly with the angels.

Jaime Phelps

November 26, 2011

Debbie-Your smile,stories and light will inspire me always.
Cousin J'aime

Cousins

Mark Monroy

November 26, 2011

Mark Monroy

November 26, 2011

Cousin, You are now free of pain. You will be missed on this earth but you will always be in our hearts and soul.

Robert

November 25, 2011

Debbie, free of earthly cares, a friend to the end.

November 25, 2011

Valorie & Alberto

November 24, 2011

Missing you and wishing you happiness on this your next journey, xo xo

Louise Miller

November 23, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you this holiday season and always.

Robin Case

November 23, 2011

Debbie- I will always think of you as a friendly neighbor, a smiling, funny friend, and a good person to snuggle at a party. :) Happy travels, my dear. We will all miss you. xo

Sabina Lewis

November 23, 2011

Debbie, I will always remember you, your humor and your kindness. You left us all too soon.

Debbie at Jazz Fest

Karen

November 23, 2011

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