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Deborah Sloan Obituary
Age 53, of Wilmington, DE, passed away peacefully on Sun., Sept. 8, 2013. Debbie was born in Wilmington on Jan. 14, 1960 to Thomas and Catherine Murphy. She worked in the medical field for over 25 years, where she developed many wonderful relationships with co-workers and patients. She was very proud of her Irish heritage. She loved the New England Patriots and Boston Red Sox. She was a three year cancer survivor. She was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother. She was the glue that held the family together.
Debbie is survived by her forever loving husband and best friend of 30 years, William Sloan; her son, Ryan, and his wife Lisa, and their children, Shane and Brandt, who brought her so much joy; her daughters, Jennifer and fiancé, Chris Gipe, and Jaimie Sloan; her parents, Thomas and Catherine Murphy; her husband's parents, Joan and Jim Hicks; her brother, Thomas Murphy, III and his wife, Elena, and their children, Thomas and Patrick; her sister, Denise Quill, and her husband, Leonard, and their children, Erin, Leonard, and Brendan; her brother, Kevin Murphy, and his wife, Kelly, and their children Connor and Emily; and her brother-in-law, John Sloan. Debbie was preceded in death by her nephew, Colin Murphy Quill.
Relatives and friends are invited to the Mass of Christian Burial on Thurs., Sept. 12, at 10:30 am at St. Joseph on the Brandywine R.C. Church, Wilmington. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Helen Graham Center, 4701 Ogletown-Stanton Road, Newark, DE 19713.
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Memories and Condolences
for Deborah Sloan
October 9, 2013
Debbie you have brought so much joy into our lives.You are the one that always did the right thing when needed.you always thought of other people and always the first to lend a helping hand to those in need.We are so proud to have shared our lives together with you.We love you so very much and are going to miss and your ever smiling face.With all our love,Mom,Dad,Tommy,Denise and Kevin.
Deb always like to have fun.
Memom & Pop Hicks
October 2, 2013
I lost a daughter and a friend, and my Son Bill's love of his life. Deb was an important part of this family and will be missed by all. I will be there for you all, Bill, Ry, Lisa, Shane, Brant, Jen, Chris and Jaimie. I pray for you all every day. I love you.
Deb love to have fun!
Memom & Pop Hicks
October 2, 2013
I lost a friend and a daughter, and my son's love of his life. Bill, Ry, Lisa Shane, Brant, Jen and Jaimie I will be here for you. I know I can't take your wife, Mother's & grandmother's place, but I will try. She was an important part of our family and will certainly be missed. I expect her to come in my door anytime, I still don't believe it. I pray for you all every day.
Ruth Ann Michael
September 14, 2013
Our heartfelt sympathies to the Sloan family. May your thoughts always be of joy not sadness. Her light will always shine
The Michael Family
Joseph Sill
September 13, 2013
My sincere sympathy goes out to your entire family. I am lucky to have known Debbie from our high school years at William Penn and the Swim Team Practices at WAC, I also dated Debbie for a short time too. She was a wonderful young lady who everyone always loved. She always had a big smile on her face and could always make us laugh. I know its very hard for your family to lose you at this very young age. But God has made his calling and your at Peace Now and Forever. Lots of Love to you, and your family.
Mackenzie Wardrope
September 12, 2013
To the Sloan Family,
You have my deepest sympathy on your loss. Debbie was a great woman and I always enjoyed myself around her. I will keep her and you in my thoughts and prayers. Sending much love to you all.
September 12, 2013
To the Murphy Family and Bill and Family,
Words cannot express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. It was such a saddened shock. to hear of your loss. Debbie was a great person and wonderful friend. We go back a long way. We used to work with each other and I remember when she met her husband, Bill. It was unforgettable. Debbie was a beautiful soul. There is so much about her that made her special in every way. She was a good friend to me and we had alot of good times together. She was blessed to have such a wonderful life with the people who were her life. She is loved by many and will be missed by all. I hope all of you find comfort in knowing she was a special part of such a well-lived life. i know your heart is empty, filling it with happy memories can help you find your smile. May happy memories and all memories carry you through this sorrowful time. TIme will soften the edges and ease your burden. It is with much regret that I could not be there for the funeral. I live in South Carolina and you are all in my thoughts. With heartfelt sympathy and the hope that the kind words of family and friends will make this difficult time a bit easier to bear.
Warm regards,
Connie Rath Sadler
Amber West
September 11, 2013
Debbie / mom...
You were always there for everyone especially your family n friends. There's not a single childhood moment that u weren't in it. I can't thank u enough for u n Bill taking me under ur wings during my time of need. U practically adopted me when I had no family of my own. If me n Jaimie needed ur help u were just a phone call away with no questions asked. U always made sure ur family was safe n loved n even tho I wasn't blood related u did as much as u could to make me feel like I had a mother again. There's not a second that goes by that ur not on my mind. Ur were truly the best mom anyone could ever ask for. You r my mother no matter what anyone says n I can't even express how thankful n lucky I was to have u in my life. U n Bill practically adopted me n gave me a better life. My unconditional love for u will never stop. Ill always be here for ur family especially my sisters Jaimie n Jen n ur best friend n other half, Bill. I love u more than words can explain. My loving guardian angle, my mother, my best friend...I love u n miss u. My prayers r with the family. XoxoX <3
Barbara Lunsford
September 11, 2013
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your recent loss. I know you will keep the memories of your loved one close to your heart. May you find peace and comfort in the days ahead. Take care. Love Barbara
Dean & Linda Founds
September 11, 2013
Bill - Dean and I are so sorry for your loss and sorry that we cannot be at the services. Debbie was such a wonderful person with such a great personality. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathy to you all.
Bill and Linda Misetic
September 11, 2013
Dear Bill and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
September 11, 2013
To the Murphy and Sloan Family,
My heart goes out to all of you. Debbie was always an outgoing, fun-loving person who lit up the room. She will leave a void that can only be filled with all the wonderful memories she has provided for everyone. I pray for your strength in this trying time.
Love,
Maureen
Joseph Davalos
September 11, 2013
Deb you will surely be missed,you were a wonderful and fun person to be around,my prayers go out to your family.
Alex Kennedy
September 11, 2013
Sorry our time together was so short, I'll be sure to keep the rest of your family close to my heart. Love you always, cuz.
September 11, 2013
BILL SO SORRY SKIP ADDIS
Lauren Hess
September 11, 2013
So many fun & happy memories of Debbie & family. I hope they comfort you and carry you through during this sad time. With love, Lauren
Dianna Kosinski-Stotler
September 11, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the Murphy family, I have fond memories of Debbie and her family of when I attended William Penn High School, I was in Denise's class, we used to all hang out together. I'm saddened to hear of your loss.
Nancy Lopez
September 10, 2013
My transitional prayers go to the family. I will always remember how Debbie and I share the pink flying pig at the Grand in Wilmington, Delaware. I will see you soon as God calls it. Love and Gratitude, nan
September 10, 2013
Prays for you'r family and our love. Lenny & Dawn Stanwell
Chris & John Rafferty
September 10, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
September 10, 2013
With our deepest sympathy and love to your beautiful family,
Rick and Amy O'Donald and family
Carla Hicks
September 10, 2013
My heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies are with the entire family. Debbie was a wonderful woman who always had a smile on her face and an infectious laugh! I pray for strength for her family during this difficult time.
September 10, 2013
Hello Murphy Family,
Truly sorry for the loss of a super young lady,who was,and still is like a daughter,and sister to Vickie,and Valerie,even today,as the Lord has her now at His side.We will someday all be back together,so "GOD BLESS THE MURPHY FAMILY",the Abrams' gang will always be there. Forever,love,"THE ABRAMS" al
September 10, 2013
so sorry for your loss. may your happy memories give you strength now and in the future.
steve cherrix
Linda Houben
September 10, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Debbie will be missed.
Laura Owens
September 10, 2013
My love to you all
Jane Baskins
September 10, 2013
Dear Bill & Family,
Remembering Sweet Debbie from the old Hardware days through the years since. Those sparkly eyes and the warmest smile! You are all in my thoughts. With much love.
Lori White
September 10, 2013
No words expressed, can truly heal the pain of your loss. We all loved your mom. She was the rock of your family. I know these upcoming months with her not here are going to feel impossible. Use her memories to fill the void, and help guide you though this pain. You will meet again, and you know she is looking over you always. I love you all, and Mom will be missed, she leaves with such a legacy. She was a brave, caring, and courageous woman. Rest Easy <3
Claire and Wayne Mitchell
September 10, 2013
Bill, we are sorry for your loss. Your family will be on our prayers always. Love you.
Susan Drejka
September 10, 2013
Sloan and Murphy family...I am in shock to hear this tragic news. I will remember Debbie in many ways....from Dr. Jacobs office .....to the beach ...and my most fondest memory is of her and Kelly singing me Happy Birthday almost every year on the New York December bus trip.
Tom and Vicki Snyder
September 10, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with Debbie's whole family. Debbie was so fun loving. I felt like she was a great friend and I have known her forever the first time I met her. She will be greatly missed.
Bernadette Cleary
September 10, 2013
You are in our thoughts and prayers. With our deepest sympathy.
Bernadette and Mike Cleary
Everyone @ Hagemeyer
September 10, 2013
All our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Tom Snyder
September 10, 2013
Bill so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences.
Tom and Vicki
September 10, 2013
We are wishing you peace, strength, and comfort during this difficult time.
With love,
Becky & Brandon Stahl
Tom Snyder
September 10, 2013
Bill so sorry for your loos. Our deepest condolences.
Tom and Vicki
Jimmy Hicks
September 10, 2013
You are in my thoughts often. I have no wise words, only to say I regret and am so very saddened by what happened.
September 10, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family. Dave Speer and Felisa Speer Charles
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