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DEBORAH MCCALL Obituary

Deborah Higgins McCall, 63, died September 14, 2014. Preceded in death by her life Partner Tony Burasco, Mother Georgia Swartz and sister Linda Craft. She is survived by daughter Marci (Jason),son Jeff (Tish), step children David and Kim, brother Bill Higgins,Grandkids Ethan, Brycen, Hayden, Trevor & nieces Crystal DelReal and Jennifer Craft.

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Published by Kansas City Star on Sep. 17, 2014.

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Kelly Young

September 18, 2018

Sorry to hear it! :(

November 16, 2014

So sorry to hear of Debbie's transition. She was my roommate my freshman year at SMS in Springfield. She changed my life...she was such a spark in the world..that she ignited others--that was she did for me! We lost contact and just caught up about 12 years ago..then lost contact again. I did have a chance to tell her how much she helped me. I know her bright Spirit is traveling with great spark through the "next"! My sympathies to all who loved her..

George Pierson

October 3, 2014

I know at some side line in heaven there is a bright young woman beaming with pom poms in her hands. I will always think of that bright kind smile that was a constant. I feel fortunate to have known her in our high school days.

She will live in all our memories. My condolences to the family.

October 3, 2014

Debbie's was truly a life well-lived. What fond memories for those of us who were blessed to call her "friend." Our thoughts are with her children, Bill, and the whole family.
Tom and Sherry Hilleary

Vickie Rader

October 1, 2014

I have been extremely saddened since hearing of Debbie's passing. I had known her since 2nd grade at Roesland when we were in the same Brownie Troop. Lots of great memories. She and I had been in touch now and then through the last 12 or so years. My thoughts are with her family.

Patricia Elaine Byrd Saner

September 29, 2014

I am sorry for your loss. She was always very sweet and happy at SMN. We the class of SMN68 will miss her very much. Our prayers are with her children and family. She was beautiful inside and out.

September 28, 2014

Just learning of Debbie's passing and so sad to know that. We went back to first grade at Roesland thru fun days at SMN. Always a warm, bubbly and enthusiastic hello for everyone she met. She took after her beautiful mother, who greeted us in the Roesland cafeteria for lunch every day. Debbie will be sadly missed by all who knew her.
Susie Schaumburg Ainsworth

September 19, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with her children, grandchildren and her brother Bill. I knew Debbie in high school and she was always such a nice and happy person to know.

Cindy (Cynthia) Armstrong Nordin

September 17, 2014

Debbie was part of the best memories of our high school. Everyone loved her. She was always ready with something nice to say about everyone. Rest in peace Debbie.

September 17, 2014

Always a smile that I will never forget. Always a pleasure to be with her. She will forever be in my thoughts.
Debbie Osborne

September 17, 2014

Bill and family, Debbie's effervescent, welcoming and humorous personality certainly enhanced school days. I am thankful to have known her and will remember her with fondness. So sorry for all of you.

Dayna Wunderlich Peacock

September 17, 2014

So sorry to hear of Debbie's death. She will forever be the darling cheerleader and homecoming queen in my mind.Her smile would light up a room. Thinking of you Bill and the entire family.

Missy Hueben Spratford

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