Debra-McGowan-Obituary

Debra L. "Deb" McGowan

East Lyme, Connecticut

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DIED
September 26, 2025
LOCATION
East Lyme, Connecticut
CHARITY
American Cancer Society

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East Lyme - Debra L. "Deb" McGowan, 72, of East Lyme passed away in her sleep after a courageous battle with cancer Friday, Sept. 26, 2025, at home embraced by family and in hospice care.Deb was born in Detroit, Mich., in February 1953, the daughter of Virginia and Merrill Mauk, and raised in...

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Mike & Family, Please accept my condolences, so sorry! I met Deb when my next door neighbor talked me into bowling with her Debbie. We had lots of fun for a few years and remained friends. We always managed to catch up when we would randomly run into each other somewhere. Really appreciated her friendship. Lots of love, Leigh Munton & family

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I have known Deb for over 20 years, She was working at the studio when I started as a student, then she became my coworker, and then she became my inspiration. If there was anything you ever needed at a dance event Deb would have it. Whether it was safety pins, band aids, bobby pins, a shoe brush, nail file, or just some motivation and support; she always had everything. I know her friend Carol is waiting up there in that big ballroom in the sky with a cha cha already playing and I look...

Deb and my mom Carol Makara were dance pals for many years at Arthur Murray in Niantic. May the keep dancing in our hearts!

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Deb was an Angel way before she became one. She danced many years with my sister, Phyllis Pezzolesi aka Lola. They were best of friends.

Deb was one special woman we shared some great memories dancing I will miss her so much she´s now at peace we all love you my friend love Lola

Jay and I have fond memories meeting Deb at Arthur Murray. She called when I put our names in at a bridal show. Luckily she got Jay on the phone and that started our dancing. Thank you Deb. May God hold you His hands.

Deb I feel blessed to have known you for 20 years. Dancing with Arthur Murray, the comps and events. The highs and lows. I'm sure you'll watch over us and remind us of heel leads too. Dance in Heaven. Say hi to Carol and Stu from me.