Deborah Viau

Deborah Viau obituary

Deborah Viau

Deborah Viau Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 22, 2011.
Viau, Deborah (Artley) Age 51 of Apple Valley passed away with her family at her side after a 15 year battle with Huntington's Disease. She is preceded by her father James Artley. Survived by loving husband Bryan Viau; children Emily and B.J. Viau; mother Eleanor Artley; sisters Martha McDonnell (John), Cindy Artley (Rick); father-in law Ellsworth Viau; and many other loving family and friends. Debbie was a wonderful wife and mother who taught us about courage and grace in her battle with this disease. While Deb was a teacher at heart she inspired her family and countless others to get involved and fight for something you believe in. She will be remembered for her vibrant personality, beautiful smile and heartwarming hugs. A public visitation will be held at White Funeral Home, 14560 Pennock Ave, Apple Valley on Wednesday, March 23rd from 4 -7 pm with a service to follow at 7pm. Friends are welcome to join the family following services at Deb's favorite restaurant, Culvers of Apple Valley, 15225 Galaxie Ave, as they have been long time supporters of the Twin CitiesHoopathon. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Deb Viau Memorial Fund by going to http://www.firstgiving.com/ fundraiser/emily-viau-1/deb-viau- memorial-scholarship-fund White Funeral Home Apple Valley 952-432-2001

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March 24, 2011

Tim Leslie posted to the memorial.

March 24, 2011

Frank Necci posted to the memorial.

March 23, 2011

Dennis & Mary Pat Leveille posted to the memorial.

Tim Leslie

March 24, 2011

Brian, Emily and BJ- Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Debbie was a great person, mom and tommie fan. She will be missed. We are fortunate to have known her.

The Leslie family

Frank Necci

March 24, 2011

Deepest sympathies. Know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of friends world wide.

Dennis & Mary Pat Leveille

March 23, 2011

Our sympathy to you all. Take comfort in all the special memories and she will always be in your hearts.

Thomas Zeni

March 23, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

March 23, 2011

Bryan, Emily, BJ and family. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Terry, Carol, Katie and Sam Farrington (Bloomington, MN)

Randy & Lori Kleiman

March 23, 2011

Dear Bryan and Family:

Our Heartfelt Sympathy for you and the Family. May the memories of Debbie make you smile.

Jon, Debbie, Liz, Annie, Jack, Laura, Christine Thomford

March 23, 2011

Deb will be greatly missed by our whole family. We'll look forward to seeing you all tonight. We love you guys.

Eileen Krueger

March 22, 2011

Deb was an inspiration to me when I first became part of the HD community. She was the driving force for a home that was for HD people. She took me to talk with congress people and she had a dream. I will not forget her. She helped raise some very except anal children, you can be very proud of her. My Best Eileen Krueger

Marc & Diane Olivieri

March 22, 2011

Bryan, Emily, BJ and family, Please accept our deepest sympathies at Debbie's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Di and I still have fond memories of our days in Cabo.

Diane Olivieri

March 22, 2011

Bryan, Emily and BJ we are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you. God bless you all. Diane and Marc Olivieri

Shannon Deer

March 22, 2011

Bryan, Emily and BJ - We are so sorry to hear of your Deb's death. We hope that your memories will bring you peace and comfort. She was so full of enthusiasm and joy. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Shannon and George Deer and family

"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in time of trouble"
Psalm 46:1

David Gill

March 22, 2011

Bryan, Emily,BJ,and the Entire family, I feel a loss of words at this time to all of you at this time. I have been in all of your shoes this past three years. I have lost my father to Huntington's in 2008 and my wife the same year. I have been praying for you guys since Saturday. I have HD and your family's support for your mom has been awesome to see from anddistance. Dave Giil

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