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Sean Phillip DeBois

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Sean DeBois Obituary

Sean Phillip DeBois, 22, passed away peacefully in his Tempe home on November 11, 2004. He is survived by his Parents Jim and Gale, Sister Marcie, Grandparents James A and Mary Catherine DeBois, Leroy and Lois Huemoeller, Aunts and Uncles David and Joanne Huemoeller, Ceil and Tom O'Hara and Annette DeBois, he also leaves behind many friends who knew him as "Goopy". Sean was a life long Tempe resident and attended Gethsemane Lutheran School, Corona Del Sol High School, Mesa Community College and Arizona State University. A memorial service for Sean will be held 11:00 am Monday, November 15th at Gethsemane Lutheran Church 1035 E. Guadalupe Rd. in Tempe. Donations may be made in Sean's name to: The Phoenix Children's Hospital Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, 1919 E. Thomas Rd. Phx. AZ 85016. Arrangements entrusted to Tempe Mortuary.

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Published by The Arizona Republic from Nov. 13 to Nov. 14, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Sean DeBois

21 Entries

Crazy Karen

September 11, 2005

Sean (Goopy):

A new picture of you has been posted here, and it is so you! Enjoying the shore and living strong :)

I love you, think of you every day and miss you so much.

I bet you are with the angels, making beautiful music.

That would be "all good"!

See you when I see you.

Lots and lots of love,

justin weir

February 7, 2005

happy birthday goopy. i miss you buddy

Karen Calvi

February 7, 2005

Sean: You were born today and I am so thankful you were. You were a bright light in my life and I will remember all the good times and laughter today in honor of you. Thank you for you, you were loved by all and you've touched so many lives, that you still carry on...

Blessings, Love, and God's Peace to Gale, Jim and Marcie as they remember this special day. You are all in my heart and prayers.

Memorial from Sean's friends diplayed at some of their hangouts around town

December 14, 2004

Sean Phillip DeBois 2/7/82 - 11/11/04

December 13, 2004

Karen Calvi

November 26, 2004

I just want to say I am so very thankful I knew and loved Sean (Goopy). I am thankful for all the smiles, laughter and interesting conversation we have had since last thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is here, and Sean and his family are especially remembered and appreciated. With our love, Karen

TracyLynn Ford

November 25, 2004

When his obituary ran, my mom asked if I knew him and I said no. I never knew his real name. He was Goopy. I wish I had been able to go to the service, say goodbye, even if I hadnt seen him in 4 years.

Every day in high school, I saw him at lunch. He was always smiling and making jokes. He was a joy to be around.

I hope he didnt suffer, and I know he's in a far better place.

Watch over us will you?

Moritz Baumann

November 23, 2004

I never mattered that I've never been as close to Goopy as I'd like to; he was never anything but a friend to me. I only went to school with him for two years, but in almost every memory I have of him, he's either laughing or smiling. I've missed him, and will miss him even more now.

James Stimac

November 19, 2004

i am going to miss goopy very much, he was a very caring and loving friend and he always put everyone and everything before himself. i will never forget all of the great times we had. only the good die young. ill see you soon brother.

Lindsay D

November 16, 2004

I didnt know Sean but my great friend (his first girlfriend did) and I want to extend my condolences to his family. May God be with you and bless you. Remember he is flying around in Heaven eating cinnomon rolls!!! Lindsay

Bethanie Calvi - Reid

November 15, 2004

I am Karen Calvi's sister and Vincent's aunt. I've received regular updates on Sean over the last couple of years. We have prayed for him and his family, and will continue to do so. I just want to say here that I am so touched and awed by the valiant and courageous battle that Sean and his family have been waging over this time. His life, his struggle, and his "homegoing" to heaven will resonate with all his friends, And remind them to live their lives with courage and to never give up. Sean fought with all the strength he had and all his friends should remember that. No matter what life throws your way, never give up. Much love and prayers to Sean's family to experience peace in the midst of the storm. God bless you all.

Vincent Fiocco

November 14, 2004

"A part of you has grown in me. And so you see, it's you and me

together forever and never apart, maybe in distance, but never in heart."

I will always love and remember Sean as the brave, compassionate, and honorable man that he is. He has changed my life forever and touched my heart. His life and the way he lived it will echo through eternity never to be forgotten and to be remembered as a larger life privilege to have know him. -The V

Marie Cress

November 14, 2004

I can remember about a year ago when I was going through some really hard times and Goopy would always drag whatever was bothering me out and then give great advice. He always put everyone else before himself, no matter what was going on in his world. If someone wasnt having a good time he put his all into cheering that person up. I really admire him for that. I'm going to miss the random phone messages with him screaming my name on my message machine to let me know he was calling. I miss you, Goopy.

Justin Weir

November 14, 2004

i love you goopy, you are my best friend i will miss you! I had some of the best times of my entire life with you, and I wouldn't have wanted to spend those times with anyone else!

-justin

Karen Calvi

November 14, 2004

Sean (Goopy) was a part of my life for almost 8 years. He profoundly touched my life, and taught me volumes of how to live with adversity with hope. Sean believed his family was a incredible support of love, and what sustained his reason for his hope and living. I love him so and miss him terribly. My heart joins with yours in this time of sorrow. May the Lord's peace and strength descend upon you all. Always with my prayers and love.

Sandra Lynch

November 14, 2004

My deepest sorrow goes to all of you for the loss of Sean. May you find Some solace in knowing he is with our Savior and no longer suffers.

Blessings

carrie gooding-faulkner

November 13, 2004

Sean will be deeply missed. Please know that your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Kym Rogers

November 13, 2004

Sean touched my life in so many ways and I will truly miss him. He was so courageous in his life's battle that he taught me how to live.

Love Sean's first girlfriend, Kym

Trista Teeselink

November 13, 2004

We love you so much Goopy!! You fought so hard and we miss you already. I will always remember your love and ability to always have fun. I regret missing the oppurtunities to hang out with you when my brother was here and you guys were hanging out! I will keep you in my heart forever!

Karyn & Jack Cherry

November 13, 2004

Our deepest sympathies for your loss.

Terry

November 13, 2004

Those of us at the Arizona Cancer Center were extremely touched by Sean's courage and will to fight. He will be missed. Our prayers go out to his parents and family.

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