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Kathleen O'Brien
December 9, 2012
Ten years is a long time and I am sure a lot has changed in the McKee family. One thing that will never change is the love in all of our hearts for Debbie.
David McKee, Jr
October 13, 2003
Hello my family and Friends of Debbie. On this occasion when we remember Debbie leaving us just a year ago, I thought it was so special to come across something last week that she wrote in a book given to Tippy (Deb's sister-in-law) when she graduated from nursing school in 1974. Here it is:
THE QUIET HOURS
It is good to pause and rest a while
From life's demanding pace...
To leave the loud,
Chaotic crowd
And find a peaceful place.
To put on the cloak of quietness
With heart and mind at ease,
To sit with God
At the long days end.
And whether you talk or meditate,
You'll find that in the end,
No treasure, though rare,
Could ever compare
With the quiet hours spent with God.
Isn't that special? I don't know whether she wrote it herself or borrowed it from another poet... she didn't indicate either way in the inscription. Since the 13th a year ago, our Debbie has enjoyed the treasure of beginning, not quiet hours, but a joyous eternity with her Lord. She left the loud and chaotic crowd for a peaceful place.
Love to you all, Dave
Deb Randolph
June 20, 2003
To the McKee family:
To let you know that Debbie is still missed and thought of frequently.
She took a chance on me and gave me my start 7 years ago in Lawrence. I still strive to give half as much as she did. She gave her all.............
Brenda Shea
November 2, 2002
To the McKee Family, my deepest sympathy to all of you for your loss.
Deb will always be remembered for her hard work and devotion to helping children with special needs.
On a personal note, I will always remember my beloved Deb for:
Always greeting me every morning with a smile on her face. The laughs we shared as I crashed her into doors, walls, and any object in our path. The many silly arguments we had about her awful eating habits. Her favorite foods, I'll never forget were chicken cutlet subs with the dressing on the side, Kentucky Fried Chicken - no cole slaw, and chocolate chip cookies from the high school cafeteria. And how could I ever forget that silly red envelope she used as a wallet. And of course the search every morning for the right pair of eye glasses she always misplaced because she had at least three pairs in her pocketbook!
Deb left me with many, many wonderful and happy memories, and these memories I will cherish always... just the way my Deb would have wanted to be remembered.
Deb, God bless you and thank you for everything - you earned your wings! Love your secretary and friend Brenda
Janet A. (McKee) Foley
November 2, 2002
DEBORAH ADRIAN MCKEE -
MY AWESOME SISTER
Debbie (Borah) was an outstanding, wonderful person. Not only was she my sister she had been one of my very first friends since I was born. Last year for my birthday she gave me a card that said just that -
S I S T E R S -
She was one of my very first friends, and she's still one of my best.
She's someone I knew would always take my side, always be there for me, no matter what.
I can't imagine her not being in my life - - she's my sister… and that says it all. (Even though Debbie isn't in my life physically, she is still in my life through our faith and belief in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Thank you Debbie for not only being my earthly sister but also my sister in Christ.)
With you for my sister, I have a friend for life.
Happy Birthday.
Ever since I was born she has always looked out for me, even after I got married. She had tried numerous times to help my husband Bill and I get into a condo, townhouse or even a house. She was always thinking of others and how they were doing when she, herself, was in a lot of pain for these last two years.
She was an inspiration to me. Every morning when I didn't want to get up to go to work I thought of all the times, even up until the day before she went into the hospital for another bout of radiation treatments, that she would get up, get herself ready, be wheeled out to her car in a chair, drive to work, be wheeled into work in a wheelchair, and do all her work for the day, and then be wheeled back to her car, drive home, and be wheeled back into her downstairs apartment, I would think if she could do all of this I should be able to get up and get myself ready and get to work.
She will always be in my heart as my best sister and friend.
Debbie, I will see you later alligator either when I pass from this life or when Jesus Christ our Wonderful Savior comes for His bride, the church.
Janet McCabe
October 28, 2002
Deb (Bora) has been one of my lifes best blessings. We worked together at Lunk's greenhouses, participated in many church youth activities, babysat the Blaine's pool, were summer missionaries together, goofed around with the gang as teenagers. So many wonderful memories of a true and loyal and FUN friend! She was my maid-of-honor when Jerry and I were married. Through the years our friendship never faded even though the years took us in different directions. One phone call brought us back in a flash to those teen years, as if we had never left! Debbie has been an inspiration in life and on her death bed. She will be greatly missed and always loved.
Brian McKee
October 23, 2002
Debbie
The years went by
It seemed so fast
We always thought
That time would last
She loved us all
With all she had
Her passing leaves us
All so sad
Always looking
For a way
To better our lives
and live the day
Her faith so strong
Her courage great
We're sure our Lord
Just couldn't wait
So now we live
With holes in hearts
The pain just as
A piercing dart
To think we'll miss you
Just can't say
The sorrow that
We'll feel each day
And now to glory
Off you go
To wear your crowns
Of this we know
Becky Fortin
October 23, 2002
I had the extreme privilege to work with Deb 15 years ago in the Hamilton-Wenham school system. I was fortunate to work beside her for three years interpreting for a deaf student in her class.I was "fresh" out of college and eager to start my first teaching job. I learned more from Deb in those short years about education and the important aspects of teaching than I ever learned in my schooling. Deb was a phenomenal teacher and support for her students. She took an interest in learning ASL and was always ready for a new challenge. She became my teacher, mentor, and most importantly, my friend. I am so blessed that our lives overlapped. Deb had somthing very unique inside of her. In her smile, in her eyes, in the softest touch. She had a way of sending a burst of confidence and reassurance into my life.
Deb has touched many lives. I will miss her greatly and I know that throughout my life wherever I am, I will always remember so well and cherish our friendship. Sweet Dreams Deb.
Geri McGuire
October 17, 2002
I'm Free
"Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free.
I am following the path God laid for me.
I took His hand when I heard Him call,
I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day,
to laugh, or love, to work or play...
Tasks left undone must stay that way,
I found that peace at the close of the day.
If my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joy,
a friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,
Ah, these things I too will miss.
Be not burdened with time of sorrow,
I wish to you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life's been full, I savored much,
Good friends, good times, a loved one touched.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief,
Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and share with me,
God wanted me now, He set me free!!!"
With deepest sympathy:
Lisa Laham
October 17, 2002
As a childhood friend of Debbie's, growing up on Dunbar Rd. in Reading, I have many memories of those carefree days spent with the McKee family, playing kickball in the McKee's yard, Dave's backhoe rides, the "Big Rock", sledding, ice skating and silliest of all, Debbie, her sister Janet, my sister Janet and me performing as the Beatles! Great memories of a wonderful family and of Debbie, a truly kind, loving and special person. My deepest sympathy to the McKee family.
Kathleen Melia
October 17, 2002
Deb dedicated her life to children. Her main concern was that "our children" got whatever they needed in order to succeed and feel good about themselves.
I had the honor of working with Deb in Lawrence, and most recently in North Andover. She was the most selfless, faithful, and strong person I've ever known. She was my mentor, my boss, and my friend. She will be deeply missed.
My deepest sympathies to Mrs. McKee and the rest of Deb's wonderful family.
Lorna Davidson-Connelly
October 16, 2002
It had been a pleasure working for and with Deb in Lawrence. Deb hired me to be a SPED counselor. She also saw the need to improve educational services for deaf and hard of hearing children. Because of what she started, the program continues to florish. She has been one very strong, spiritual and dedicated woman. I'm blessed that our lives crossed paths. Deb, you will always be admired by me for your love of the children of this world and your determination to make it better for them. My deepest sympathy and prayers to her family.
John Benjamin
October 16, 2002
What a rewarding experience it was working with Debbie. She was indeed a true professional in every sense of the word. She will be missed and remembered fondly.
Gloria Wager
October 16, 2002
It was an honor to have worked with Deb for the past two years. Her courage and strength have been a true inspiration to me. Professionally she has always been a strong advocate for children and many children and families have benefitted from her kindness and concern.
I will miss Deb a great deal, but hopefully what I have learned from her will remain with me forever.
Karen and Arist Frangules
October 16, 2002
As parents in the North Andover School System, we found Deborah to be very helpful and personable whenever speaking with her. And we greatly appreciated her kind and diplomatic efforts when assisting us.
Nancy Jukins
October 16, 2002
It has been a privilege knowing and working with Debbie in North Andover. She was an inspiration to all of us here at the Thomson School. We will remember her for her dedication and commitment to education and to the children in the North Andover School District. On behalf of the Thomson School Community I extend our deepest sympathy.
Sincerely,
Nancy Jukins
Principal, Thomson School
North Andover, Massachusetts
Paula Bennett
October 16, 2002
Janet (and family)...Just to let you know that I am thinking of you...get in touch when you are ready and we can catch up...you are all in my prayers.
Paula
Kathleen Pearse
October 16, 2002
It was a pleasure to know Deb here at No. Andover High School. She showed so much courage and sensitivity. She was an inspiration to those of us around her. Always busy and selfless. She made the world a better place for so many of us and taught us some of life's most important lessons by the way she handled herself. I am very sorry for your loss. She will be greatly and sadly missed by many.
Susan Nicholson
October 16, 2002
Deb was an inspiration to all of us. She courageously and quietly battled cancer and remained positive throughout many months of hospitalizations, treatments, and pain. God bless.
Mary Carroll
October 16, 2002
Deb was a great asset to the North Andover School System.
John B. Douglass & John B. Douglass II
October 16, 2002
This book of memories is to serve as a record of the services you entrusted to us. We hope it will help to preserve treasured memories and that we, in some small measure, have helped to ease your burden and bring you comfort.
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