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Deborah L. Modders

1951 - 2013

Deborah L. Modders obituary, 1951-2013, Burleson, TX

BORN

1951

DIED

2013

Deborah Modders Obituary

Deborah L. Modders, 61, passed away Thursday, Feb. 28, 2013. Memorial service: 5 p.m. Friday, March 8, at the Harris Hospital Castleberry Chapel located on the plaza level of Richardson Tower. Memorials: The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Best Friends Animal Society in memory of Deborah Modders at www.bestfriends.org, or call 435-644-2001. Debbie was born Aug. 31, 1951, to the late Robert "Doc" and Margaret "Honey" Modders in San Antonio. Deb held a degree in teaching from Sul Ross University, as well as a degree in nursing from UTA. Deb was dedicated to her work as a registered nurse in the neonatal ICU at Harris Hospital, where she was a loyal employee for over 32 years. She was an avid lover of animals and self-proclaimed movie buff and a dedicated family member, held by all in high regard. Most of all, she possessed a fighting spirit and a generous heart, for which she was greatly loved. Debbie was preceded in death by her parents, Robert "Doc" and Margaret "Honey" Modders; and sister, Karen Cotton. Survivors: Sister, Dana Gibb and husband, Robert; nephew, Rob Gibb Jr. and wife, Eri; nephew, Brian Gibb and wife, Misty, and their daughters, Sydney and Scarlett; and many friends.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Mar. 7, 2013.

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Amy Steinert

March 8, 2013

Debbie will be missed dearly. She was a generous, kind soul that would put everyone and everything before herself. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends. Debbie will be forever in my heart.

Christina Salazar

March 8, 2013

Debbie was a wonderful, giving person. She was also my co-worker for the past 9 years. I will miss her. My thought and prayers are with her family and friends.

Cora Para

March 7, 2013

Debbie was such a wonderful nurse, & it was an honor to have worked with her! I am sorry I will not be able to attend her sevice on Friday. Your family is in my thoughts & prayers. Sincerely, Cora

Angie Boughfman

March 7, 2013

I worked in the same unit with Debbie for 12 years and spent many nights working with her in the same area. Debbie loved to sit and visit, always caring enough to ask about what was going on in my life and remember it the next time we talked. I always got a kick out of our conversations. Debbie had very strong opinions and cared deeply about so many things. I also admired her work ethic that was so strong it overcame many obstacles.
I haven't worked with Debbie in a long time but I remember her fondly and know that the unit will never be the same without her.

Dianne Parker

March 7, 2013

Deb was a wonderful sweet friend and so kind to everyone and animals as well. She will be greatly missed.

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