Deborah Ann Setliff

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Deborah Setliff Obituary

Setliff Deborah Ann Setliff (nee Winston), beloved wife, daughter, aunt and daughter in law, passed into eternal life Wednesday, February 5, 2014 after a long illness bravely borne. She was preceded in death by her father Edmund Winston. Deborah is survived by her loving husband, Jonathan; her mother, Janet Winston, Columbus, Ohio; her brother, Mark Winston (Sarah) Minneapolis, MN; and her brother-in-law, Graham Setliff (Sue) Alexandria, VA; and her nieces and nephews, Madison and Zane Winston and Darcy and Jay Setliff; and her in-laws, Robert and Constance Setliff, Mechanicsville, VA. Deborah was a graduate of Thomas Worthington High School, Worthington, Ohio, and Miami University, Oxford, Ohio. She was a reporter for the News Herald and a reporter and columnist for the Cleveland Plain Dealer. She served as Communications Director for former US Congressman Steve LaTourette for eighteen years and was an integral part of many projects that benefited his district and Northeast Ohio. She was also a passionate lover of Ocracoke Island, North Carolina, and the Outer Banks. Debbie was a beautiful, funny, and joyful presence to her family and many friends. She will be greatly missed and never forgotten. A memorial service will be held at St. Martin's Episcopal Church, 6295 Chagrin River Road, in Chagrin Falls at 2 p.m. Thursday, February 13. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the James Cancer Center in Columbus, Ohio, or to the Hospice of the Western Reserve, 17876 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44110.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Feb. 11 to Feb. 12, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Deborah Setliff

9 Entries

Patty Haller Bock

February 17, 2014

To all Deborah's family, I am sorry to learn of Debbie's passing, and know that this loss is not easy. Please reflect and celebrate her life on this earth, and the heavenly Kingdom she has entered. May the Peace of God always be with you. I was a classmate ages ago, at WHS, but my mother occasionally provided updates of her happenings. I reflect back and smile at her contagious spirit. Though that was long ago, it is a lasting memory. We should all look forward to seeing her again. God's comfort, God's Peace.
For His Sake.

Patty Haller Bock

Drez Jennins

February 13, 2014

Dear Mrs. Winston,

Deb brightened every room she entered. Our paths crossed at the News-Herald and then parted many years ago, but I have vivid memories of our brief acquaintance. I will remember her with admiration for her writing and with affection for the sense of fun she brought to all occasions - even - or especially - mandatory 6:30 a.m. cop calls at the N-H, election nights and weekend shifts.My condolences on your loss. God bless and keep you.

Donna Bearsch Coe

February 12, 2014

Dear Janie,
I am so very sorry to hear of your daughter's passing.Please extend my most sincere sympathy to your family.
Donna

Darris Blackford

February 12, 2014

I LOVED knowing and working with Debbie at The News-Herald. She was one of my favorite people, and my memories of those times when we were both at the beginning of our journalism careers are among my most treasured ... rest in peace, Debbie

Susan PENZ

February 11, 2014

My deepest sympathy to Deborah's family. I was so shocked to hear of her passing into enternal peace. It has been a pleasure knowing her and her family these past years. Deborah always had a wonderful sense of humor. She will be greatly missed. Rest in Peace, Deborah.

February 10, 2014

May God sustain you and give you his peace at this time Setliff Family.

Only time can ease all your pain and remember that Deborah was loved, as this will help you to get through your daily life. God is near when our hearts are broken and he has provided his Word to comfort us in our times of distress. Always remember this and please accept my sincere condolences. PS 34:17&18.

Sincerely, DEE

Judy Page

February 10, 2014

Jonathan, May the love of family and friends help you through this very difficult time. Sister Friend, you will forever be in my heart xoxoxo.

Lucy and Lina Zindroski

February 10, 2014

Mr. Setliff, We know there are no words we can speak to make this any easier. Just please know that you have touched the lives of many and though your students did not know your beautiful wife personally, they were able to know her through your wonderful, heartfelt stories. You have shown the girls of SJA that true love does exist and you have made such a difference. Continue to share stories with the girls about Deborah and keep her memory alive always. She has touched the lives of girls she never even met and that is very special. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. The Zindroski family.

Margaret Steinheiser

February 10, 2014

I remember reading Deborah's columns in the PD and laughing all the time because of her sense of humor. I was disappointed when she left the PD, but wished her good luck in her career. To her family, I am very sorry for your loss. My mother and I would read her all the time and crack up. Very good memories.

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