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1957
DIED
2025
Debra Parsons Obituary
Born in Staten Island, New York, Debra found her greatest joy in her family and took pride in being a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
She is survived by her loving husband of 40 years, Frank Parsons; her four children: Michael Hallihan, Melissa Aguilar (née Hallihan), Chantel Grupp (née Cender), and Matthew Parsons; as well as seven grandsons, one granddaughter, and three great-grandchildren.
Debra is also survived by her mother, Joan Chandrasiri; her siblings: Arthur Campana (wife Kelly), Donna Madigan (husband George), and Harry Hoffman. She is further survived by her in-laws: father-in-law Shirley Parsons, sister-in-law Leitha Ebanks (Parsons), brother-in-law Charles Parsons (wife Lillian), nieces, nephews, and many beloved cousins and friends.
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