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Debra Epley Obituary

Debra Lee Epley, 62, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on May 6, 2022.

Debra was born July 22, 1959 in Mt. Airy to Edward and the late Betty Schaible. Debra was also preceded in death by her sister, Sandra Martin.

Debra is survived by her loving husband, Dale Joseph, of 37 years. Debra is survived by her four sons: Edmund (Bo) Baker III (Kelsey), Christopher Baker (Eileen), Corey Epley (Heather) and Travis Epley (Brittany). Debra is survived by seven grandchildren, Special Aunt Doris, sisters Pam Harding (Bill) and Fern Rudd, cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, Fur-babies and a host of fabulous friends.

Debra was known as Mrs. Rockville and the Manager of the Epley Household. Debra had a passion for her family, immaculate house keeper, cooking, Fur-babies, friends, neighbors, Love for all people, Fido for Freedom, Crossing Guard at local schools, volunteering, fund raising, parking enforcement and ALWAYS putting others in front of herself.

A Celebration of Debra's life will be held at the American Legion Post 86 located 2013 Veins Mills Road, Rockville, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday May 13 with a prayer being held at 5:00 p.m.

At Debra's request in lieu of flowers donations can be made to FidosForFreedom.com

Online Condolences may be left at: www. RappFuneral.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Frederick News-Post from May 10 to May 11, 2022.

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