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Deborah Scanlan Obituary
1956-2017
Deborah J Scanlan passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 13th in Houston, surrounded by family.
Debbie was born in Pittsburgh, PA to August and Elizabeth Rumski on December 15, 1956. She is survived by her husband, Tim Scanlan, son Chris Scanlan and wife Marina, daughter Colleen West and husband Jason, her siblings Duane Rumski, Karen Kramer, Kevin Rumski, Brian Rumski, and Kathy Rumski, along with their families, her parents, and her grandchildren, Andre, Alex, Willow and Nathan.
Debbie never met a stranger and welcomed everyone with open arms and a loving heart. She was the life of the party and had a smile and personality that could light up any room. Her proudest achievement was her two children. She devoted her life teaching them to be the wonderful adults and parents that they are today. Her greatest passion was her four grandchildren, which as she often mentioned made her so happy.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at 10:30 AM at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 625 Nottingham Oaks Trail, Houston, TX 77079. A reception will follow Holy Mass on the church campus. Visit www.DettlingFuneral.com to leave words of condolence for the family.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Debbie's name to Susan G. Komen.
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Steve and Nicole Scanlan
August 17, 2017
Tim and family,
We are so sorry for your loss and are thinking of you during this difficult time. We wish you comfort and peace.
Cheryl McKellar
August 15, 2017
To Tim and family
I was saddened to learn the news about Debbie. She was such a warm and vibrant person and great fun to work with at WS. I am so sorry for your loss.
Cheryl McKellar
Mary Beaulieu
August 15, 2017
I am so sorry to here this, always loved working with Debbie at Williams Sonoma. She had a great sense of humor, and was always there to help if needed.
Mike & Laura Carter
August 15, 2017
Tim, Colleen & Chris, Laura & I are very sad to hear of the passing of Debbie. We will remember what a beautiful and giving person she was. We especially recall the many times we spent together at your gatherings and will miss her greatly. We wish all of GOD's Blessings on you and will be praying for you. Laura & Mike Carter
Ginger Millican
August 14, 2017
May the Lord wrap His Loving arms around your family and heal their broken hearts. May He grant your family peace in the days and weeks ahead. May your memory be eternal. Rest in Heavenly peace, my dear Debbie.
August 14, 2017
Tim and Family,
Anne and I are deeply saddened by Debbie's passing.You guys are great friends and we always looked forward to the annual craw fish boil. in fact I was packing up some stuff the other day and came across one of the Koozies from 2013. We cherish all the memories we have made and will be there to support you guys as you grieve
We Love you guys
Anne and Larry Tondre
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