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Deborah DESROCHES
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Deborah DESROCHES Obituary
June 28, 1955 – May 6, 2015
After a long courageous battle with breast cancer, Debbie passed away peacefully on the sunny morning of May 6, 2015, surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her two children, daughter Lauren, son Benjamin, her parents Doreen and Fernand (Nan and Pa), and her beloved husband Dr. Ron Fulton. She also leaves behind an incredible number of friends and relatives, all of whom will miss her deeply. Debbie was unfailingly kind and gracious toward everyone. Always embracing life, she had a strong sense of community involvement and volunteerism and a deep desire to help others. Never losing her sense of humour, Debbie was always ready to share a laugh with those around her. She was so talented in so many ways, and had a great sense of style and creativity. Her family would like to extend a sincere thank you to Dr. Sophie Sun and all the other medical, nursing and support staff at the BC Cancer Agency (Vancouver). We are especially grateful to all the staff on 5West at the Cancer Agency who cared for her and our family with such grace and dignity. We would also like to extend a special thank you to all of her friends who provided endless support and laughter throughout her life, especially through the past six years of her illness. She cherished each one of you. A Celebration of her Life will be held on June 22, 2015 from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. at the Arbutus Club in Vancouver. In lieu of flowers we would ask that donations be made to the BC Cancer Foundation in her memory. She will be greatly missed by not only her family but all of those she came in contact with throughout her beautiful life.
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Linda
May 9, 2017
Debbie two years have now gone by and your absence is felt by so many. We talk of you often at our card making group aptly named the "cardiologists" by you. Some times it feels so long ago that you died and other times like yesterday. We miss you and send love your way as well as to all your family.
Linda Prochaska
May 9, 2016
A year has done by since Debbie died and she is very much still apart of our card making group "The cardiologists" she named us. Hummingbirds (her special birds) keep coming to visit us in many different ways and places and always bring Debbie to mind. There is not a time together that we do not speak of Debbie. Each of us have our own special memories that we carry with us always. Best wishes to all her family and friends.
Love. Linda
Annabel Kershaw
June 29, 2015
Barry and I were so sorry to hear about Debbie. I remember her friendliness and vitality. When our boys first went to Trafalgar Debbie was a highly visible presence. The amount of work she did was amazing. She was always so involved and dedicated. Our thoughts and sympathy are with you all.
Annie Ehman
June 19, 2015
I was so sorry to hear about Debbie. I volunteered with Debbie on the Vancouver District Parent Advisory and on the board of B. C. Parents for Public Education. She was always positive and ready to do whatever she could to advocate for kids. She will be missed.
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Sonia Hutson
June 5, 2015
It is with great sadness that I convey my feelings about a gracious, kind and intelligent lady who exhibited the utmost integrity in all situations. It was a privilege to work with Debbie when she was the President of the District Parents' Advisory Council for the Vancouver School District.
Debbie worked tirelessly on district innovations that focussed on the best learning situations possible for our students. She was exceptionally well-respected by the Senior Management Team, and she will be remembered for her unselfish gift of her time to support others.
It truly was an honour to work with Debbie.
My thoughts are with her family.
Sonia Hutson
Retired Associate Superintendent,
Vancouver School Board
Richard Zerbe
May 21, 2015
I had the pleasure of working with Lauren and Ben as their teacher and Vice Principal at Trafalgar School and Deb was our Parent Advisory Committee Chair. Now as a Principal of many years, Deb I remember Deb fondly as one of the most altruistic, positive and dedicated parents with whom I've worked, someone who lived life joyfully with a "can do, will do" attitude. Her community was always front and center of everything she did or organized and the raffle baskets she lovingly crafted every year were highlights at that school! "Basket Debbie" set the bar of my hopes and expectations of future PAC chairs so very high. To Ron, Lauren, Ben and family, my thoughts and deepest condolences on your loss.
May 19, 2015
Ron, Lauren and Ben
Our deepest condolences for the loss of your wife and mother. She will always be remembered as a genuine and classy lady and a real rock in your lovely family.
Alma and Ralph Pauw
Judy, Aaron and Cheryl Demque
May 17, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss. Debbie was inspirational, a dedicated mother, a dependable friend. We will miss her. Our thoughts are with you and your family during these difficult times.
Carole Stepenoff
May 17, 2015
I'll miss your Friday morning hugs, your laughter, your humour and the way you remembered little things about us and made us feel so special during our time together
Darlene
May 15, 2015
Debbie's beautiful smile will stay in our hearts. She was a lovely, supportive, and kind friend and will be missed.
Maryann Costa
May 15, 2015
Debs was one of those rare individuals that you meet once in a lifetime. Always kind, gentle, elegant and full of optimism. She never had an unkind word to say of anyone. She brought out the best in you and made you feel special. The last few years of my life was made richer because of her. I shall miss her immeasurably but shall always treasure the few years of friendship we were blessed with.
May God welcome her home with His widespread open arms and grant her eternal happiness and rest. And may He hold her family close as they mourn their great loss.
Debs you taught me many things but your greatest gift was your unconditional love. I will always have that with me.
Until we meet again, rest in peace sweet Debs. Your smile is indelibly etched in my heart. XOX
Linda Prochaska
May 15, 2015
Every once in awhile a special person comes into our lives and touches us in so many ways. Debbie was a ray of sunshine bringing light and love wherever she went. Her beautiful smile, her gorgeous eyes that sparkled when she talked of those and things she loved. Her generosity of spirit and genuine caring was felt by all. Debbie loved her volunteer work and her crafts especially card making and she will be missed. Debbie never complained or went on and on about her health issues but focused on living life. A true example of a life well lived. Debbie we miss you. Warm wishes and gentle hugs go out to the family and friends.
Death is nothing at all.
I have only slipped away into the next room.
I am I and you are you.
Whatever we were to each other that we are still.
Call me by my old familiar name,
Speak to me in the easy way which you always used.
Put no difference into your tone;
Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow.
Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together.
Play, smile, think of me, pray for me.
Let my name be ever the household word that it always was. Let it be spoken without effort,
Without the ghost of a shadow on it.
Life means all that it ever meant.
It is the same as it ever was;
There is absolutely unbroken continuity.
What is this death but a negligible accident?
Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight?
I am waiting for you for an interval;
Somewhere very near just around the corner.
All is well.
(Unknown)
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