Deborah Marie LaRowe

1954 - 2016

Deborah Marie LaRowe obituary, 1954-2016, Yuma, AZ

Deborah Marie LaRowe

1954 - 2016

BORN

1954

DIED

2016

Deborah LaRowe Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jan. 29 to Jan. 30, 2016.
Deborah Marie LaRowe, 61, went to be with the lord on January 26, 2016, in St. George, UT, changing the world as so many knew it forever. She was born June 6, 1953, in Phoenix, AZ, to Fermin Martinez and Rosemary Martinez. She grew up in Yuma, AZ and married Dr. Judd LaRowe March 16, 1992, in Flagstaff, AZ. Debbie loved taking care of others and ultimately found her calling in government work and nursing. Debbie loved her church, her country, her family and friends. She touched so many lives, and her kind spirit and love for life were known to all. Debbie is survived by: her husband Judd; mother Rosemary; sister Kathy Martinez Gilmore; her 7 children, Allison, Mike, Kyle (Jessica), Erin (Chance), Megin (Shawn), Brittany (Jason), Seth; and 19 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by: her father Fermin; and her brother Michael.

A mass will be held on Saturday, January 30, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. at St. George Catholic church. Memorial services will be held in Yuma, Arizona, on Thursday, February 4, 2016, at Yuma Mortuary from 4:00-7:00 p.m. for the Vigil/Rosary and Friday, February 5, 2016, at Immaculate Conception Church at 10:30 a.m. for mass. Family and friends are invited to share condolences online at www.SerenityStG.com Arrangements and memorial tree planting are under the direction of Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah, 986-9100.

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January 22, 2022

Linda posted to the memorial.

January 22, 2021

Linda Farrar posted to the memorial.

February 15, 2016

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Linda

January 22, 2022

Your family still (and always) misses you.

Linda Farrar

January 22, 2021

Deb was a kind, caring Mom and friend. Her children and friends miss her every moment of every day.

February 15, 2016

I am so sorry about Your loss of your wife, you are in my prayers. Tess Koehler

Judith Parkinson

February 11, 2016

Dr. LaRowe - I heard of the sudden loss of your wife, Deborah, and my heart aches for you and your family. There are no words to express the depth of your loss, but I hope you can find peace and comfort during such a difficult time. I'm sure the many, many people for whom you have cared are sending their love and prayers. I know I am.

Marjorie & Todd Allison

February 9, 2016

Dear Dr. LaRowe: We just learned about the loss of your beautiful wife and want to express our deepest condolences and prayers to you and your family. Marge and Todd Allison

February 9, 2016

Dr LaRowe. We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Norman and Carma King

Rebecca Kuechel

February 5, 2016

To all of Debbie's kids (and husband) - I'm so sorry to hear about your loss! Your mom raised such beautiful and amazing children! I hope you find strength, comfort and peace in the coming days, weeks and months ahead! My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Ms. Kuechel

Richard Dietzel

February 5, 2016

I never met Deborah, but I know her husband and daughter. I wish the family the best during this time of loss, and will look forward to the future when we may all be reunited with our loved ones.

Rula Jean Williams

February 3, 2016

Dear Dr. Larowe and family,
Ned and I are so sad to hear about the passing of your sweet wife. We just logged on to the Spectrum and read this news item. Please know that we love you and your family, and we are so grateful for the kind and tender care you have given us for years and years. We are praying for you and your family.

Kevin and Arlene Hooper

February 3, 2016

Dr. LaRowe, Megan and family. We are so sorry to learn of your loss. Thoughts and prayers for all.

Rodney Winn

February 2, 2016

Dear Dr LaRowe, Megan, and family; it is with shock and sadness that we heard of the passing of your dear sweet wife, and mom, Deborah. While we only met her a few times in your office, the first time we met her we could see she was a wonderful, caring person. We are so sorry to hear that she passed so early in her kind and loving life and we want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord help you to remember the good times and carry you through this coming period of difficult separation. We love you so much and hope you will find some comfort in the love that so many feel for you and your family. God bless you all. Love Rod and Sharon

Deborah Janke

February 2, 2016

Dr. LaRowe, I am so sorry to hear of your wife's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May she remain in your thoughts and heart forever.

Charlie and Gail Neumann

February 1, 2016

Dear Dr. LaRowe,
We were so sorry to hear of your wife's departure from this life. May God's love surround and comfort you and your family during this painful time. Debbie was clearly a very special and loving person, admired by all who knew her.

February 1, 2016

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May the Holy Spirit comfort you. Larry & Cheryl Barnett

Jake Havins

February 1, 2016

Erin, I'm very sorry to hear of your moms passing. Our thoughts are with you in this difficult time.

Larry Walter

January 31, 2016

God be with you Deb! You were always caring and thoughtful. You made me go see the doctor and made my life so much better. I thank you dearly my friend. RIP ! Larry the Poolman

January 31, 2016

Dr. LaRowe & Megin, Dorie & I know how it feels to lose a very close loved one we are very sorry for your loss. Thank you for everything that you have done for us. Tom & D

Steve & Violet Payne

January 30, 2016

Dr. LaRowe, we never knew your wife but just want you to know we love you and appreciate all you've done for us. Your wife must have been a very special lady, we are so sad for your loss. Steve and Violet Payne

Candy & Don Charlet

January 30, 2016

Dear Dr. LsRowe and Megin: Don and I just learned of Deborah's passing. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if we can do anything for you and the family.

January 30, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you Dr. LaRowe and your family, may you find comfort and peace. Janey Peters

Rita and Nate Silvestri

January 30, 2016

Dear Judd, Nate and I will miss our beautiful friend, Debbie. Nate used to love to walk and talk with her at the walks for life on Bluff Street. Debbie knew so much about everything and she was very interesting to talk with. She was sweet and kind and just plain nice. She leaves a big hole in the hearts of all of us who knew and loved her. Thank you for sharing her with us here in St. George. God bless you and your beautiful family. Rita and Nate Silvestri

Linda & Randal Farrar

January 30, 2016

Dear Judd, Erin, Rosie and all the children and grand children, our condolences. Deb will be missed by all who knew her, she made a wonderful difference in this world, how cherished she will always be...her love goes on just as yours does for her and don't forget she is with you today and always, no one can keep her love down.
Deb had a precious, giving spirit and we consider ourselves so lucky to have had her in our family.
Our love,

CloElla Andrus-Polatis

January 29, 2016

Dr. LaRowe, Seth and Brittany and all your family, I was sadden to hear of the death of such a kind, gracious and happy Debbie. I know you will miss her deeply. Keep her in your memory always.
- CloElla Andrus-Polatis (St. George, UT)

January 29, 2016

Our condolences to her family. Debbie was such a special person. May she rest in peace.
Bob & Darlene Croy

Dennis & Alison McMillan

January 29, 2016

Dr. Larowe and family, Alison & I would like to Express our deepest sympathy to your entire family. Thoughts and Prayers to the Family. God Bless and may Deborah lay in Peace.
Denny & Alison McMillan

January 28, 2016

Debbie was a beautiful lady with a beautiful heart. She will be missed by all who knew her. We will keep you all in our prayers. Patrick and Linda Murphy

Sam & Judy Terry

January 28, 2016

Dr. LaRowe & Megan, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. We love & appreciate all you do for us. May the Lord bless you with strength at this time of need. Love, Sam & Judy Terry

Claudette Hoggan

January 28, 2016

Dr. LaRow: Bill and I are saddened to hear about the passing of your wife and best friend. Thank you for all the good care you have given us throughout the years...just wish we could do something for you! Thoughts and prayers go out to you & your family.

Kurt Lundquist

January 28, 2016

Dr. Larowe, My wife LuAnn and I express our condolences to you and your family. We join our prayers with many others in your behalf that you may be comforted.

Jean May

January 28, 2016

One of my favorite verses in the Old Testament is Dueteromony chapter 31 verse 8. Part of the verse is "The Lord goes before you."
Prayers for you and your family.

January 28, 2016

Dear Dr. LaRowe and Megin,
We are so sorry to hear about the death of your wife and mother. You have done so much for us over the years, we wish we knew how to return the favor at this time. Just know our prayers are with you.
Tom & Claudia Miller

Pat Camomile

January 28, 2016

It is not often when you can honestly say that the only memories of a person are GOOD memories. Deb was one of the kindest, most humble people I have known. My thoughts go out to her beautiful family.

Jerold & Dolores Hagen

January 28, 2016

Judd. My wife and I were saddened to learn of the passing of your dear wife. We wish that we could be there in person to convey our feelings but since we can't be we pray that the Lord's blessings will assuage the pain of this event and leave you with tender cherished memories of her. We wish and pray for your comfort at this time.

Deanna Cottam

January 27, 2016

My prayers are with you at this time. Deb made a huge impact on my life with her patient teaching and mentoring.

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