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Deborah Mahaffey Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 28, 2025.

Deborah Mary Mahaffey (Scott), 71, of Oak Grove, Minnesota, passed away on February 4, 2025, after a long battle with cancer, surrounded by family.

Born on March 1, 1953, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Deborah (Deb) lived a life filled with love of family, faith, and adventure. Her strong relationship with God was a guiding force and played a central role throughout her life. Her faith never wavered.

Deb found great joy in spending time with family, especially her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and those she was a special mom. She showed her support by attending as many events as possible. Whether it was a birth, graduation, cheering at a tournament, milestone celebration, or a simple get-together, Deb was always there with unwavering love and encouragement. She always knew when you needed a hug; her voice was kind and compassionate.

In addition to family and faith, Deb loved live music and stage performances. She enjoyed attending plays at the local playhouses and schools and bigger productions at the Ordway and Chanhassen. She could be found at music festivals or smaller live performances, embracing the opportunity to experience it firsthand. Always up for an adventure, Deb cherished her "sister trips" filled with laughter and made memories.

Survived by her loving husband, James; children, Wyatt (Kelley), Richelle (Ken), Jody (Tim), and William; grandchildren, James, Sherylyn, Deshawn, Logan, and Riley; and great-grandchildren, Colton, Ariella, Hadley, and Hudson. She also leaves behind special mom Phyllis, siblings Anne Ness (Bruce), Cheryl Dunbar (Stan), Patricia Nelson (Chuck), Kevin Scott (Debra), Lloyd Scott Jr., William Scott (Susie), MaryAnn Carlson (Gary), Terrie Sarazin, Carri DeSmidt, and Shari Spors, many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her son Jamie; grandson Shadow; and parents Lloyd Scott Sr. and Patricia Daly.

Deborah's legacy is one of love, devotion, and an adventurous spirit that brought people together. Her presence will be deeply missed by all who know her. May her memory bring comfort to those she leaves behind.

A Celebration of Life will be on

Monday, May 5, 2025, at 11:30 am,

Open Range Cowboy Church

17525 MN-65, Ham Lake, MN 55304

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Georgi Schmitz

May 10, 2025

So very sorry to hear of Debbie´s passing. We just kind of reunited in the last 4 years and I very much enjoyed doing so. It was only a few times but I am glad she came to visit at our family cabin the last few summers. I am so sorry for your loss

Austin David boschma

May 6, 2025

we miss you so much hope you are better in heaven I regret not being able to or not going to see you more that is probably my biggest regret love you aunt deb love your great grandson Austin boschma rest in peace

Vince Olson

April 27, 2025

Deb you will truly be missed. For all the fond memories
over the years I thank you. My sympathy to the family at
this time from the Olson family
Love you guys Vince and Family

Larry Cody

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Michael and Luanne Tennessen

March 1, 2025

We are very saddened hear about Deb, she was indeed A Very special lady, we met her at New Life Church in Oak Grove, where she made us feel very welcomed there. She will truly be missed.
Mike and Luanne Tennessen

Terri L Sarazin

March 1, 2025

I love you Deb. You were always fair and honest and loving with me. You helped me be a loving Auntie with my first-born nephew. You came to the rescue when I needed you. I am so blessed to have known you loved you and felt your love and unconditional sisterhood. You never treated me like a stepsister. You treated me as a sister, and you took on a huge responsibility when you met Jim Mahaffey. You loved his kids and all of them no matter what they did. She was just a good loving person. When she asked you how you were, she really wanted to know and listen to you. When I lost Cassidy, she hugged me so tight and whispered to me to call her if I needed anything. She told me how she knew my heart was broken but she knew I was strong enough. I would get through it.

No one knows why bad things happen to good people. But my sister Deb was one of the good ones. She walked in her faith, and she loved unconditionally.
I know when the day comes Deb, God will call you to heaven. Until then you will live on if only in our hearts and memories. You really tried to be an angel here on earth. I'm glad I told you at least once how much you meant to me.
Love you always Deb.

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