Deborah Louise Ostrega

Deborah Louise Ostrega

Deborah Ostrega Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 22 to Feb. 23, 2008.
OBITUARY DEBORAH LOUISE OSTREGA 1947 - 2008 Debby passed away February 21, 2008 after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Though her life was short in years, it was full of love, fun and adventure. She was born in Lakewood, New Jersey, daughter of Florence Goldsmith and the late Arnold Waldholz and sister to Michael, Elysa, Sharen and David and cherished granddaughter to the late Esther and Morris Goldsmith. Her volunteer spirit led her to Israel in 1967 where she met her soul mate Allan, from Canada. After they were married she made her home in Montreal where she had two wonderful children, Tamar and Joshua. Deborah worked as a phlebotomist with her loved doctors and co-workers where her gentle human touch gave comfort to all who knew her. She was a beautiful person physically and deep inside. Her main concern was for the well-being of others before herself. She surrounded herself with wonderful friends who she loved like family. Her family grew with the addition of her son-in-law Monte and her daughter-in-law Chelsea and four beautiful grandchildren, Charly, Dean, Marlee and Sophie whom she loved more than life itself. Her black curly hair was her signature look. Everyone who had the privilege to know her, loved the kindness and smile of this elegant, classy and dignified lady. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends and all who knew her. We give special thanks to the entire oncology staff of the Jewish General Hospital especially Robyn and Dr. Melnychuk as well as the staff of 8NW for their wonderful care and compassion. Funeral Service from Paperman and Sons, 3888 Jean Talon W. on Sunday, February 24 at 12 noon. It was a wonderful life. Her spirit is everlasting, her love will never be forgotten and she will remain in our hearts forever.

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February 18, 2019

Malka Zaremski posted to the memorial.

March 19, 2008

Marika Flemke posted to the memorial.

March 3, 2008

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Malka Zaremski

February 18, 2019

Years passed and still in my heart. Thinking of her often. A loved friend.

Marika Flemke

March 19, 2008

To the Family,
My daughter Michelle and I are shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Debby's passing.
We had the privilege and pleasure to have known Debby for several years. Truly a very special Lady with class, kindness and a heart of gold.
We are deeply sorry for all the people she leaves behind and send our deepest sympathies to all the family.
Marika and Michelle (the occasional house sitter)

Annamaria D'orsa

March 3, 2008

To the family
On behalf of the CIBC we want to extend our deepest sympathy. We were waiting for spring to come along so we can see her walk her pride and joy, her grandchildren. We are in disbelief that she will not be coming around with her beautiful smile.
She will truly be missed.
She was loved by everyone that had the honor of knowing her.

Malka & Itzik Zaremski

March 2, 2008

Dear "Mom", Alan, Josh, Tamar and Family,
Its very hard for me to express my feelings and I ache with you not having Debby with us anymore. A true dear friend (since we were 12 years old) and her family as a child and as a married woman was always my family too. I am so sorry for your loss. Debby will always be in my heart and memories.
Please accept mine and Itzik's condolences.
With all our Love, Malka and Itzik

Sheila, Marty & Mona Sternbach

February 28, 2008

Dear Florence & Family, We were so sorry to hear of Debby's passing. Our thoughts are with all of you at this time.

Nan Birnbaum

February 26, 2008

Dear Alan, Florence and all the family, I was so saddened to hear of Debbie's passing. She was the most warm-hearted and beautiful person I ever knew. She will be greatly missed by all. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Nan Birnbaum
Las Vegas, NV

robyne(Filly&Colt) sobel

February 26, 2008

Dear Tamar,Monte and family -
so sorry to hear of your loss .Your Mother was a very special person and may your many wonderful memories be a comfort to you now.

Boca Raton ,Fl

February 25, 2008

Dear Allan, Florence, Michael, Elysa and families,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Lori Sherman-Appel

Sherie, Arnie, D.J. and Dara Reiter

February 25, 2008

We are saddened beyond words. Our condolences to Allan, Tamar, Monte, Josh, Chelsea, Elysa, Jamie, Drew, Micheal, Marianne, Rachel, Daniel, Florence, and Herb. We were honored to know and be part of Debby's life. We all will miss her dearly. With love--Sherie, Arnie, D.J. and Dara

Naomi Alexandroff-Brest

February 24, 2008

Dear Allan

My sincerest sympathies to you and your family. Debbie had an infectious smile, which I always remember around Chelsea Place!

Liliane & Serge Gottheff

February 24, 2008

To Florence and family,
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Nothing is harder for a Mother.
Please accept our sympathies in memory of the good time we shared with you and Debbie in Paris.
We will never forget this wonderfull relationship between mother & daughter.
Our heart goes out to you.
Liliane, Serge & family

Aline & Francis Jagodowicz

February 24, 2008

Dear Allan,

It is with great sadness that we hear of Debby's death.

We are with you and your family at this time of sorrow.

With all our love,

Liliane & Serge Gottheff

February 24, 2008

Dear Allan,
We feel sad and sorry to be so far, but we are close in our thoughts and heart to support you.
We gathered our family to light a candle for Debby, and remembered with emotion her luminous spirit and smile.
Sa flamme restera toujours dans nos coeurs.
With our love
your cousins Liliane & Serge
Jessica, Elisa, Keren and family.

Jonathan and Jennifer Rosen

February 24, 2008

Alan,Tamar,Josh, and families,
Our deepest sympathies and all our love in this trying time.

gina shapiro

February 24, 2008

Dear Allan and family
It is with incredible sadness and disbelief that we are entering a message in this guest book. It is incompehensible that the world has lost Debby ..a woman who leaves us with the memory of her beautiful smile,her kindness, her vivaciousness and her remarkable quality of bringing joy to everyone around her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all today and in the days that follow. Allan ..may the beautiful memories of Camelot help you through the days ahead.
With all our love
Gina and Richard Shapiro

Beverlee, Jonathan, & Scott Rosen

February 24, 2008

Dear Allan, Tamar, Josh, Florence, and Family,
It is with great sadness that we learned of Debbie's passing. Our memories are filled with the friendship and acts of kindness from years gone by. Her caring and warmth for others will always be in our hearts.
Our thoughts are with you during this most difficult time.

Helen Ollo

February 24, 2008

On behalf of the JGH Oncology secretaries, please accept our sincere condolences. May you know no further sorrows.

in memory of Debbie's spirit and smile

Liliane & Serge Gottheff

February 24, 2008

To Tamar and Josh,
Should our sympathy and love give you the courage to overcome your pain.
Nothing is like a Jewish mother, and yours was an example.She was so fond and proud of her grandchildren...you have given her happiness for ever.
In her memory lets keep the generations and family link.
Love from your french cousins

Liliane Gottheff

February 24, 2008

Dear Allan,
We feel sad and sorry to be so far, but we are close in our thoughts and heart to support you.
We gathered the family to light a candle for Debbie, in memory of her luminous spirit and smile.
Sa flamme restera toujours dans nos coeurs.
With love
your cousins Liliane&Serge Jessica, Elisa &Keren

Sandi Stephenson Mahon

February 23, 2008

Alan & Family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of Debbie's passing. She was such a beautiful woman with a lovely family. She has left a wonderful legacy and I know that she will be dearly missed.
Love and condolences to you all.
Sandi Stephenson Mahon

Joe & Betty Fridell

February 23, 2008

Dear Tamar, Monte and Family,

Heartfelt sympathies to you all on the tragic loss of you mother. May fond memories of happy times together sustain you through this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Joe & Betty

Robert Rosenbloom

February 23, 2008

Dear Josh and Chelsea,

Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your mom. Please know that we are thinking of you at this difficult time. Marla and Robert Rosenbloom

Grace & Jack Gillick

February 22, 2008

Please accept our sincerest condolences on Debbie's passing.
As one of the "BEST of the BEST" she will be sadly missed by many.

Grace & Jack Gillick.

Irene Savage-Gecker

February 22, 2008

Highschool best friends, lifetime best

friends. Your home in highschool was

second home. Miss you and love you

always. Love and a special prayer

to the whole family.

Karen Cane

February 22, 2008

Alan, Florence and family,
Ronnie and I were so saddened to hear about Debbie's untimely death. Although we have not been in touch in years, Debbie has always been an important part of my childhood memories. All the times that Irene, Jayne and I spent at her house with Florence, Charles, and the whole family were filled with laughter and joy. I will never forget our "Pink Squirrels" and the rides in the convertible. She truly was "A woman (and girl) of valor. Love, Karen (Dlugasch) and ronnie Cane

Pearl & Mort Levy

February 22, 2008

Words fail us to comment on something that's so utterly incomprehensible. May you and yours know no further sorrow.

With Much Love and Sympathy,
Pearl and Mort Levy.

Roxane Levine

February 22, 2008

Dear Tamar and Monte,
You are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Roxane, Nona, Marie-Claire, Nada,Joel

frances wallach

February 22, 2008

it is with great sadness that i have lost one of my drarest friends. i will always treasurethe times we shared at the beach and in toms river. i also thank you for introducing me to my soulmate we will miss you your bube will now take care of you now rest in peace my dear friend.may your family not know any more sorrow and always remember your beautiful smile and the 40 years she and alan spent together. your friend fran

David Winikoff

February 22, 2008

Allan and Family,
Please accept my sincerest condolences on your wife's passing. May your happy memories give you strength at this sad time.

David Winikoff
Olney, MD

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