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Debra Blue Obituary
Debbie graduated from LaBelle High School and went on to earn a degree from Florida Atlantic University. She spent 45 fullfilling years as a Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten teacher at Canterbury School in Ft. Myers, where she was much loved and respected for her dedication to early childhood education.
In addition to her professional achievements, Debbie was an active member of Estero Church in Estero, FL. Her hobbies included beach going, shelling, crafting, photography, and most of all, grandparenting. She found great joy in spending time with her grandchildren and capturing life's moments through her lens.
Debbie is survived by her loving husband, Michael Blue; daughter, Jordan (Joseph) Gill; grandchildren, Emery Michelle and Ella Kathryn Gill; sister, Terri (Ralph) Hutchins; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gene and Margie Felton.
Debbie's memorial service will be held at Estero Church, 8088 Lord's Way in Estero on Saturday, October 5th at 10:00 am.
In Debbie's memory, donations can be made to Hope Hospice.
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Kristin Van Dusen (Zeterberg)
September 23, 2024
Debbie was my Kindergarten teacher back when she was Ms. Felton :) I am in my early 50's with grown children of my own and I still remember her as one of my favorite teachers. She made us feel loved and important - she made learning fun and I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to be in her classroom. She always had a huge smile and a big hug for us :) She made such a difference to so many - lucky me!
Lauren O'Connell
September 21, 2024
Mrs. Blue may not have been my teacher, but she was a teacher to us all in some way. She always had a positive energy about her. That is something you simply cannot fake. There were many times when we would go back and forth between the two classrooms. We of course couldn't wait to all try out that bathtub for reading time! As a child, I only ever remember her smiling. I even went back to visit for a day, hoping to get some inspiration from her while I was in my first year of teaching at a public school. She was still just as wonderful as I had remembered her, and she was kind enough to share experiences and advice with me. Her memory will live on in her family and all of those lives she has touched.
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Patricia Pittman (Curtis)
September 20, 2024
I did not have Ms. Blue as a teacher but I remember her contagious smile. Always kind. She was a wonderful soul that will be missed. May her soul rest in heaven .
Cathy Truesdale
September 20, 2024
Debbie will always be in our hearts. As a long time member of Canterbury School, Debbie and I worked together on so many projects. She was always ready with a great idea, a word of encouragement, an extra pair of hands, and was willing to do what was best for the children. She helped to wrangle kiddos for many of our performances! Her spirit will continue to bloom through the lives she touched.
Sandy (Obreza) Hrdlicka
September 20, 2024
I didn´t have Mrs. Blue as a teacher for Kindergarten, but I spent a lot of time in her classroom before and after school. I fondly remember reading while lounging in her big blue bathtub. My mother, Laurie Obreza, was also a long-time teacher and coach at Canterbury - many of my mother´s colleagues looked after me over the years, including Mrs. Blue.
Amanda Lillis
September 20, 2024
I attended Canterbury from 4-12 grade and my mother, Barbara Bacon, was a longtime faculty member. While I didn´t have Mrs. Blue as a teacher, I remember her fondly. She was a treasured member of the Canterbury community. I´m sending her family my sincere condolences.
Tessa Biddle
September 17, 2024
I know she was loved by the Canterbury community, children, parents, and staff. She was a beautiful person in every way. I know she will be missed by her family, and all that she touched everywhere she went. I remember her with a smile on her face and kindness and love in her heart. Our family sends their condolences to hers. The Biddle Family May God stay close and keep you strong through this difficult journey. He will love you through this.
Sarah Angelson (Jonas)
September 16, 2024
Mrs. Blue was my kindergarten teacher and I remember her big blue bathtub and always feeling loved by her in her classroom. I'm 35 now with my own children and will forever cherish the memories she made.
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