Debra "Debbie" Harvey

1956 - 2018

Debra "Debbie" Harvey obituary, 1956-2018, Aurora, IL

Debra "Debbie" Harvey

1956 - 2018

BORN

1956

DIED

2018

Debra "Debbie" Harvey Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 17, 2018.
Debra A. Harvey "Debbie", 61, of Aurora, passed away August 17, 2018 at Presence Mercy Hospital. She was born on September 26, 1956 in Aurora, daughter of the late John and Eva (Cutsinger) Martin. Debbie loved music and singing and was very good at playing the guitar. She loved to cook and have others over to her home to enjoy a meal. Debbie's favorite flower was the daisy and she loved to be outdoors. Debbie had a very warm heart and kind demeanor and will be missed by the many people who loved her. Survivors include three children, Jennifer (Ryan) Scroggins of Oklahoma, Shawn Vargo of Georgia, and Kasey Vargo of Kansas; brother, Bob Martin of Aurora; 3 grandchildren, Abby and Annabelle Scroggins of Oklahoma, and Maggie Penabaz of Kansas; sister in law, Sharron Martin and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Debbie is also survived by her close friend, Tim Schirmer, and by the many friends and staff members of Hesed House. Along with her parents, Debbie was preceded in death by her daughter, Megan Harvey; brother, Ronald Martin and several aunts and uncles. A memorial visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 12, 2018 from 4 PM until time of memorial service, 6 PM at The Healy Chapel, 332 W. Downer Pl., Aurora, IL 60506. A private burial will take place at a later date at Oak Grove Cemetery in Bristol, IL In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Debbie's honor to Hesed House at 659 South River St. Aurora, IL 60506 or online at: https://help.hesedhouse.org

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September 8, 2018

Z L posted to the memorial.

September 1, 2018

Rosa G posted to the memorial.

August 25, 2018

Sharon Slaughter posted to the memorial.

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Z L

September 8, 2018

My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.

Rosa G

September 1, 2018

May God's loyal love bring you comfort. (Psalm 119:76) Please accept my heartfelt condolences.

Sharon Slaughter

August 25, 2018

Debbie was indeed a sweet, caring person. We didn't really know each other well in high school, but we met up again when I stayed at Hesed House in 2015-16. I still have a card she gave me during that time. The world has lost a beautiful person.

Jennifer Martin

August 24, 2018

R.I.P. Debbie...now you can be at peace and be with Grandma, Megan, and my dad. We all love and miss you!

Jennifer Hubbard

August 23, 2018

Sending my love, prayers, and deepest sympathies during this time. I remember spending time with Debbie when I was little, she had such a beautiful smile and a ready laugh. You all will remain in my daily prayers. Love you.

Dawn Kurilla

August 23, 2018

Debbie had a truly kind heart and will be missed! Sending prayers to her entire family!

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