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Debra Krause - McDonell Obituary
She was born in Mansfield, Ohio on November 30, 1958 and graduated from Malabar High School. Her greatest love was for horses and she and her husband were the proud owners of four in their lifetimes. Deb managed the horses at Fairfield Farm in Massachusetts and several farms in Ohio. She was an experienced rider of dressage. She and her husband also owned a successful specialty import store, Krause's in the well known Findlay Market of Cincinnati for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents Pauline O. Whitfield Krause and James E. Krause of Mansfield; and her husband Horace G. McDonell III. She is survived by her brother James E. Krause Jr. and his wife Cheryl of Charleston, SC and their three children Justin, Christin, and Adam; and her sister Karen Krause DiGiammarino of Stoneham, MA and her son Edward. No services will be held at this time.
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Thea Walker
October 3, 2023
I think of Deb so often and really miss our phone chats. Much love to the Krause family, with very fond memories of our Christmas times in Florida.
Kimberly Krause Clements
October 12, 2022
Dear Jim, Cheryl, Justin, Christin, Adam, Karen and Eddie: this is such a shock and my heart is so heavy. I have fond memories of "Peanut" as a little tike and visiting at different stages of her life, especially her wedding day. And, it was special to us that Hozzie and Debbie joined us all in Louisville for Thanksgiving dinners. My heart goes out to all of you.
Thea Walker
October 10, 2022
Debba, oh how I miss you!! Your feisty, firey, indomitable spirit, your great laugh, your distinctive "Krause" smile...So many really fond memories with you. Even in adulthood we still laughed at the memory of our dog, Schnapps´ birthday party when we were young kids...and how he immediately barfed up the cake we made for him. We will still laugh and cry together as I can´t help but talk to you now and as the days go by. My deepest condolences to Karen, Jim, Ed and all your family. Love you, Debba, always.
John T.
October 9, 2022
Deb was a Lady that everyone around should of had a chance to meet.
She always tried to be kind to all that she came in contact with. And I will truly miss seeing and talking to her.true friend through and through .at least I know she'll be Happy being back into her true Loves arms once again for eternity. You will be Missed Deb, untill we meet again Rest peacefully with your True Love by your side once again.for Eternity.
GOD SPEED.
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Elaine Scurci MacLellan
October 9, 2022
I am very sorry to hear about the passing of Deb. We were very close friends in elementary school into junior high, and remained friends in adulthood. Deb was a very sensitive and kind soul who loved animals, listened well, and loved to laugh. She told the people she loved "I love you" often. She knew me well, and let me know that throughout our friendship. She was a good and caring person, and I will miss her. My heartfelt condolences to Karen, Jim, and their families.
Christine Warren
October 8, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. I am so sorry to hear the news about Deb. I am thinking of your family and hoping you find peace.
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