Deborah M. Lough
1954 - 2014
Deborah M. Lough
1954 - 2014
Obituary
Guest Book
Deborah Lough Obituary
Born August 13, 1954, in Washington, D.C., she was the daughter of Alvin and the late Marie Marks of Temple Hills, Maryland.
Debbie held a Bachelor's degree in Education from the University of Maryland and a Master's degree in Special Education from West Virginia University. Debbie served as a teacher and special education teacher in Berkeley County public schools for approximately 20 years. Most recently, she was a gifted education teacher at Mountain Ridge Intermediate School.
Debbie devoted her life to nurturing others, and graced all who knew her with her intelligence, kindness, patience, and loyalty. A devoted teacher, Debbie used her gifts to encourage and enlighten her students and colleagues. A devoted wife, mother, daughter, and sister, Debbie brought gentleness, laughter, and endless love to her family. In her life and battle with cancer, Debbie taught us all to live and love better. Debbie's light was the brightest star in the lives of those she touched. We will carry her light with us always, and bring others the joy of her boundless love.
She is survived by her husband, Daniel L. Lough of Martinsburg; her son, Sean D. Lough of Martinsburg; her daughter, Kristin M. Lough, of Washington, D.C.; father, Alvin Marks; three sisters, Sr. Joyce Marks, IHM, Brenda Young, and Cindy Tanenbaum; and two brothers, Ron Marks and Tom Marks.
Memorial donations may be made in memory of Debbie to the MRI Scholarship Fund, Mountain Ridge Intermediate School, 2691 Gerrardstown Road, Gerrardstown, WV 25420 to help graduates of MRI and Berkeley County high schools in furthering their education.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Samantha Cools
January 1, 2015
Debbie had such a sweet and gentle soul. My condolences to the Mark's family such a close and wonderful family.
Leah Todd
June 14, 2014
Sweet Deb, your legacy lives on in your family. I'm grateful to know Kristin, Sean, and Dan. There's not a memory from my time in Maryland, that does not have Kristin and Sean in it. You were always gracious and kind to me, and it was such a pleasure getting to know you and being a part of the "family." From your sweet smile and gentle spirit, Deb, you will be forever missed. May you rest in peace and comfort knowing that you were well loved. Thank you leaving such an example of how to care for others.
Marjie Moulton
June 10, 2014
Debbie was my daughter's teacher at St. Jo's. She was such a wonderful teacher, and the kids loved her. The picture used here looks just like I remember her. That pretty smile, and always a kind word. My prayers to the family to mend their broken hearts, but always remembering that they will see her again!
Roger & Ann Marks
June 9, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Lawrence Hitt
June 7, 2014
Jann and I send our prayers and best wishes to you in this tough time. I had the pleasure of working with her for a number of years at Tuscarora. She will be remembered as a dedicated teacher to her students.
Brandon Youngblood
June 7, 2014
A soft spoken, caring, teacher and mother. I can't tell you who most of my teachers were growing up, but I will always remember Deborah Lough. She was always patient with me, as she was with all of us. I'll miss her, but she will always be a positive impact on me as I live my life.
June 7, 2014
Debbie was my sweet and gracious sister-in-law, but in my heart she will always be my sister. She was such a courageous and brave fighter in the last year of her life--with her loving family always by her side. She completed my brother's world by being the wife that he adored, or as he would lovingly say, "she's my little girl." Her kids worshiped the ground that she walked on as she was the mother that dreams are made of... I never knew her to be anything but gentle and kind throughout her short 59 years of life. I'm Blessed to have known her and to have shared many memories with her, as we will meet again. She will now be cherished and comforted by the warm embrace of her mother, her grandmother, and by my Perfect Father.
Rest Well my Precious Sister and Let Your Spirit Soar. God Bless You.
Forever with Love, Sandy and Tom
June 6, 2014
Debbie was my co- worker at Tuscarora and also was an enrichment teacher to both of my daughters. Her compassion for her students will never be forgotten. She lives on in each one of them.
I pray for comfort for her loving family.
Candi Smith
Lisa
June 6, 2014
Debbie truly was a caring teacher. She was a co-worker and a friend. She will be missed.
Beth McCoy
June 6, 2014
Ms. Lough will forever be one of my daughter's teachers. Her love for learning and compassion for others was contagious. May her family be comforted by the wonderful memories.
Amita Kapoor
June 6, 2014
Dear Cindy:
So sorry to hear about your loss, my sympathies and prayers are with you and the family. May her soul rest in peace and may God give you all the strength to bear her loss.
With deepest sympathy
Amita
Elaine Kolodny
June 6, 2014
Howard and I are so sorry. I felt that Debbie was my girlfriend and always looked forward to catching up with her at all the Marks' family occasions. She was such a warm, open, friendly person who I so enjoyed spending time with. And she was a great cook -- I will now treasure the recipes I have gotten from her over the years. Our hearts go out to the Lough and Marks' families.
With love,
Christine Sobinovsky
June 6, 2014
We are saddened to hear of Mrs. Lough's passing. She was my daughter's 3rd grade teacher at Tuscarora Elementary and was an awesome role model. For a time, I was her classroom's Read-a-Loud mom. I was thrilled to know that she went back to Gifted teaching.
May she rest in peace, but always watch over her family and friends.
Jennifer Dirting Higginbotham
June 6, 2014
Debbie was not only a wonderful teacher to me but later became a well respected co-worker. May she rest in peace and be remembered always by her family and friends for the amazing woman that she was....
Showing 1 - 14 of 14 results
917 Cemetery Road, Martinsburg, WV 25404
Make a Donation
in Deborah Lough's name
How to support Deborah's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Deborah Lough's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
