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DEBRA CAVANAUGH
OTTAWA — Debra Ann Cavanaugh, 58, of Ottawa, died 6:40, a.m., Saturday, March 4, 2017 at her residence.
She was born May 28, 1958 in Lima to Karl and Anna Mae (Ellerbrock) Morman of Ottawa. On November 24, 1978, she married Gregory Cavanaugh who survives in Ottawa.
Also surviving are two children : Michelle (Paul) Maag of Glandorf and Scott Cavanaugh of New Albany; two grandchildren: Chase Maag and Brooklynn Maag; four siblings: Vicky (Steve) Barlage of Glandorf, Lisa (Mark) Ellerbrock of Ottawa, Mark (Stacy) Morman of Ottawa and Amy (Dave) Birkemeier of Glandorf.
She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Adalynn Maag.
Debra worked in the produce department at Kohls Market in Ottawa. She was a 1977 graduate of Ottawa-Glandorf High School. She enjoyed grilling and bonfires. Deb loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and her dog Skooter.
A Mass of Christian Burial will begin 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 7, 2017 at SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Ottawa with Fr. Rick Friebel officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. Monday at Love Funeral Home, Ottawa.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Putnam County Cancer Assistance Program (CAP) or Putnam County Hospice.
Condolences may be expressed at: www.lovefuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Chase Maag
July 5, 2021
We all miss u grandma debbie
March 9, 2017
Greg - So sorry for your loss. I will say a prayer for your family. Tonia Johnston
Gerry Geise
March 6, 2017
Greg, My deepest sympathy and my sincerest prayers hoping they comfort you and your family through this difficult time.
Lori Lovell Kohn
March 6, 2017
I am so sorry this happened. She was such a fun person and loved her laugh. Being cousins it was always a pleasure to talk to her when I seen her whenever I came back home. Prayers to the whole family. God Bless you all.
Deepest sympathies
Tammy Foley
March 6, 2017
Sorry for you loss Amy! My prayers and thoughts are going out to you and your family.
Dave Michel
March 6, 2017
Sorry to here about your loss. Prayers for your family!
Comforting Words
March 5, 2017
May you find the courage to face tomorrow in the love that surrounds you today.
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