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Deborah A Anderson of Newark, Ohio passed away on February 28, 2026
She was born on October 1st, 1959, in Columbus, Ohio and was the daughter of the late William P Anderson and Shirley (Rhymer) Anderson Curtis.
She was preceded in death by her father William P Anderson, Daughter Atosha Esteph (Tosha), Son Lewis Brooks (LB), Grandchild Kamiyah Washington, Nephews John E Anderson Jr. His wife Christina (Chaffin) Anderson, their son Landan Anderson.
Deborah worked for Masons Country Diner for many years before she retired due to health issues. She loved working there and had such great times with all the customers and her coworkers. She loved to collect Indian figurines, pictures, and dream catchers. She loved her tv shows. She would be quick to tell you to shhh if you were too loud while she was watching. LOL. She was a food critic. If she did not like it. She had no problem saying so. LOL
She showed compassion to those that needed help; family and friends. As she would help anyone if she were able to. She loved hanging out with her friends Miss Carmen and Miss Ann as they shared such great times together. Her spunky, sassy, bubbly, high spirited, and would tell you about yourselves personality will be truly missed.
She is survived by her Children Gary Mullins, Sandy Coey Anderson, Deborah R Esteph, Frederick R Esteph Jr, and Anthony Brooks (Tony). Her Mother Shirley (Rhymer) Anderson Curtis, Her brother John E Anderson. 25 Grandchildren and 16 Great Grandchildren.
A remembrance celebration for Deborah will be held at 42 Dorsey Mill Rd E on April 4th at 4:00pm.
We would like to say a special thank you to the owners, customers, and all staff at Big John’s Dining and Catering (Formally known as Masons Country Diner) for all donations collected to go towards the cost for mom's services.
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