Deborah Jane Deutsch

Aunt Debbie was a very special person in our lives. I don´t know many people who had the kind of close relationship and friendship that I had with my aunt. We were incredibly close and are deeply saddened by her sudden passing.

We´re so grateful for the memories we made together, including our Caribbean vacations with her and our late Uncle Peter, and for the more than 20 years they lived near us in SW Florida, which allowed us to share so many visits and holidays.

She was there for my baby showers, Max´s and Jake´s Christenings (and was Jake´s godmother), birthdays, and so many meaningful moments. Aunt Debbie was smart, compassionate, generous, and always shared wisdom and empathy-especially when I needed it most while caring for my mom during her dementia journey.

We love and miss you very much.

Debbie was my stepmom. Throughout my life, she was like a second mom. Although she did not have kids, she was good with kids. Her generosity, sense of humor and chocolate chip cookies always made my visits to see her and my dad a ton of fun. And she was so smart! During the summer before I started 10th grade, Debbie helped me prepare for a geometry class that I would take in the fall. It was a great help.
Many years later, as my father dealt with Alzheimer´s, Debbie was his steadfast guardian and caregiver who made sure his final years were as good as they could be.
Sending my love and best wishes to Rick, Debra and the whole Markham family.

I am so saddened to hear about Debbie's passing. She was a great supervisor at JCP and friend in general. Attached is a photo of us on a cruise to Alaska in May 2024.
My sincerest condolences to family and friends.

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.