Deborah A. Jeffries
Deborah A. Jeffries
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Deborah was born on October 28, 1953, in Peoria, a daughter of Edward John "Bud" and Betty Ruth (Dunton) Flynn. She married William Eugene "Gene" Jeffries on July 18, 1984. He preceded her in death on March 6, 2022, in Buckeye, AZ.
Deborah is survived by their son, Jake P. (Taryn) Jeffries of Chandler, AZ and grandsons, Aiden and Cole, and two sisters, Nancy (Peter) Ghighi of Peoria and Karen (David) Blumenshine of Pekin and one brother, Parick (Darlene) Flynn of East Peoria, as well as many nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, one nephew, Christopher John Flynn and one niece, Bethany Ann Patton.
Debroah worked at Proctor Hospital in admitting and billing for many years. Deb and Gene attended St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Peoria Heights. She was a member of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, where she also served as past president. She liked to make jewelry, enjoyed bowling and golfing. She was loved by her friends for her generosity and helpful spirit. She had a passion for flowers and birds and was a gracious hostess.
Memorial Mass will be at St. Thomas Catholic Church at 10:00 AM on Saturday, November 15, 2025. Msgr. Jason Gray will officiate and burial of ashes will follow at Resurrection Cemetery in Peoria, IL.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians.
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Judy A Troxell
Yesterday
My heart aches for her family. Debbie "Peaches" was an amazing woman. We golfed and bowled together for many years prior to.their move to be with her son and his family. I will keep everyone in my prayers.
Vicky @ Jim VanBruwaene
Yesterday
Debb is and will be my Best Friend forever. We knew each other for more than 50 years. We laughed together and we cried together. She was the sister that I never had. I will miss her so much. She is the kindest, sweetest, and generous person you would ever meet. She had so many friends that absolutely loved her. Her family loved her so. They were always there for her when she needed them. We send our love and prayers to all that loved her. She will never be forgotten. There will never be another person as beautiful and kind as Debb. She will always be in my heart forever.Vicky & Jim VanBruwaene
Danielle Thomas
November 4, 2025
Omg!, it our sadness to here our friend Deb has gone home to be with the Lord. Our condolences to her family.
Danielle Thomas
November 4, 2025
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Lynn Dempsey
November 4, 2025
On behalf of the Academy of Our Lady and Spalding Institute Class of 1971, we extend our deepest sympathy to Debbie´s family and friends. She will be missed and we are grateful we could call her our friend.
Phyllis Kipp
November 4, 2025
I am saddened! Greater than a dozen years ago Debbie was a part of a ladies golf league many of us enjoyed! Oh how she love golf and added so much joy to the time spent together. God´s Peace to all who loved her!
Diane Robinsondj re
November 4, 2025
So sorry to hear this. Debbie was always full of laughter and joy. I worked with Debbie at Proctor for many years and spent many after work hours with both Debbie and Gene. They would always visit with me when they came to AZ. Many great memories .
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