Morast, Deborah A. (nee Conner), of Buffalo, entered into rest on October 12, 2025. Beloved mother of James Mims, Tyshawn (Kasima) Mims, Latasha (Michael) West, Iesha Conner and Lakeisha Conner; cherished grandmother of 16 and great-grandmother of 5; loving daughter of Alvin Sr. and the late Clara (nee Nixon) Conner; dear sister of Darlene (Jim) Dumas, Alvin Washington, Michele Gibson, Yvette Mims, Denise Brady, Alvina Conner, Victor (Sherry) Conner, Vincent (Betty) Conner, Vikki Womack, Crystal Conner and Hollise Henning; also survived by nieces, nephews, extended family and a host of friends. Relatives and friends may visit House of Mercy Ministries, 629 E. Delavan Ave. Buffalo on Saturday, 10/18 from 9-10am. A funeral service will immediately follow. Condolences may be made on this page.
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