Deborah Jean Sullivan

Deborah Jean Sullivan obituary, Omaha, NE

Deborah Jean Sullivan

Deborah Sullivan Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by John A. Gentleman Mortuaries - 72nd Street Chapel on Jun. 2, 2024.

Deborah Jean Sullivan, age 69 of Omaha, passed away May 30, 2024.

While Debbie’s family will miss her dearly, they find comfort in knowing she is no longer suffering. She will be forever remembered by her granddaughter, McKenna, who was the joy of her life. There are also many memories of horseback riding, oldies karaoke and playing spades. She also never turned down an opportunity to dine out or just spend some time in hanging out with her cat, Lily.

Preceded in death by her parents, Joyce & Raymond Sullivan; stepfather, John Peterson; sister, Kathleen Armstrong.

Survived by daughter, Barbara Sullivan (Adam Shank); granddaughter, McKenna; siblings, Linda Brisby, Paul Sullivan, Jacqueline (Robert) Myers, Walter Peterson; nieces & nephews, Shane Taylor, Brandon Hall, Kelly Dudley, Theresa Briggs, Joyce Dinnetz, Kimberly Brown, Brandy Walz, Traci Farrington, Dawn Armstrong; special friend, Barbara Hickey; feline bestie, Lily and many other family and friends.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

John A. Gentleman Mortuaries - 72nd Street Chapel

1010 North 72nd Street, Omaha, NE 68114

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