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Debra A. Gagliardo - Phillips, 59, passed away on September 26, 2023 at the Reading Hospital in West Reading Township. She was born Wednesday March 25, 1964 to Dennis Paul Phillips and Margaret Ann Evans in Lebanon, Pennsylvania. Debra loved the outdoors and enjoyed camping with her husband at Blue Mountain Lakes. She also was a Harley Davidson enthusiast and loved to go riding whenever she could. She is survived by her beloved husband Brian V. Gagliardo; Children Cory Phillips and partner Amanda Kercher, Alicia Miller and spouse Stephen J Miller, II.; Step-Children Jen, Brandi, Britt, and Brian Jr.; Grandchildren Saydie Readinger and Brylee Miller; and Siblings Jeff Phillips, Rob Phillips and partner Donna O'Donnell. Debra is predeceased by her faithful, furry companions Thor and Finn. A Viewing will be held at Christman's Funeral Home, Inc. on Thursday, October 5, 2023 starting at 10:00 AM and ending at 12:00 PM. Interment will take place at Grand View Memorial Park, Annville, immediately following the viewing.
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