Debra Spera Obituary
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She was born on July 18, 1959, to Michael E. and Catherine L. (Evans) Gulish in Kittanning. Debra worked in the meat department at Dimaio's Market. She was a member of St. Mary, Mother of God Church, Yatesboro. Deb enjoyed shopping, going on trips with family and friends, taking walks and reading.
Debra is survived by her husband, Guy Spera,III; whom she married 4/22/1989; two brothers, Michael (Charlotte) Gulish of Rural Valley and Thomas (Christinia) Gulish of Yatesboro; brother-in-law, William (Tricia) Spera of Rural Valley; sister-in-law, Anna Spera of Rural Valley; her beloved dog, Bella; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Ronald J. Gulish; 2 sisters, Lucinda and Helen Gulish; brother-in-law, Clifford Ankney; and a niece, Monica Gulish.
Visitation will be held Sunday, May 18, 2025, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Carson/Boyer Funeral Home, Inc. 724 W. Main St. Rural Valley, PA.
A Blessing Service will be held on Monday, May 19, 2025, 11:00 am, from the Funeral Home.
Interment will take place in the St. Mary R.C. Cemetery - Yatesboro.
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