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Deborah Spain Obituary
Deborah Anne Spain, of Warwick, NY passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on September 25, 2015. She was 51 years old. Born on October 22, 1963 in Queens, NY, she was the daughter of Rita J. (Barron) Simone and the late Joseph Barney Simone. She was married to Matthew P. Spain. Deborah was a Vice President in retail with Redcats USA in New York City and Boston, MA. A member of St. Stephen Church in Warwick, she was active in the church, school and community. She was also a member of the Warwick Valley Country Club. A family statement reads: "Deb's house was always open to all, she loved to entertain. Deb could whip up a gourmet dinner with just a few simple ingredients. Holiday gatherings were some of her favorite events, filled with love for family and friends, and of course Deb's infectious laugh." Deborah is survived by her husband, Matthew P. Spain; her mother, Rita J. Simone; her children: Darius J. (Darry) Spain, Rita R. Spain, and Thomas M. Spain, all at home; her sisters: Michele M. Callaghan of Longmeadow, MA and Laura A. Callaghan and her husband Daniel of Warwick; her brothers: Joseph B. Simone of Galloway, NJ and Christopher J. Simone of Weston, CT. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be on Tuesday, September 29th, from 2-4 & 7-9 pm at Lazear-Smith & Vander Plaat Memorial Home, 17 Oakland Ave., Warwick. Funeral Mass will be at 11:00 am on Wednesday at Our Lady of Assumption RC Church, 98 Riverside Ave., Westport, CT, followed by interment in Willowbrook Cemetery, 395 Main St., Westport, CT. Memorial donations may be made to Brian Ahearn Children's Fund, PO Box 550, Warwick, NY 10990 For further information, directions or to send an online condolence, see www.lsvpmemorialhome.com
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Barb LaPilusa
October 3, 2015
Matt,
So so sad to hear the news. I am so sorry I could not be there for the wake or funeral.I have such great memories about me, Deb and Lisa at Marist college. I feel honored to have spent four years with her. She was always so funny and bright. Love that girl. She will be dearly missed. Love, Barb
Jess Giovanello
October 2, 2015
Matt, we are so sorry for you and your families loss. I instantly connected with Deb at our house in Scituate, what a special woman. I'm so happy you got to spend the week there as a family last summer. All our love. The Giovanello's.
October 1, 2015
Peace and love.
Aunt Rie and Uncle Bob
Anita Fabian
October 1, 2015
Matt - I wasn't able to spend much time with you at the funeral and couldn't fully express my sorrow. Debbie was such a bright light and a wonderful spirit. Her light will live on in you and your children. Though I didn't see you both often you both have always held a spot in my heart
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Edward Dennehy
September 30, 2015
Dear Matt and family,
Extremely sorry to hear about the passing of Deb. Special memories of great times together will always be remembered as well as her smile. Peace and prayers
September 30, 2015
Matt, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your familiy at this difficult time. Deb was a beautiful person who will never be forgotten.
Bert, Maureen, Zachary, and Olivia Lanza
Kristen Caterson Hardiman
September 30, 2015
Matt - I am so very sorry about the passing of Debbie. May all the wonderful memories you have of her help you thru this most difficult time. Sending you and your children a huge hug.
Lisa Wolsch Rousseau
September 30, 2015
Dear Matt-
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your wife Deb. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your kids and your extended family. I'm just so sorry.
Jeannette Walsh
September 30, 2015
Heartfelt condolences to you, Matt, and your kids from the Walsh family. May the memories you hold of Deborah help you through this very sad time.
Stephen Costantino
September 30, 2015
To Matt and the kids, I'm sorry for your loss. Deb was a beautiful women with a great spirit! She will be missed!
Janet, Frank, & Janelle Rodriguez
September 30, 2015
Dear Matt and family,
we were very sorry to hear about Deb. Even though you moved from Rockland, we still could "see" Deb roller-blading throughout the neighborhood at all times of day (and night)! We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
September 29, 2015
Matt, I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your beautiful Deb...
Lynda Merullo Robinson
Catherine Spain
September 29, 2015
Heartfelt condolences going out to Matt and children on the loss of the beautiful Debbie Spain.
MJ
September 29, 2015
Matt - So sorry to hear of the passing of your wife. May the memories you hold dear to your heart get your through this difficult time.
Missy Alward
September 29, 2015
We had a few good years as good friends back in the '80's, and a wonderful trip backpacking across Europe. What fun you were! Will never forget you!
Laurie Silverio
September 29, 2015
Seeing Debbie's beautiful face and smile immediately brought me back to sharing great times with her working at Redcats USA. Debbie brought a warm light with her every place she went. Her smile was sincere, her laugh contagious and her love of life and her family was truly inspiring. My love and sincerest condolences.
Gretchen,Kevin,Matt,Nora and Jimmy Kelly
September 28, 2015
You filled everyone with love and laughter. We will cherish all of the great times we had together. Be at peace.
September 28, 2015
I worked with Debbie for several years. She had so much good spirit that it would just fill the room. An amazing sense of humor and a heart of gold. She will live forever in her loved ones hearts. Sincerely, Nancy Schmid.
Liz Saviolakis
September 28, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Deb at Jessica London. She was my boss but most importantly a friend and a great mentor. I was always impressed with her incredible positive attitude. She had tenacity and strength that I will never forget.
She loved her family and always was telling great stories about her kids. I miss hearing her laugh but I will keep her alive in my heart. Lots of love to you and the family. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Olivia Roberts
September 28, 2015
Knowing Deb personally and professionally were both a pleasure and a privilege. Her smile and infectious laughter were gifts that I will remember and cherish always. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time.
Therese Dena
September 28, 2015
What a remarkable woman. Deb and I became instant friends at Avenue and remained forever friends. Your wife, mom, daughter, sister loved you all very much and told me just that EVERYDAY!She is an inspiration and my hero. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
September 28, 2015
Dear Matthew and family: My deepest condolences. Prayers to you and your family at this difficult time. xo Kelly Corcoran
Judith Fabian
September 28, 2015
Dear Matt and children. There are no words thar can comfort you right now. Ut please know Deb will remain alive in you hearts and minds forever. She was a vivacious and sweet person. She will be missed.
Judith Fabian
September 28, 2015
Dear Matt and children. There really are no words that will comfort you right now, but please know Deb will be alive and just as vivacious in your heart forever. She was a sweet and caring person. She will be missed.
Carole Hussey-Bendell
September 28, 2015
Matt I am so sorry for you and the kids loss, Deb was an extraordinary person, her smile and laugh was so welcoming and her heart was just huge. She will be missed and Amber, Brooke and I send our thoughts and prayers to you, Darry, Rita and Thomas.
September 28, 2015
We will cherish and hold close all of our memories of 27 years of a friendship that we have been so Blessed and Grateful to have, Debbie was a gift to our entire family. We love you all, Dan, Sherry, Jack, Ben and Daniel.
September 28, 2015
Matt, my deepest condolences to you and your family.
sincerely, Dave Barese.
Susan Patton (Pane)
September 28, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. We will always remember Debbie's beautiful smile that lit up an entire room. Heaven has another angel. When you look up into the sky and find a star giving off a special glow, we will all know it's Debbie, shining down upon us. Rest in peace sweet Debbie.
Chris Pante
September 27, 2015
I am deeply sorry Matt for your loss....
Linda Kovacs
September 27, 2015
Thoughts and prayers are with you all! May your precious time together be held close to your hearts forever.
Lauri & Mike
September 27, 2015
Peace forever.
Lenny Denenberg
September 27, 2015
The earthly world lost a wonderful person, your smile and laugh will remain with me forever Deb. Rest perfectly in the comfort of Christ. Love Lenny & Adrianne
lisa porter
September 27, 2015
A beautiful and kind woman. I always admired Debbie's sweet disposition in High School. She was truly a friend to all :)
Cindy Audino-Karney
September 27, 2015
Debbie and I spent all 4 years together at Weston High School. She had a brilliant smile, always laughing, always kind. She was truly beautiful inside and out. We ran into each other once in a while long after graduation and she was still as beautiful and vibrant. May her spirit live on in all of us I will never forget my friend.
Darry and Barb Spain
September 27, 2015
Debbie was the best sister-in-law we could have had. A great mom, our lives are changed forever. We will cherish her memory always.
Ken Feldstein
September 27, 2015
God Bless
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