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Debra Moriarty Obituary
Debra Lynn Moriarty, 68, of Washington, died on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, in Washington Hospital.
She was born on August 25, 1954, in Washington, a daughter of Paul Baumgardner, of Washington, and the late Helen Kelly Baumgardener. Debra was a graduate of McGuffey High School.
Mrs. Moriarty retired from Ferro Corporation (Drakenfeld), following 29 years of working in the accounts payable department.
A master gardener, Debra was the two-time winner of the Washington County Beautification Award for her incredible garden.
She loved going riding with her husband, Buck, on their Harley-Davidson motorcycle, and she enjoyed crafting.
A kind, generous, compassionate soul, Debra gave to anyone in need.
Debra loved her pet Beagles, Judas and Sally.
On September 29, 1990, she married Byron G. "Buck" Moriarty, who survives. Also surviving is a son, Jason J. (Kris) Whipkey, of Washington; her sister, Kim (Bill) Alderson; a step-grandchild, Sierra (Teddy) Roberts; a step-great-grandchild, Rhiannon Roberts; and her brother-in-law, Rodney Maze; a nephew, Rod; and a niece, Jenny.
Deceased are two siblings, Judy (Joey) Oliverio, and Pam Maze.
At the request of the deceased, there will be no public services.
Arrangements are entrusted to William G. Neal Funeral Homes, Ltd., 925 Allison Avenue, Washington.
Online guest book is available at www.NealFuneralHome.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Deb (Hardway) Thomas
October 23, 2022
So sorry for your loss...Debbie was a good ol' gal !! Lots of memories growing up with her...my 1st time roller skating was with her...riding horses & driving the " pink bomb" ...RIP my friend ! Take care Paul !
Mike and Char
October 22, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Deb will be missed. From Mike, Char, and Family.
Norma Stanley
October 22, 2022
I knew all of you girls . We rode the school bus together. But being such close dear friends with Violet Byers for many years I feel like I have know you even better. Your mother Honey was a dear friend also.
Know that I pray for peace and love for all of you. But with the Understanding that we will all be together once again in heaven.
All my love and DEEPEST Sympathy to each of you. Debbie Loved you all VERY MUCH, this I know!!!!! Take care of Aunt Vizzie (Violet) . She is Heart broken I know.
Norma Stanley from Oneonta, Alabama.
Norma ( Calvert) Stanley
October 22, 2022
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
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