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Debra Gerber Obituary

Debra M.

Gerber

Debbi passed away on December 21, 2015.

She was preceded in death by her father, John Gerber. Debbi is survived by her mother, Merle J. Dressel; sisters, Laurie Gerber, Janelle Miller; brother, Mike Gerber; and nieces, Madyson and Maliya.

At her request, cremation has taken place and there will be no services. For those who wish to do so, Debbi has requested donations be made to the family c/o Donovan Bagnoli Funeral Home, 17 Southwest Ave, Tallmadge, Ohio 44278. We love you sissy, may you find comfort and peace in the arms of Jesus.



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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Dec. 24, 2015.

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Mike Petzker

August 5, 2025

I wish I would´ve stayed in touch.....See you again someday

Mary Dalton

December 18, 2019

Hey Deb,
Thinking of you & Kimbo!♥♥

Amy Miller

December 31, 2015

Aunt Merle,Laurie,Mike and Janelle I'm so sorry to hear about Debbie. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless

Laurie (Ringkor) McKeivier

December 28, 2015

Laurie, Mike and Janelle, I am so so sorry for the loss of Debi. My heart breaks for all of you including your mom. I know how hard it is to lose a sibling and for a mother to put to rest her own child. I think of you all daily. Sending loving thoughts to you all. I am glad I was able to see her and enjoy her company at the reunion of the decades a few years back. We had so much fun and made lots of great memories.

Mary D

December 27, 2015

Rest In Peace Debbi!

Anna Ahern

December 26, 2015

To the Gerber family: I was so sad to hear about Deb. We had alot of good times that I'll never forget and smile every time I think of her. Prayers to all for the days ahead and my deepest sympathy.

laurie locascio

December 25, 2015

Laurie and Family, I am so very sorry about Debbie. I pray that she is at peace now. Love, Laurie LoCascio

Sue Fought McQuillen

December 24, 2015

So sorry for your loss, Deb and I shared great times.She will be missed.

Debbie Bednar

December 24, 2015

To the Gerber family,

So many fond memories of Debbie. We all hope she finds peace in the after-life.

With love The Bednar Famiky

Vicki Graham

December 24, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that we are praying for you all- love you Laurie.Vicki and Bubba Graham

The Staff of Donovan Funeral Home

December 24, 2015

We appreciate you trusting us with the care of your loved one at this difficult time.

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