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Debra Ann Yarnall

1959 - 2016

BORN

1959

DIED

2016

Debra Yarnall Obituary

Name: Memorial service for Debra Ann Yarnall
Start: 2016-12-17T19:00:00.000Z
Location: St. Perpetua Catholic Church

Debra Ann Yarnall
April 21, 1959 - Dec. 2, 2016
Resident of Lafayette
Debra was born in Santa Cruz, on April 21, 1959 and was the family rock, always highly involved in the lives of her sons. Continuously active in the community, schools, and proudly served as Cub Scout Den mother.
Debra is survived by her Husband Robert Smeyne, Children Giovanni Yarnall & Nicholas Yarnall, Brothers Ronald Yarnall & Kenneth Yarnall, Father Thomas Joiner.
Memorial Services will be 11:00am Saturday 12/17/16 at St. Perpetua Catholic Church (3454 Hamlin Road Lafayette, CA 94549).
Any Memorials may be given to Ovarian Cancer research.
The family of Debra Yarnall wishes to extend our sincere thanks to the Doctors & Nurses of Alta Bates Cancer center in Berkeley.

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Published by Santa Cruz Sentinel on Dec. 11, 2016.

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16 Entries

Long Lost Friend

February 7, 2018

Something made me google your name today. That's when it hit me in the face. As I sit here typing with tears in my eyes, I realize how short life really is. I am so sorry Debbie, for not being there for you. I let life get in the way and now I can never get back what is now lost. I think about you often about how good you were to me and I really appreciated all that you did. Im just sorry that I cannot tell you. I will met you again someday in Heaven but until then Chow! Love you!

Kat Gray

December 2, 2017

Its been one year since you went to Heaven. I sure do miss our chats...i Love you and miss you SO much...until we meet again...
Bunny Kat

Kat Gray

December 19, 2016

Love you and miss you SO much! Keep looking for your Christmas card.... So sad... Praying for Robert and the boys and Family ❤❤❤

Remembering Debbie

Ron Morehen

December 17, 2016

Kat Gray

December 17, 2016

Debra (Ann) you will be missed SO much by so many people who Love you. You were a beautiful, sweet, funny and kind woman who was a true warrior! I close my eyes and can still see your gorgeous sparkling eyes, beautiful smile and I can hear your laughter. I am lucky to be someone who has so many wonderful memories of you and us and I'm forever thankful to God for choosing me to be a life long friend of yours. You were a fantastic Mom to your boys and your Love for your husband,Robert, was eternal and immeasurable. Love like this never dies.
My prayers of Love and strength to your dear family and fellow friends who were so lucky to have known you. I Love you SO much and always will. See you on the other side, until then enjoy all of your Heaven sweetie as you sure did earn you wings!
Tammy, Brooke and I did our own private celebration of your life yesterday. But I don't have to tell you that, as I felt you were there with us❤I LOVE YOU!

Ron Morehen

December 17, 2016

With great sadness I just learned of Debbie's passing and it leaves me a heavy heart. I will always remember her with fond and loving memories, she was a very special lady and a beautiful soul.
She will be missed by all those whose lives she touched.
I know God has plans for her in Heaven
My sincere condolences to all her family and friends.
May God bless her and may she forever,
Rest in Peace.

Dennis Dodson

December 15, 2016

Lord hear our Prayers!

December 15, 2016

Debra, you brought so much light to every ones life you touched, your smile , the sparkle of your eyes , and how that sudden glance from you could make ones day ! I was very fortunate to have been one of those and I will cherish our memories the rest of my days! Till we meet again my dear friend ! Ramiro Casillas

Nicole Steen

December 14, 2016

To my loving family,
When I was younger I always wanted to be just like Debra. She was so beautiful always dressed beautiful and I could never figure out how she could wear her high heels. When she walked into a room you new it. I couldn't wait for Thanksgiving knowing I would get to see her and brag to my friends when she pulled up in her black vet!
My heart and prayers go out to cousins Ronnie, Kenny, Geovanni and Nicholas. Loving you always, Nicole

The FTD Faithful Blessings Bouquet VASE INCLUDED

Dennis Dodson

Sent Flowers

Ron Yarnall

December 11, 2016

Goodbye our loving Sister, we will both miss our talks, debates and banters and the sharing of all of our family's successes and failures. Your absence will leave a void that is impossible to fill, as the rest of us try and move forward. Our only comfort is the thought that you are at peace with Mom in heaven and that we may see you both again in the future. You always wanted the best for us and your motivation pushed us to be better and become all that we are. We will miss the reality of you just being there to call and coach us. Even now we are sorting events and favorite moments and have realized that our lives will now be measured in before and after. Those that knew you were very lucky; your personality, love and drive has enriched their lives, and that those who didn't have missed out.

Debra's zest for life was evident in all that she did. Coming from a military family meant her early years were spent traveling much of the country. Residency included: Hayward, Lemoore and Alameda CA, Newfoundland Canada and Norfolk Virginia before calling Cincinnati, Ohio her home for many years where she made lifelong friends as a Playboy Bunny (Bunny Ann). She later returned to California to complete her degree and be closer to family.

Debra graduated from California State University, then pursued her career as a paralegal with the Law firm of Whiting, Fallon, Ross & Abel for 32 years.
She was proud of her family's heritage and was a member of the Sons of Italy. She faithfully cared for family and friends, never missing the opportunity to send hand written cards and delicious cooking/baking from scratch including the best ever Grandma's Christmas biscotti.

Debra loved to dance, write, read, pray, bowl, hike, play games and cards, visit fairs and participate in outdoor activities especially with her children. She was always conversing with family and friends, and people she met while pursuing her passion for travel. Her home was always one of the most festive and decorated holiday houses on the block for all to enjoy.

Goodbye Debbie, we will carry you with us every day in our hearts and prayers, as we have been blessed to be part of your life.
Love always
Kenny & Ronnie

Marianna Santana

December 11, 2016

With a broken heart, I grieve the loss of my best friend in the whole world. Adventures, yes we had many. Memories, thank goodness there were years of them. She was one of a kind, and I definitely learned so much about life from her. It is a huge loss to lose this very special person in my life. There is not enough room in this space to write about what a wonderful person, presence, and family member she was...she was the rock! Through her, I have two very special life long friends to continue the bond that we all share with Debra.

Debra, you will live in my heart forever. I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU SO MUCH.

Blessings to her husband, Robert who stood by her every inch of the journey. And my love to Ron and Kenny, Giovanni and Nicholas.

Tamara Beaty-Shipman

December 10, 2016

My heart is breaking, our dear sweet Debra Ann will be missed. We had sooo many wonderful times! Creating memories for a lifetime. My thoughts and prayers are with all whose lives she touched and were blessed to know her!!

December 9, 2016

Dear Ronnie and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Debra Ann was so beautiful inside and out and will be so missed. My prayers for you, your family and friends. Love Linda Williams (Bunny Lin)

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