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Deborah Low Obituary
Born February 2, 1956 in Seattle, WA, Debbie passed away on September 17, 2012 at the age of 56. She died of a viral lung infection after a 2 1/2 year battle with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and rheumatoid arthritis. Debbie had recently been accepted as a candidate in the lung transplant program of the UW Medical Center. She was the daughter of August and Virginia Engel. She obtained a B.A. in Sociology from the University of Washington after graduating from Rainier Beach High School. Her entire career Debbie pursued a passion for fashion and people in retail sales of women's clothing. Over the years she was employed by Frederick & Nelson and later Nordstrom's. In recent years she excelled at her profession for Chico's, first as a Manager at their West Seattle store and then as an Assistant Manager in Redmond, where she was usually their top seller. Debbie's other passions were nurturing relationships with family and a wide network of friends, and travel. She is survived by her brother Gregory Engel, MD, her nephew Gregory "Max" Engel, her niece Madeline Engel and a very large and loving extended family. She is also survived by her long-time loving companion, John J. Sullivan.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 22, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at Evergreen - Washelli, 11111 Aurora Avenue N., Seattle, followed by a graveside service at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation:
http://www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org/
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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John Sullivan
October 19, 2012
This appears to be a better link:
http://apps.facebook.com/my-memorials/wall.aspx?fbfid=0&pid=160001927
John Sullivan
October 17, 2012
Visited Deb's gravesite today for the first time exactly one month since the day she passed on. I miss her every day. The grave, still unmarked, with unsettled sod, seemed like an open wound. Ran into her good friend Jenny Herring there.
I have established a "My Memorials" page through Facebook to continue this Guest Book for Debbie.
http://apps.facebook.com/my-memorials/wall.aspx?fbfid=0&pid=160001927
John Sullivan
September 30, 2012
It amazes me how much of my day revolved around and depended upon her presence in my life. I miss her so much.
A tribute page has been established in her memory for those inclined and able to contribute to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, which is working toward better understanding, treatment and ultimately a cure of the relentless, vicious disease that cut her life so short.
http://pulmonaryfibrosis.donorpages.com/Tribute/DebbieLow/
The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
September 27, 2012
On behalf of the staff at the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation we offer our deepest condolences to the Low family. While this is a difficult time, please know that as a foundation we can offer support and information to your family as you move forward. We sincerely hope you will join the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation in the fight to permanently eliminate this disease.
Debbie at the Cathedral in Chartres
Debbie Low
September 22, 2012
Pat Slusser
September 21, 2012
So sorry to hear of this tragic death. IPF is a cruel disease and one that needs to be eliminated. I lost my beautiful 46 year old daughter nearly 4 years ago - she was at the top of the transplant list after struggling with the disease for over seven years. Her body just wore out. Love and prayers are with you.
Susan Priem
September 20, 2012
In loving memory of an accomplished, personable woman, whom I got to know over the years at holiday and family gatherings. Debbie always had a humorous, upbeat attitude and was a good conversationalist. I looked forward to her stories about work and her life, and benefited from her insight and support in times of need. I am saddened by our loss. My sincerest sympathy to our families and friends.
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