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Debra Mattern Obituary

Mattern, Debra A. 58 of Highland, IL, died January 02, 2014; the daughter of Martin Brown, Roxana, IL and Ruth Brown (nee Jones), Highland, IL; mother of Thomas (Sarah) Mattern, Wildwood, MO; Sharon Sherri (Josh) O'Toole, Highland, IL and Kelly (Robert) Clark, Granite City, IL; fiancée of Timothy McBride, Highland, IL; grandmother of seven; and a sister of Barbara (Terry) Rehagen, St Louis, MO. Services: Celebration Of Life: 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Saturday, January 11, 2014, at VFW Post # 5694 in Highland, IL 62249 (1900 VFW Road). Arrangements are being handled by Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, Illinois (www.spengel-boulanger.com) Memorial contributions may be made to National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation.
Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Jan. 5, 2014.

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Scott Phillips

January 10, 2014

I always remember Debbie for her kindness and hospitality. She always made sure there was more than enough food and that everyone was well fed. She will be missed greatly. May peace be with you.

Sippel Family

January 7, 2014

Tommy, Sarah and the rest of the Mattern family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Debbie was a great lady and always had a smile on her face. She cherished her family. Just know she is at peace now.

Molly McBride

January 6, 2014

In loving Memory of Debbie Mattern, may she rest in peace. She will be dearly missed and never forgotten.

Molly McBride

January 6, 2014

Debbie was an exceptional woman who will be dearly missed. She loved Tim, her children, her grandchildren and her family so very much and dedicated her life to them. Anybody that knew Debbie, knew this about her, undoubtedly. Debbie was the hardest working woman I have ever known. I will cherish the memories of her forever and think of her fondly. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I am so sorry for your loss.

Sincerely,
Molly McBride

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