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Deborah Koenig Obituary
HOLDEN - Deborah A. Koenig, 53, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 4, 2015 in the presence of her loving family at UMass Memorial Medical Center, University Campus in Worcester. Born in Southbridge and raised in Oxford, Deb was the daughter of Ronald P. and Roetta (Allard) Houle and lived 28 years in Holden.
She leaves her husband and best friend of 30 years, Bruce S. Koenig, Sr.; their daughters, Lindley M. Koenig and Lauren E. Koenig of Holden, and step-son, Bruce S. Koenig, Jr. of Maryland; three brothers, Michael R. Houle of Florida, Marc R. Houle of Nevada and Donald A. Houle of New Jersey; a sister, Monique R. Houle of Massachusetts; a long-time friend since the sixth grade, Theresa M. (Jones) Callahan of Auburn; several grandchildren including Deven and Hunter Koenig.
Deb graduated from Oxford High School in 1979. She later received her bachelor's degree from Anna Maria College and a master's degree from Springfield College. Deb dedicated her career to caring for Elders, Mental Health patients and substance abuse clients. She passionately embraced her work and will be remembered by her co-workers and clients for her intelligence, warmth and kindness.
Deb was considered the "project manager" at home. Once a home renovation was close to completion, she was already planning her next project with the expectation of full family participation. In her spare time, Deb could be found sewing, card making, taking weekend road trips with friends and family, or maintaining her thriving vegetable garden.
She was a devoted wife, mother, sister and friend. Deb was a strong woman, stubborn at times, gentle but direct and had an amazing sense of humor. She taught her daughters the importance of family, kindness, tolerance, generosity, forgiveness and love. Her contagious smile and inviting spirit will be missed by those who were graced to have known her.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Deb's family from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 8, at the Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main Street, Holden followed by a funeral service celebrating her life at 4 p.m. In honoring Deb's request, anyone wishing to make donations, may either register with the National Marrow Donor Program, www.bethematch.org, donate blood and platelets to UMass Blood Donor Center, 55 Lake Ave. North, Worcester, MA 01655, or make donations to the Adam Bullen Memorial Foundation, 24 Charlton Street, Oxford, MA 01540. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please visit
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Memories and Condolences
for Deborah Koenig
Meaghan
December 21, 2021
Miss you still.
Meaghan O'Donnell
March 27, 2015
Deb, we lost touch awhile back and I'm so sorry we never reconnected. You're a wonderful person and always taught me to chase my dreams. Your love for your family was refreshing and your will and drive to help others is an example to everyone. To debs family I'm so sorry about your loss
Lois Moore & Hilary Doyle
March 14, 2015
Bruce, Lynley, Lauren and family,
We are so sad to hear of Deb's passing. We both loved Deb's smile & laugh and remember her visits to Mailboxes Etc like it was yesterday. Our thoughts are with you.
Barb French
March 10, 2015
Lauren and family...I'm so sorry for your loss
teresa rafferty
March 9, 2015
I am so sorry about Deb ..I loved when she worked for me ,and was here to remind me that pregnant women can be a little off..she was a force in my practice..and a love when I had the baby..
teresa rafferty
Collette Gage
March 9, 2015
Rest in Peace Deb, I will miss you. Enjoy your new travel as an angel! May you have just as much fun above, as you did here. Safe traveling. I will miss our quilt talks.
Diane Servant
March 8, 2015
Our deepest sympathies to Deb's family. We are thinking about you as we cannot be there. We're assured that Deb is with her Dad and Aunt Lil.
March 8, 2015
our deepest sympathy to debs family she was a great kid growing up god be with you deb . russ&judy caissie
Mark, Linda and Emily
March 8, 2015
Bruce, Lindley, and Lauren, our deepest sympathies to you and your family. May your loving memories comfort you today and always. Whether we were making soap, cleaning houses or camping, Deb always provided humor and love to the moment. She has left an imprint in our lives we will carry forever.
Rest in peace sweet friend.
March 8, 2015
I am sadden to hear of Deb's passing. She was one of a kind. Loving, caring and oh so funny. My deepest condolences to Bruce, Lindley, Lauren and the rest of the family. May she rest in peace.
Laura P.
Bonnie
March 7, 2015
Rest in peace Deb.
Jeanne Gonthier
March 7, 2015
Rest in Peace Deb. My coworker who always had a way of making people's day a little bit brighter. We all really really miss you. Peace and Love to your family.
Betsey Kalat Harvey
March 7, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Doug Madaga
March 7, 2015
My thoughts and prayers to Deb's family and friends.
Rachel (Gagne) Laythe
March 7, 2015
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
sandy szynal
March 6, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jim and Amy Metcalf
March 6, 2015
Her life will live on in your memories. May your god give you peace in this time of sorrow.
Ashley Craigen
March 6, 2015
Mom,
You were always working hard everytime i came over, and your warm welcomes will not be forgotten. You have raised the best friend a girl could ask for and I know lauren will remain strong through it all and continue to make you proud. I love you, rest easy.
Debbie (Wennerberg) Leenutaphong
March 6, 2015
Rest in peace, Debbie.
Linda Kazarian
March 6, 2015
Deb was not only a respected co-worker but my mothers social worker for 2 years. My thoughts and prayers to her family during this difficult time.
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