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Debra Thibeault Obituary

Debra A. Thibeault, 53, of Cherry Valley died in her home on Monday, July 11th, 2011.

Debra leaves behind her longtime companion, David F. Garceau Jr.; a son, Matthew C. Duxbury of Cherry Valley; a daughter, Kimberly Barone of Webster; her parents, Hector and Marie (Strazie) Thibeault of Cherry Valley; 3 brothers, Michael Thibeault of Springfield, MA, Stephan Thibeault of Cherry Valley and Robert Thibeault of Milford, MA; 4 grandchildren and many nephews and nieces.

She was born in Worcester and is a graduate of Leicester High School and worked as a secretary for Affordable Renovation Specialists. Debra enjoyed hiking, gardening, and taking day trips to the ocean. Debra was a loving and caring person who constantly put the needs of others before her own throughout her life.

A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, July 18th at 10 AM in Saint Pius Church, 1161 Main St., Leicester. Burial will be in Notre Dame Cemetery, Worcester.

Memorial contributions in Debra's memory may be made to one of the following charities – MSPCA, 350 South Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02130, Mass Audubon Society, 208 South Great Road, Lincoln, MA 01773 or Susan G. Komen for the Cure Attn: Donor Services, PO Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265.

Alfred Roy & Sons Funeral Home, 12 Hammond St., Worcester is directing arrangements. To send a message of condolence to the family please visit

www.Royfuneral.com




To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from Jul. 15 to Jul. 17, 2011.

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Matthew Duxbury

October 4, 2023

The greatest mother who ever walked the face of this earth.

John King

July 17, 2011

I have very fond memories of Debra from my years as her teacher at LHS. A cheerful smile and upbeat personality were her trademarks. She will be missed by all.

~Stace Martin

July 15, 2011

Dave..Please accept my most heartfelt sympathy for your loss…my thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

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