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Deborah Gray Kohn
1934 - 2025
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1934
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2025
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Deborah Kohn Obituary
January 18, 1934 - October 31, 2025
Salem, Virginia - Deborah Gray Kohn, 91, formerly of Columbia and Charleston, S.C., passed away peacefully on Friday, October 31, 2025, in Salem, Va., surrounded by loved ones. Born on January 18, 1934, Debby lived a good life marked by love, kindness and laughter.
She is survived by her children, Laurel Fox (Kenny), Ronda Philips (Mark), Eric, and Terrell Kohn (Trish); grandchildren, Jeff Philips and Mimi Chase (Adam); grand puppy, Yossi; her loving sister, Carol Wachman Rubenstein; nieces and nephews; with a large extended family.
Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, Roanoke, VA (540) 989-3131.
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Memories and Condolences
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10 Entries
Jeff & Marianne
Yesterday
Ronda, Jeff and I are so sorry for your loss -- you were the best daughter a mother could have. We are thinking of you as well as your entire family.
CJ
November 3, 2025
I remember Debby from work while she was with Lowes in Columbia, SC.
Knowledgeable and proffessional were two of her greatest attributes. RIP.
Barry
November 3, 2025
Paula Fochtman
November 3, 2025
Thinking of you Ronda and your family . I'm sorry for the loss of your Mom. And so glad you have been able to be with her making many more memories Paula
Randy & Gwen Parker
November 3, 2025
Ronda, Gwen and I have you and your family in our prayers..may your pain be brief and your memoirs be forever.
Debbie
November 3, 2025
Norris Funeral Chapel in Stuart, Virginia woukd like to send our condolences to Ronda & Mark during this difficult time.
Jay, Debbie, Larry & Peggy
Michael Bryant
November 3, 2025
Ronda, I just heard about your mother passing away. I am so very sorry. I know how close the two of you were, and how much of your time you spent looking after her. Please know that my entire family is thinking of you and your family at this hard time.
Your friend Mike Bryant
Barry Wachman
November 3, 2025
My condolences to the Kohn & Grey family
Sending love & Prayers during this time of sadness
Taliaferro Logan
November 3, 2025
Always enjoy looking at pictures that you would post on Facebook about your mom and she always looks so sweet. So sorry for you and your family´s loss.
ERIC KOHN
November 3, 2025
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