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1957

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2025

Deborah Rowland Obituary

Deborah Ann Rowland, 67, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025 in Chandler, Arizona. Born September 21, 1957, in Tacoma, Washington, to Dana and Barbara Hunter. She grew up in Lakewood and graduated from Clover Park High in 1976. She married the love of her life, Gary Rowland, in 1994, and together they lovingly adopted their sons, Kennedy and Riley.

Deb is preceded in death by her father, Dana, and brother, Dana Bradley. She is survived by her husband; sons; mother, Barbara Johnston; sister, Delinda Hunter Baughan; and niece and nephew, Megan and Jayson. Remembered for her warmth, love of family, and entertaining, she will be deeply missed.

A Celebration of Life has been planned for the family.

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

Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) from Sep. 6 to Sep. 10, 2025.

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CHAD MOORE

September 9, 2025

The Hunter family were like another set of relatives.
Deb was always the leader & lots of fun.
Barb you and my mother were great friends!!!
Chad Moore

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