Debbie and I were friends from kindergarten. We grew up together, attended school together, we're locker neighbors throughout high school, and remained close through our college years. We were even in the same Girl Scout troop together! We explored NYC, Washington D.C. and Kentucky together, and were in each other's weddings. We continued to keep in touch as we both started families. Unfortunately, life got in the way.....family and job responsibilities...and we drifted apart. I regret this, and often times thought of calling her. I did stop by the house one time, but no one was home...I didn't even know if she still lived there. Debbie's death was a complete surprise to me, and it saddens me that I never got to say goodbye. Like many others, I had this false sense of eternity....someday I will....but someday doesn't always come.

So my friend, I am saying goodbye on the first anniversary of your death....goodbye to my childhood friend who was such an important part of my life for so may years. Thank you for everything ...for your friendship, your support, and your witty humor through the years. I hope your daughters will carry on where you left off, and be the good friend that you always were. I miss you!!!!

Deepest sympathy at the loss of your mother, daughter and loved one. Debbie will be remembered as a fun and loving person. Tad, Sharlene, John and Luca Beale (FANA)

Our heartfelt condolences, thoughts & prayers are with you in this time of loss.

Mr and Mrs Collins, Rick, Marcia, I am so sorry to here about Deb's passing. I have nothing but good memories about Deb and all of you. Take Care! Leige

Dear Sara and Anita, You do not know me...you were just a baby, Sara, when I last saw you, but your mother and I were very good friends growing up and for many years into adulthood. Somehow we drifted and time passed. Your mom, however, was the best of friends..a sweet, wonderful and fun person. It was with her that I skipped school for the first, and last, time (okay, so we were goodie-two-shoes!)She had just gotten her car and we decided to go to the mall, only to hear "DEBRA" from behind us...your grandmother was at the mall and we were busted! I could tell you so many stories..would probably bore you. Please accept my sincerest condolences....may you both find peace and love in her memories. Maria Commisso-Martin

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Collins, Rick and Marcia, I am so sorry to learn of the death of Debbie. I had lost touch with her for many years, but often thought about her and how she was. So many years of memories...Girl Scouts, the "Park", shared childhood friends, elementary, middle and high school, weddings and babies...this was such a shock to me. Please accept my most sincere condolences. Maria Commisso-Martin