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Debbie Garner Obituary

Garner, Debbie Age 54. Loving partner of 23 years to Curt Strong. Devoted and unforgettable mother of Heather (Mike) Johnson and Amanda Chavez. Cherished grandma of Alexis, Ryan and Michael. Dearest daughter of the late Ralph (Rose) Garner, Elizabeth (Norman) Hampton. Dear sister of Jim (Mary Jo), Peggy (Chuck) Weyer, Tom (Betty), Ken (Mary), Ralph (Sandra), Liz (Rob) Stas, David (Lisa) Hampton, Karen (Mike) Cairo, Gary (Alana) and Donna (Steve) Michels. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Best friend of Kathy Vasquez. Lifelong Canaryville resident. Friend to many. Funeral services Friday, August 16, 2013, 8:45 a.m. from the Thomas McInerney Sons Funeral Home 4635 South Wallace Street, Chicago, Illinois 60609 to St. Gabriel Church. Mass of the Resurrection 10:00 a.m. Visitation Thursday, August 15, 2013, from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. (773)268-0703

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 15, 2013.

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Moose

June 26, 2023

I love and miss you debbie! Love, Moose

Rose Garner

August 18, 2013

Debbie,
You'll always be in my heart. You were more of a daughter than a step.
You'll always be loved
Rose

Tisha Huebsch

August 16, 2013

So Sorry for your loss Heather. I know you have been through so much and I am truly sorry about your mom. Lots of love

Tammy Edmonds

August 15, 2013

You will be forever missed ! You were wonderful person!!!

lisa schuld

August 15, 2013

Debbie you were a bright light in this world, and i will carry you in my heart always. Sending prayers to you and your family

Anne Bowen

August 15, 2013

Heaven keeps good company. Rest easy and peacefully my friend.

Patricia Svientek

August 15, 2013

Debbie: How quietly you tiptoed into this world, silently, and what only seems like a moment, you stayed. You touched the hearts of many. You were always such a sweet and kind person. Rest in peace my friend.

Margaret Gach

August 15, 2013

Garner Family,

No words can express how sorry we are about Debbie. Cherish all your wonderful and good memories and remember to live your life the way she would have wanted you to live it! Now you have a special angel watching over you.

Margaret Gach & Danny Hughes

Marge Schick

August 15, 2013

Debbie, you have been a source of joy since you joined our family. Everyone will miss your smile and laughter. Love you, Aunt Margie

Joan Cruz

August 15, 2013

You are all being kept in my prayers. May Debbie rest now, in peace and everlasting light. She was one terrific lady.

August 15, 2013

Garner Family, so sorry for your loss.
Debbie will be missed by all she was a great person & mother. Will keep you in my prayers.
Lynn Hamby

Alice Lopez

August 15, 2013

We will miss you always, but we know you are resting peacefully. our love and prayers will be with you and all the family always. God will hold you in his arms . God Bless you Deb. We love you.

Alice and Emilio

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