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2017

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Deborah Tollefsen Obituary

Tollefsen, Deborah (nee Cherrie) 67, of Cave City, Arkansas (formerly of Clarksville, Tennessee) died surrounded by her family, Wednesday, October 25, 2017. She was born August 24, 1950 in Chicago, Illinois to August Edward and Dolores Ann (Kozerski) Cherrie. She enjoyed spending time with her family and working on her various crafts. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Michael Cherrie. Survivors include two daughters, Natalie Nelson (David) of Lombard, Illinois and Nicole Bathje (Paul) of Aurora, Illinois; sisters, Cynthia Sawyer (Jeff) of Cave City and Catherine McMahon (Jim) of Lake Villa, Illinois; 7 grandchildren, Kristen (Alex), Joshua, Margaret, Eleanore, Cheryl, August and Amanda; and a host of other relatives and friends. Memorial services will be held in Illinois at a later date. Arrangements by Qualls Funeral Home of Cave City.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 29, 2017.

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October 30, 2018

I am truly and deeply sorry for your Loss. My warmest condolences go out to the family and friends of Deborah. May the God of all comport Grant you peace and strength during difficult time (Psalm 91:11).

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October 29, 2018

To the family and friends, my heartfelt sympathies go out to you during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there's a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring. And may your precious memories of your dear loved one fill your heart with love and comfort today, tomorrow and always.

A B

October 29, 2018

To the family and friends, my heartfelt sympathies go out to you during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there's a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring. And may your precious memories of your dear loved one fill your heart with love and comfort today, tomorrow and always.

Walter

October 29, 2018

May God's comforting love engulf the family's hearts and minds to help you leave the sadness behind. Matthew 5:4.

October 29, 2018

May you find comfort and peace from God and may his word soothe your hearts. Is.25:8

November 7, 2017

October 30, 2017

Eccl. 9:5, 6, 10 Our dear loved ones has reassurance from our Creator that our loved ones will never experience pain. They truly are now in a better place. Safe

Len Clair

October 26, 2017

A favorite cousin. When we were young it was always fun to visit my uncle Augie and my cousins.

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