Still missing you my friend, I think of you often and you will live on in my memory and heart forever...❤❤❤

I'm so sorry for your family's loss. Deb will be sadly missed. I have known Deb for many years. She and her family were a fixture at St. Anthony's Parish always in the same spot. Deb was always so kind to my family, especially to my mom and my boys. I was also lucky to have gone to school with her. And it was literally just a few weeks ago that a friend of mine and I were reminiscing about school and Deb's name came up. We were talking about how positive and fun she was. Always full of joy. I will miss her dearly. But now Deb, my dad and mom can have some great chats like they use to have at church. We love you Deb and please keep praying for the rest of us. We will try to follow your example to live each day to the fullest. 
Love Mary, Doyle and Jasper 

 Deb ,

I loved your friendly personality always putting others first instead of yourself, I would say to you many times  Deb, you need to  take care of yourself,  but that wasn't you. I loved working along of you at work.  our 
 funny halloween costumes of Salt and Pepper and Coffee and Tea,   i'll miss all the fun we had at work with the games and events youorganized from  doing our crosswords puzzles, and watching  young and restless on our coffee breaks you loved having fun at work.  I will miss you my friend. 
Donna,  My heart goes out to you as you go through this difficult time . My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family . 

Deb was a tremendous force of joy, energy, and booming laughter! (Oh my, that laugh was contagious!) She was such a charismatic, caring, generous, and loving person . Deb always made time for get-togethers, lunches, and snuggles with baby Silas. 

We had oodles of FUN at the AISH office when we worked together, especially at Halloween! Deb was one person knew how to REALLY enjoy life; she was an absolute riot as a colleague. Clients and coworkers respected Deb, and adored her vitality. I am so glad we kept in touch after I moved on.

I am still shocked and very saddened by this sudden loss. I was recently thinking that it would soon be time to meet up with Deb & Donna for another delightful Japanese feast, and to capture the next series of photos with Deb hugging my little "squirmy-wormy" grandson, Silas.  I was wanting to engage in some light-hearted chit-chat, catch up on the goings-on, and spend some feel-good time with some wonderful company.

I feel deeply for you, Donna. I know how very, very close you and Deb were as life-long sisters. I wish you strength and comfort as the days come, and I hope the best for you on your healing journey.

Love,
Lisa, Halle, & Silas Lutz

Rip Deb 
 I can say that it does hurt that you will no longer be at family gatherings as you had always felt like family, it was strange when you were not there , and when you were there it was always great to hear the love that was in your heart towards everyone, and the truly caring that you gave out to not only myself but also to Wendy and Zac 
 You are a very special person that was taken from this world way too soon 
    Save a special place for us all and we will see you again ( we will have drinks when we get there ) 😪

Donna, we are so sorry to have missed services today, we were unable to get Zac home from
Camp in time and would have had to come in late and we did not want to be disrespectful- please know our thoughts and love are with you. 

My heartfelt condolances to the Drake family on this very difficult time.   Deb was a joy to be around.

Sorry to hear of Deb's passing.. I met Deb in St.Mary's Catholic High school..she was a breath of fresh air.. Many laughs were had. It was great to reconnect with her after so many years. You will be deeply missed by many Deb ❤ 

The words fail me... which is testament to your special place in many hearts.

From the time I first met Deb, many years ago, she  always had a zest for life, enjoyed a good laugh and loved with all her heart.  While there will be no new memories to be made I will cherish all the years of memories I have.
Donna,  and all those feeling the loss,  may we all find comfort in each other and the memories that we share.
RIP, Dear Deb,  you will be missed.

Dear Donna:

I was deeply shocked and sadden to hear about the passing of your beloved Sister Deb.
I will always remember Deb's wonderful sense of humour. 
The fun times we had playing cards or board games like Taboo and us laughing so hard over our silly antics while playing this fun  game.
 Or one winter playing street hockey by the side of your house.
Donna, my Thoughts and Prayers are with your Sister Deb and with you at this time of hardship.
 I will be wearing my Hawaiian shirt in Deb's honour.




My heart breaks for you and the family Donna, Deb touched so many lives. I will always remember her smiling face in the audience at so many of my shows . She will truly be missed 💗 

Deb will missed by all of us at Global Country. We grew to love you so much, and always enjoyed sharing many laughs throughout the years. Thoughts and prayers to you Donna, her loyal sister and all relatives and friends.


My heart goes out to her friends and family. 

So sorry to hear of Deb’s passing. My condolences to the family and my thoughts and prayers are with you 

Deb's infectious laughter  was second only to her love of all family and friends.  She was always there to support the people in her life.  When we were in school together Deb always had a smile for everyone she met and her laughter filled the halls.  Deb was strong supporter of all her friends. The picture below is from the reunion of St Mary High School, Deb was in her element surrounded by friends.   I hope that the family and friends of Deb will find comfort in the memories they share.  

So sorry to hear of Deb’s passing. She was a familiar & friendly face at so many musical events. 

We are so sorry to hear about Deb's passing!  She was a lot of  fun and heart filled.  She made our CCMA and Global volunteering more fun and memorable.
You are in our hearts Donna as you cope with this huge loss and know that we will be there to support in any way we can.
We cannot attend the services as we are on our way to a convention in Nevada but will be there in spirit.
Hugs 
Barb and Al Foxall

Donna, words can't express how sorry I am for your loss , but I hope you take comfort  in knowing that Deb is  flying with the Angels!

I met Deb many years ago. When I think of Deb I remember that laugh. You could never be too serious around Deb. I always appreciated her huge heart. Deb truly cared for other people and touched many lives as a result. She lives on in the tremendous positive impact she had on the world.

So many memories..my first friend at Mount Carmel school  in grade 2.  We have been friends for  43 years.  We grew up together..her family was so good to me.  Deb and I have had many conversations over the years..always checking on each other and sending our love. My queen of puns...the one who always brought people together...the one who was always there to hug you with her words and her arms. Love you Deb..I will NEVER forget you..give our moms and dads a big hug for me..we will meet again my friend. ❤❤❤❤

Deb 

I just want you to know it was my pleasure to know and work with you over the last 10 years.  You were always so supportive and an advocate for your coworkers, our clients and to me and my daughter, on a personal level. Your wisdom and understanding of human nature was second to none and you have one of the biggest hearts of anyone I have ever known. Your family and friends,  our office and the world has lost a wonderful and valuable person that was so highly thought of. Rest in Peace- until we meet again.... 

Love Jill and Delaney Vinet   

So sorry to hear of Deb's sudden passing, she is always remembered by me as a fun loving and very caring person when she worked for MSCL at the blue house with the residents, Corey, Angela, Wesley and Katherine. Many fond memories of our wonderful staff and fun times back then. May all the wonderful memories you have of Deb, comfort and console you in the days and months to come.
With deepest sympathy.
Gloria Cazes


To Deb’s family,

Heartfelt condolences on your sudden and shocking loss of Deb.  I worked with Deb at AISH for several years and will always remember her antics and humour. We could say anything to each other and always walk away laughing.  Her presence was definitely known as she had a very infectious laugh and tone.  I am very sorry I am unable to say my good bye on Friday due to an appointment, however, I will be there in spirit.  Gone are our “dress up days at Halloween, our social events and our shared laughter and tricks.  Deb please entertain them in Heaven.  Rest peacefully my friend and may God reunite you with your parents. 

With sincere sympathy
Judy
🙏🌹

Deb, you will be in our hearts forever, rest in peace our dear friend

Donna, my love to you always. She is the light in our darkness, forever shining. 💕

OBITUARY

Deb Drake

5 December, 1967 – 29 July, 2018

Hainstock's Funeral Home & Crematorium

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