Deborah Ann Yandle, age 63, passed away peacefully May 8, 2019. She was born December 21, 1955 in Chanute, Kansas to Robert and Barbara Yandle. Debbie graduated with a GED from the Job Core. Shortly afterwards, Debbie married and lived in California. Although the marriage didn’t last, the move to California instilled a wanderlust in Debbie that followed her the rest of her life.
Debbie was a gentle but headstrong free spirit that could not be tamed. She had a strong will to live her life her way and fiercely protected her independence. She always seemed to be on the go and loved the outdoors, all seasons, whether walking or bicycling. Debbie was a very artistic person, enjoying drawing and painting in particular. She also loved to read and particularly delighted in the Little House on the Prairie series.
Debbie had a kind, nurturing nature and a warm, generous heart. She was very well liked by her fellow apartment residents who spoke of her sweet demeanor. Debbie adored her nieces and nephews and had a truly unique gift of naturally relating to them at whatever age level, creating special bonds with them that lasted. She enjoyed family and holiday gatherings.
Debbie is survived by her father, Robert; her son, Dallion; six brothers and their wives: Bob and Rhonda Yandle, Bill Yandle and Yi Zhao, Mike and Karen Yandle, Rodger and Melissa Yandle, Sam Yandle, and Sid and Sarina Yandle; two sisters and their husbands: Karen and Loren Grunenfelder and Nancy and Al Seymour; 44 nephews and nieces, as well as several uncles and aunts; and her longtime partner, David Greenwood. Debbie was preceded in death by her mother, Barbara, and her sister in law, Michele Yandle. Debbie had a deep love for her family. She was loved by her family and will be dearly missed.
Please join us in celebrating her life well led on Saturday morning, May 18, 2019, at 10:30 at Mills and Mills Funeral Home, 5725 Littlerock Road, SW, Tumwater. Services will conclude at the gravesite.
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