She was born in New Hampshire where she spent most of her life in the company of her extended family. Part of that time was spent on or near farms where Debbie developed a love for animals- especially dogs and cats. She would never be long without a pet for the remainder of her life.
Graduating with honors from the University of New Hampshire she pursued a career as a Medical Technologist. Debbie worked in various hospital laboratories in New Hampshire, Maine and Asheville, NC before arriving at her dream job at the University of Tennessee Veterinary Medical Center in Knoxville. She was able to spend the next 17 years in the company of innumerable dogs, cats and other exotic species toward which she applied her laboratory skills with compassion and exceptional diligence.
After retiring in 2016 Debbie continued her hobbies of quilting and knitting, blessing many with her beautiful handiwork and never having fewer than two cats to keep her company. She served as a volunteer at Love Kitchen, Young-Williams Animal Center and most recently Ladies of Charity, demonstrating kindness and generosity in quiet ways which were appreciated by all who were aware of them.
Debbie is survived by her sister J. J. Mann, nephew Chris Mann both of Albuquerque, NM and her aunt Genevieve Gorczyca of New Hampshire.
Friends and family wish to extend their appreciation to the staff of Shannondale Nursing Home and Amedisys Health Care.
Although she did not want a memorial service, those who knew her are invited to remember and honor her life however they feel led.
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