Deborah was born in Regina, Saskatchewan but soon moved with her family to Vancouver, BC where her brother Daryl was born. In the late 1950’s the family moved to Victoria where they owned and operated the Tudor House Inn for several years before moving to Powell River where they owned and operated a local hotel. Again, in the early 1960’s the family moved back to Victoria to participate in the operation of the Century Inn.
It was then that Deborah started her many years at Norfolk House school where she enjoyed several languages and sports among her activities. She has kept in contact with many of her school friends over the years.
After graduating school and working to save funds she embarked on a six+ month trip through Europe, Morocco and Great Britain. Traveling was one of her passions with many trips abroad during her schooling and life endeavors. Trips to Hong Kong, Singapore, hiking through the jungles of Borneo and staring into the depths of Mt Vesuvius where among her travel destinations. Recent trips to Europe with long stays in Spain and time in Paris, Venice (one of her favorites) Florence, Morocco and Ireland.
She worked for many years as a Certified General Accountant (CGA) becoming one of the youngest female comptrollers of a business in her early 20’s, installing leading edge computers of the day. After many years of accounting with several businesses and government positions she retired at 62 and started to enjoy her hard earned retirement. Her culinary passions blossomed and she held many family and friend dinners over the years. Some of her happiest times.
She married the love of her life, Mark, in 1988 and they considered themselves newlywed until the end.
Deborah will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her family and friends. Leaving behind her husband Mark, brother Daryl (Donna), Sister in law Barbara, Aunt Crista and nephew Clayton plus many friends and relatives.
A Celebration of Life will be held over the summer. To be announced.
We will miss Deb. She and Mark made the neighbourhood a family. Full of life, and always ready with her sharp wit, on the phone, she’d say “this is your crazy neighbour, Deborah”, and invite us to one of her wonderful dinner parties. She was the queen of appies, wore the most fabulous shoes, loved her dogs, made the best red pepper soup, and was kind and generous. We’ll miss her very much. Our deepest sympathy to you Mark.
Our heartfelt condolences, Mark, prayers for you and repose for Deborah’s soul.
Peace be with you.
So very sorry to hear of De borah passing away. My heartfelt sympathy to Mark a good friend as well as her brother Daryll who is also a dear friend. Sincerely Darcee and Brianna Manzardo.
Mark, we we so sorry to hear about Deborah. What a lovely obituary! She led a varied and interesting life. You are in our thoughts.
Love, Rich and Renay and family.