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Tuesday, April 20, 2021

 Hi All - 

thank you to all the friends my mom has made while she has been writing her blog & her years quilting.  

Thank for the support & prayers.

This morning at 10.43am my mom passed away from the cancer that took over quickly.  She was surrounded by me (Daughter), Sir Old man & her brother.  

She will be missed & I know she influenced many of you to experiment & take chances with your quilting.  Keep doing that in her honor.  

Thank you again.

Deana

37 comments:

  1. UnknownApril 20, 2021 at 3:53 PM

    Our hearts are broken from the loss of this precious soul. You are all in our prayers.
    Here's to all the wonderful memories over the years sweet friend... rest in peace Debbie.
    Shelia and the bee girls!

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  2. Exuberantcolor/Wanda S HansonApril 20, 2021 at 5:52 PM

    I am heartbroken to hear this. Debbie endured so much in the last couple years . She was my watercolor/colorwash buddy through the blog and many emails back and forth. She brightened the world and I know was loved by so many people who interacted with her through her quilt art. Love to the family, and peace.

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  3. BrendaLouApril 20, 2021 at 6:59 PM

    Know that we are praying and sending our sympathies to you all.

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  4. Linda SwanekampApril 20, 2021 at 7:15 PM

    Debbie was one of the best. She always had a moment to drop me a line and explain quilty things. I am so grateful for the times and ideas she so freely shared. She was certainly courageous and persevering through such tough, tough times with her health. I will always miss her. Her family meant so much to her.

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  5. DeborahApril 20, 2021 at 8:45 PM

    I am so sorry to hear that Debbie has died. My thoughts and prayers are will you all.

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  6. Quilting BabciaApril 20, 2021 at 8:58 PM

    Debbie was a special friend to so many of us, always ready to help and encourage, and sharing her talent freely. Her star will shine bright in our hearts for years to come.

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  7. Vroomans' QuiltsApril 20, 2021 at 9:20 PM

    Many gentle hugs for the family. Your Mom was a blessing in my life thru quilt blogging. So admired her work with colorwash and I will remember her as the quilter who broght beauty from bits of floral squares.

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  8. Beth StrandApril 20, 2021 at 9:27 PM

    I'm so very sorry.

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  9. The Joyful QuilterApril 20, 2021 at 9:50 PM

    Sending quilty hugs, Deana. I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom.

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  10. Gene BlackApril 20, 2021 at 10:31 PM

    I have already sent your family a message through the Caring Bridge site. But I want to join my quitling friends in honoring Debbie's creative life. Debbie was certainly one to encourage us all to explore our talents. She was a kind and gentle soul with so much grace.
    She will certainly be missed by many.

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  11. A Left-Handed QuilterApril 20, 2021 at 11:03 PM

    Debbie will be sorely missed by us all. Hugs to you, Deana, and to your family. There are no words.

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  12. Mystic QuilterApril 21, 2021 at 1:30 AM

    Such sad news and I left a message on Caring Bridge, but here is where I first met Debbie with her caring spirit and of course her beautiful watercolour quilts. We also exchanged emails often after she first had the Vitamin B issues and her illness since then. I will miss her terribly.

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  13. Karen Marlene FulbrightApril 21, 2021 at 4:59 AM

    Sometimes we have lots of words, other times words escape us. Know that myself and our group are holding you and your family in prayer. Blessings to you Deana your mom left a wonderful legacy, hope you will carry on. Condolences and hugs. We are all better for having known Debbie on this miracle of the internet.
    Karen

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  14. Carole @ From My Carolina HomeApril 21, 2021 at 7:39 AM

    Heartfelt condolences on your loss, virtual hugs to you and your family.

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  15. dianeApril 21, 2021 at 7:48 AM

    I cherished Debbies works of art. She was so willing to answer the couple times I asked for her advice.
    My condolences and blessings to the family. Losing our loved ones is so hard.
    Always looked forward to her blog postings....what a gal!
    Debbie will be missed/

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  16. LouiseApril 21, 2021 at 8:33 AM

    My deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved mother. Debbie was a talented, kind and generous soul. She has left an unfillable hole in our quilting community.

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  17. RookerooApril 21, 2021 at 8:39 AM

    I’m so sorry for your family’s loss! My deepest condolences to you all. Her art inspired me so much and I loved reading her blog. She brighten the world. May your memories bring you comfort.

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  18. NickiApril 21, 2021 at 9:02 AM

    I'm so very, very sorry for the loss of Debbie. She was my inspiration & helper when I needed it the most. She was a master when it came to watercolor quilts & I have a cherished piece from her that she sent to me in appreciation of my support of the Get Your Mrs. Claus on doll quilt project that lasted about 5 years. We bonded during that time & it was such a fun & rewarding venture. I will miss Debbie so much but have been blessed by her kindness & love from just knowing here through the internet.

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  19. AgathaApril 21, 2021 at 9:03 AM

    Prayers to the family and friends.
    She was an inspiration to me as a new quilter.

    Will you leave this blog up for the resources?

    🌹

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  20. Janet O.April 21, 2021 at 9:47 AM

    Deana, my heart goes out to you and your Dad, and other family members. Your Mom was always a kind and caring woman, willing to share her knowledge freely. She was also a valiant warrior in God's army and we kept each other in our prayers. I will miss her generous, loving spirit.
    God bless you.

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  21. sue sApril 21, 2021 at 9:47 AM

    I responded to your email but I just wanted to add that Debbie opened my eyes to the world of color wash quilts. I have been collecting florals for years to attempt my first one. Now it will be done in her memory. Bless you and your family.

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  22. LA PaylorApril 21, 2021 at 10:22 AM

    ohhhh I am so sad. Debbie was so encouraging as an artist and so talented. Hers was one of the first blogs I got by email so I kept up with her creations and watched her artistic journey. Thank you thank you for letting us know, for realizing that we may be far in distance but we were friends. Love, Lee Anna (at not afraid of color)

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  23. DeeJay C.April 21, 2021 at 10:24 AM

    I have followed your mother's blog for quite awhile, and will miss her creativity and originality. My sympathies to you and your family, & I hope she didn't suffer too much. She was a very talented quilter & a caring person, & her loss will leave a void in the quilting community.

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  24. pbrennerApril 21, 2021 at 10:54 AM

    I am so sorry for your loss, your mom was an inspiration in so many ways, and leaves a beautiful legacy. We will keep you and your family in our prayers for comfort and peace.

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  25. Toni MacombApril 21, 2021 at 11:00 AM

    My heart aches for you. Your Mom helped so many of us explore different ways of looking at fabric and design. She was a true warrior through her struggles. I'm sorry to see her go but I knowing she is out of pain should give you some comfort. There are many beautiful quilts out there that your Mom helped create. Warm hugs to you all.

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  26. KerryApril 21, 2021 at 11:37 AM

    I'm so sorry for your loss and sending my sincere condolences to family and friends.

    It was only a short time ago that I discovered Debbie by chance - the header on her blog caught my eye and just had to try. It worked so well - still need to quilt it though! I posted on the Quiltville Facebook page and gave credit to Debbie - and then was able to chat/text briefly to thank her when she said that's me! A truly inspirational lady.

    Much hugs to you all,

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  27. Cheryl's Teapots2QuiltingApril 21, 2021 at 3:38 PM

    Debbie will be missed. We've communicated thru our blogs and by email over the years. We both prayed for each other, thru difficulties. I know that she is with Jesus now, and that is a comfort. I'll continue to pray for Debbie's family, especially Sir Old Man. I loved to show his woodworking items to my husband (who also loves woodworking).

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  28. JamyeApril 21, 2021 at 4:38 PM

    I'm so very sorry for your loss. I just recently found this blog and had had a couple of emails with Debbie. She was a sweet soul who loved quilting and helping quilters. That was evident. Bless you all. Debbie, may you rest in sweet peace.

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  29. AliceinQuilterlandApril 21, 2021 at 11:12 PM

    I am so very sorry for your loss

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  30. JanetApril 22, 2021 at 8:48 AM

    I am so sorry you have lost your precious mother and wife. I read her blog for several years. She always had a sense of humor about life. And she made beautiful quilts. I am so glad that I "knew" Debbie. She was a special soul.

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  31. DebbyApril 22, 2021 at 11:38 AM

    My sincerest condolences. Sending you all love and virtual hugs. Your mom was such an incredible teacher and I will miss checking in with her.

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  32. DottieApril 22, 2021 at 12:28 PM

    So very, very sorry for your loss. Your mother was definitely very inspirational to many of us

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  33. O'QuiltsApril 22, 2021 at 3:36 PM

    I am sorry for your loss. I did not know Debbie, but I know death and loss. I too am a quilter, my heart goes out to all of you. I wonder how old Debbie was. May the days ahead bring you peace. xo

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  34. Kathy S.April 23, 2021 at 7:59 AM

    You were so lucky to have such a wonderful mom. I didn't know her personally but through her blogging and doll quilt mission. I am so sorry for your loss.

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  35. BarbaraApril 23, 2021 at 10:53 AM

    I'm so very sorry for your loss. Take good care.

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  36. Elaine/Muddling ThroughApril 23, 2021 at 1:19 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss, and so glad she is no longer suffering. Praying the God of all comfort will wrap you all in His arms of love. Your mom was a blessing to me, and I'm sure to many others.

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  37. Alcea Rosea 31April 25, 2021 at 2:20 PM

    I hope you can take some comfort from the respect and love in which your mother was held. Her legacy goes on through many quilters.

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