Debra Kay Smith would like you to know that she has received an invitation she could not refuse as the Entertainment Director for a party that will last for eternity. There will be endless sunshine, socializing, free-flowing wine and tequila, laughter and so much love to share. Her husband Harry Smith and daughter Jennipher Lorber understand their mission now is to celebrate what Debra has given us during her life here, and as all who know and love Debra are aware, her wishes are a polite way of saying…get it done.
We’ll gather together so Debra knows what an outstanding job she did as a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend. We want her to know that the light of her smile, the open and loving heart we all cherished, her infectious laugh and loyal soul made us better for having known her. Her spirit will live on in the many, many people she so generously brought into her life. She is with us, in our hearts, always.
We will carry on and try to make each and every day the best day of our lives, just as Debra lived.
Debra Kay was born in Salem, OR on December 7, 1951. She was one of four siblings and is survived by her husband, Harry Smith, daughter Jennipher Lorber and son-in-law Brian Lorber.
Also survived by her Father, Doug Brown and 3 siblings; Mike Brown, Rhonda Becker and Kevin Brown.
Her mother Jessie Miller, is already at the party.
We’ll gather together on Friday, March 11th from 4-7pm at the Gateway Center in Helena. All who knew and loved her are welcome.
While flowers are beautiful, please make a donation in Deb’s name to the Humane Society or St. Jude’s instead.
4-5 p.m. Cocktail Hour
5 p.m. Memorial Service
Reception to follow
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David Zabinski, Garco Building Systems says
David Zabinski, Garco Building Systems purchased the Joyful Memory for the family of Debra Smith.
Anonymous says
Divine Peace Bouquet was purchased for the family of Debra Smith.
Tom Reilly says
Deb’s Family,
What a wonderful person…….things are so unfair. Know that a million people’s thoughts are with you.
Love,
Tom Reilly
Gina Rasmussen says
Harry and Family,
Words cannot express how sorry I am. Deb was such a wonderful, glorious person. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Gina Rasmussen
Jan says
Wonderful Barbados memories of sweet Deb. A tragic loss to all who knew her.
~Jan Dalton
Lori Chase says
Jennifer and family,
Your mom knew how to enjoy every moment, including her game time with the “Bunco Babes”. We are blessed to have been a small part of your moms life. We shared a lot of laughs, fun and more importantly, such great memories that will be with us always. She is now our Bunco Angel and party planner forever. Hugs.
Lori Chase
John Beran says
Debra you were always a shinning light to all of us that are blessed to have know you. Thank you for being the special person you were to so many of us.
Denise Wolf says
Harry and Jennipher,
Russ and I were saddened to hear of your loss of Deb. Our prayers and thoughts are with you!
Denise and Russ Wolf and family
Sarah Bunton says
Deb was such a bright spot in our day when she would stop by the office to see Jen and always such fun at the various get-togethers. While I didn’t know her very well or for very long, her loss is so deeply felt and I truly adored and loved her. Such a wonderful and beautiful person. My love and prayers go out to Harry and Jen and your families. She would be so thrilled to know you are celebrating her zest for life and the way that you’re honoring her memory. So much love to you all! -Sarah Bunton
Susan Lagerquist says
I will miss her incredible smile and fun attitude! Got to know Deb through golfing and as one of the Bunco Babes and always loved being around her. Happy journey Deb–see you at the Party when we get there, you went too early….. Susan Lagerquist
Lori Ellen Coven says
I loved Debra with all of my heart. We have been on SO many fun trips together over the last….almost 30 years. She is the only person I know that would wake up everyday singing “It’s a beautiful morning…..”. Everyone she ever knew will miss her because she made everyone feel so special. I will miss you, but a part of us is still together, because you took a part of me with you.
Best says
Harry, Jennipher and Brian, just meeting Deb 1 x and welcoming her as kin into our Teague families enables us to spread her love.
Through Grace, Uncle Bo & Aunt Glo, Cary NC
Aimee Silva says
I still can’t believe it’s true. Deb you are a fanatic mom, the best friend and a brilliant light to everyone you encountered. You will be remembered in our hearts for ever!
Love Aimee & Voss
Nan Mulleavy Hagstrom says
A Memorial Mass will be dedicated to the celebration of the life of Debra, Easter Sunday, 10:15, The Episcopal Church of The Ascension, Sietra Madre, California. As saddened and grieving as Wallace and I are, we in our faith look to peace in heaven now.
Love to everyone in the family.
Sincerely, Wallace and Nan Hagstrom
Anonymous says
Beautiful in Blue was purchased for the family of Debra Smith.
Anonymous says
Beautiful in Blue was purchased for the family of Debra Smith.
Gene & Myrna Tienken says
Gene & Myrna Tienken purchased the Arrive in Style for the family of Debra Smith.
Jeff and Maria Hill says
Lit a candle in memory of Debra Smith
Jeff and Maria Hill says
Deb was ALWAYS glad to see you and had a HUGE smile every time! Her Zest for life and how she made you feel will be greatly missed. I hope her family can continue to enjoy life as much as she did. Another beautiful Angel is with us, but way too soon.
Nan Mulleavy Hagstrom says
Wallace and I share the shock and grief you and your family are experiencing now. We all know you are a close family and we share I the belief she is at peace in heaven now. On Easter Sunday. a Mass will be said honoring the life of Drbra at The Episcopal Church of The Ascension in Sierra Madre, California
Debra Osborne says
I was so shocked and sad to hear of Debra’s passing. She was my best friend through many years of grade school, junior high and high school. Life has a way of separating us through miles, but not our hearts. I was looking forward to reconnecting with her, after my own husband of 42 years passed away four years ago. She was very much loved and will be missed.
Debra Osborne (Armstrong)