Born in Bayonne, N.J., she lived in Howell and Brick before moving almost 20 years ago to the Original Leisure Village in Lakewood, N.J.
Deborah enjoyed spending time with her family and most of all she loved her grandson, Benjamin Neller.
She is survived by her loving husband of 35 years, Santo Ilardi, a daughter, Maggi Vickers and her husband, Jeremy, a son, Joseph Ilardi, three sisters; Jackie Burnside, Mary Renz, and Helen Seidman, one brother, Angelo Mentesana and her beloved grandson, Benjamin Neller.
Relatives and friends may visit from 12 Noon to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 24, 2022 at the D'Elia Funeral Home, 1300 Vermont Avenue, Lakewood, N.J. A service will be held at 4:00 p.m. at D'Elia Funeral Home
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.DEliaFuneralHome.com for the Ilardi family.