Debbie was born on December 26th, 1958 in South Amboy, NJ to her parents Carol and Walter Schaefer.
Throughout Debbie's life she always had a love for decorating; she attended school for interior design and her family will always remember how beautiful her house was decorated for every holiday, especially Christmas as she loved hosting friends and family. Debbie was a lifelong Bruce Springsteen fan. Her love for all things Bruce Springsteen included; asbury park and long sunny days tanning on the beach. She loved taking trips to Atlantic City as well as vacationing on cruises. Above all else she loved her family and was a devoted Mother and MiMi. She will be missed dearly by all that knew her.
Debbie is survived by her mother and father Carol & Walter, her 3 dear children; Jennifer (Adam), Ryan and Matthew (Cecilia), her sister; Cheryl Kwatkoski (John) and her brother; Mark Schaefer (Valerie). Debbie was blessed with 3 grandchildren; Chase, Charlotte & Zoe whom she loved with all her heart. Her ex husband and friend; Bob Domino, her cousin; Dawn Melnik as well as several other extended family and friends including her best friend Melanie Gursky. She also leaves behind her beloved cat; Tigger.
A Visitation for Debbie will be held on Monday, December 16th, 2024 from 3:00pm - 7:00pm at D'Elia Funeral Home; 1300 Vermont Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701.
A Funeral Mass will take place on Tuesday, December 17th, 2024 beginning at 10:30 am at St. Mary of the Lake Church located at 43 Madison Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701.
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