September 10, 1960 -January 5, 2023
Debra Ann Pontrelli died after an eight-month battle with cancer. She was born in Rockford, Illinois but was raised in Las Vegas, Nevada graduating from Las Vegas High School in 1978. She is preceded in death by her mother Elizabeth Whitney-Horgan. Her three siblings Kellie Miller, Lisa Tebbetts, and Carol Schwan will miss her greatly. She also leaves behind two brothers-in-law Craig Miller and Joe Schwan, her nephew Gary Miller, cousins Jeanette Keres, Abel and Avery Pearson. She was married to the love of her life Tom Pontrelli. Tom’s love and care for Debra remained true throughout her battle. Her son Tony Barajas and daughter-in-law Sara enjoyed her loving playful affection towards their four children Amanda Ramos, Vanessa Ramos, Hannah Barajas, Ethan Barajas, and great grandson Brayden Ryder.
Debra’s greatest desire was to share the love of Jesus Christ with everyone she met. She regularly attended Canyon Ridge Christian Church and was a faithful Christian. She loved hiking with her friends and was in excellent physical condition. Debra retired from the Wynn Las Vegas with her husband in 2020 as a Casino Floor Supervisor after a 40 year career in the gaming industry.
Debra will be remembered as a beautiful, vibrant woman who’s engaging laughter and beaming smile lit up the room and brought joy to all. The positive impact left on this world through her kindness, generosity, and encouragement will endure for generations.
“She loved the Lord with all her heart and soul and tried her best to shine the light of God’s love to everyone she met. Her greatest desire was that all those she loved be with her in heaven.”
~ Debra Ann Pontrelli - October 2009
A celebration of her life will be held from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM on January 27, 2023 at Palm Cheyenne Mortuary, 7400 West Cheyenne Las Vegas, Nevada 89129. Reception immediately following.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.palmcheyenne.com for the Pontrelli family.
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