I first met Debbie at the insurance office. I liked her immediately and we became friends.  We lost touch when I  moved away.  We reconnected very recently. We met for lunch and were so busy talking and laughing  and crying that the server had to come back to our table 6 times because we kept forgetting to look at the menu. I was so happy to see her.  The last time I  saw her was the day of her wedding anniversary.  I am stunned to learn of her passing. She was a joy and I will miss her.


Full of joy and love describes Debbie,  she opened her arms to me when I needed it most.  Her and Carl were counted as closest of friends and just plain family.

Now she went home...  waiting on us to join her.

As our loved ones go home - we miss them deeply here -- but know they wish we were there..
Debbie
DJ Coyle
Marilyn Dobbins
may you rest in Jesus till we get there.

I will always remember you as one of my favorite cousins. A beautiful soul gone too soon. Rest in peace❤

Dear Debbie,

I will always cherish the times we talked. I have miss you since the move. You will always have a special place in my heart.  Cul de sac family we will always be. Carl my heart hurts for you and the rest of your family.

Love always,
Lori

Always wondered how I was so blessed ❤️ to have a sister such as Debbie if I didn't know that she is walking on streets made of gold and perfect in every way it would hurt much worse but I rest easy knowing that she is in the hands of Jesus and waiting for the rest of her family to join  when God calls us home. Debbie is an angel now and when she was with us as well, will miss her smile and hugs at every visit , thank you sis for being you,  see you someday


Carl and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you  always. I know your hearts and home are so empty without your beautiful Debbie. I understand how broken hearted you are.  Just think how much more beautiful Heaven is now, I say, “Heavens Sounding Sweeter Everyday”  


I am 54 now, and Debbie and I began to become friends in 1996-97, when her sister-in-law, Annette, my best friend at the time, introduced us. I fell in love with her instantly, lol. Her laugh, her serious side, all very nicely put in such a beautiful child of God. 

I was able to get her an interview at Friends of the Kansas City Zoo. I worked there as the marketing manager, She got the job on her own, though. We became very close during those two years. 

Our friendship grew over the years. I remember, when my husband and I were on a low carb diet, she went through extra trouble to make us this MARVOLOUS chocolate pie. OMG, it was so delightful!

She was funny, she could get down with you in soulful things, and she seemed to never judge anyone. She and Carl, Gary, Annette and Mark and me enjoyed many gettogethers as what I felt was my family. I so loved those times!

My husband and I were introduced at Annette and Gary's house on March 29, 2002. Right after the big ice storm of 2002. I remember walking in, Annette and Debbie waiting for me, as  Carl and Gary were keeping my future husband company. I will never forget that night. I felt so loved by so many!

We also had a lot of fun together. Her laughter was contagious! She was a beautiful soul, with such kindness and richness that just brightened up a room.

Dear Debbie, and dear Carl, you both enriched my life, thank you. And Debbie, you will always be cherished, loved, and remembered. 

God bless everyone, be kind to yourselves!



I didn't know Debbie well, but the few times we were together, it seemed like we'd known each other forever. Such a sweet and warm person. When my brother passed, Debbie and Carl opened their home to me so I'd have a place to stay. I was treated with love and care, and was made to feel welcome in their home.

Debbie now resides with God, so she is blessed. May God extend his blessings to the family as you move forward with treasured memories of your years together.

Love,
Cousins Marilyn and Marty Cohen

OBITUARY

Debra A. Griggs

April 10, 1953 – June 30, 2021

Newcomer's Noland Road Chapel

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