This day brings so much sadness for me - my whole life I wanted to be like Auntie Debbie - beautiful, kind, educated, funny, the epitome of grace and such a strong Christian woman. I always thought she was just like what I imagine a southern Belle to be like.  I was blessed to have her for 52 years. She was my first phone call when things went sideways - I always wanted to know how she would handle something.  It’s been a struggle trying to find my own answers but I know what her answer really is - I can hear her say “Pray about it” in my head. So that’s what I do.

Auntie- you would be so proud of your family for their strength and faith. Sending you love to the Heavens. 

I was shocked to discover that Debbie passed away! I grew up with her family in Dawson Creek back in the 50's and 60's. Please contact me, Paul Jordan, at 7789920001. She was very close to my Mom, Bunty Jordan, as my Mom and Fern McKee were best friends.   Debbie always kept in touch with Mom at Christmas, and we wondered why she didn't in 2020.
We (my twin brother Mike) played together constantly as children; she lived down the block from us on 93rd Avenue, and her older sisters baby sat us. My sincere condolences .

Dear Family
Your Mom was such a special lady and friend.  She could make a situation better by just listening and adding her love and input to the conversation.
Have hope in tomorrow, have faith in the everlasting and take comfort in the love of friends and family.
She has left a beautiful legacy.   We will truly miss her laugh, quick wit and the love she so freely shared.

I'm going to miss you Deb.  We had a lot of good times together.  I remember sitting on the patio at Earl's in Saskatoon having a good time, enjoying appetizers and drinks only to realize neither one of us had any money to pay the bill so we had to be rescued.  Thank you to Baron for bringing Deb to our 40th anniversary in Calgary.
It meant a lot to me and it was wonderful to see Deb again.  My condolences to your family and may you rest in peace.  You deserve it.
You're good friend,
Patsy

Bree,Barron and Leah, Im so sorry for the loss of your Mom.Debbie was a real treasure.My favorite memory of her was almost every year we would see each other at the Kinsmen Christmas Hamper event.She would always greet me with that beautiful smile of hers and a big hug,we would have a quick visit and catch up.She was so proud of you all .I really didnt see her often enough,but every time she drove by my house she would either slow down or stop.........and always with that beautiful smile on her face no matter what.I will miss her.       Love and Blessings,   Wendy


Hello, 

This message comes from Debs kids. We will be grieving and celebrating Moms life tomorrow at September 8 at 1 pm at Glory Hills Cemetery. Please feel free to attend the outside socially  distance event in person, on the live stream at HTTPS://YOUTU.BE/D7ICG-BNWS8 or live local broadcast on the radio at 103.5 FM. 

As I read all the beautiful tributes to Debbie, I want to say, yes, she was that and more, for her whole life. She was true to her word and followed everything through to completion. Debbie was relentless about things that mattered, more than anyone I’ve known. In her ‘heart of hearts’ Debbie was a true academic. She thrived on learning, thinking, questioning, deliberating, and resolve. We loved our times together, whether it was in the Okanagan on the boat or her place in Stony Plain. It wouldn’t take long for our conversation to lead to the multiple books we were reading simultaneously, our intense interest in Christian apologetics, our favourite apologists, Nabeel Quereshi, Ravi Zacharius, John Lennox, past debates, and debates to come. We never read novels, I guess that’s why we liked People Magazine. We shared a love of hockey, and enjoyed many games during the Gretzky/ Oilers glory years with Debbie’s primo seats in the Coliseum above the goalie.  I was a huge fan of Yari Kurri. It was no surprise that soon after the celebration of his jersey retirement and raising to the rafters I received a large envelope with every piece of Yari Kurri paraphernalia from the event.  Debbie was so very interesting, I believe because she was so genuinely interested in everyone she encountered. If things were important to you it was important to her to the detail. Debbie loved talking about our parents, her children and Macy and Willa, all of our brothers and sisters and their families, and her dearest friends, so lovingly. As you see, I could talk about her forever. Debbie was the best daughter, mother, nana, sister, auntie, and friend. Debbie was the best of us. I do not know life without her. As my broken heart heals, there will be a part that never heals, that will be quietly longing for that time when I will see her again with my parents, and my brother Mark, for eternity. The Lord’s goodness has blessed our family for generations and we are so grateful. Love Lolo

I worked with Deborah a few years back. She was a beautiful person, inside and out. She was kind and sweet. We met last year and she was so happy to see me. It was really sad to hear of her passing.I will always remember her beautiful smile. She will be missed. 
Condolences to her family.

As each Family member grieves, especially: 
Leah, Bree, Barron & Debbie’s,(Dear Grandchildren). 
Forever remember;
Angles are always near to whisper
 [Your Mom, Grandma or Loved one, “Debbie,” is safely in God’s hands.]
From reading the other heartfelt condolences; 
I’ve missed meeting a beautiful fellow Christian. 
Debbie Timmons was my husband Wade’s relative on the Barron side. 
Her passing brings him deep sadness. 
Our Christian Faith stands combined with others; 
that the promises of God, "Debbie believed in”, are ‘true’.
May the Hope of heaven give you peace, & 
the tender Touch of God’s “Agape” Love bring everyone comfort.
Sincerely: Wade & Lizzie Barron
Edmonton, AB


Debbie Timmons is a beautiful child of God who lived what she believed. Debbie demonstrated what it meant to love the Lord with all her heart, soul, and mind, and to love others as herself.
She was my lovely friend, my bible study cohort, my fiercely loyal prayer partner. Deb was a spiritual mentor who taught me so much about out Lord and His Word. She would, however, be rather embarrassed by all the tributes and praise. She would only want her life to honour and glorify God. She enjoyed life to the full, loved to laugh and party with friends and family. She did, however, see herself as flawed and imperfect but knew she was forgiven and saved by grace. Deb was so smart and she did not suffer fools gladly. She had a razor sharp wit and you did not want to mess with her if you crossed  her line of what she believed was right and just.
Debbie has raised three beautiful children who are so like her. They have demonstrated inexhaustible devotion and courage through this hard journey of suffering.
How they love her!
How I love her!
How she loved Jesus!

Our heartfelt condolences to Bree, Barron and  Leah  on the passing of their mother,
We haven't known Debbie for a long time but were fortunate in meeting  her at Barron and Becky's residence for the birthdays of  her granddaughters Macy and Willa. 
We enjoyed the company of Debbie,as she was very engaging and had an interest in everyone.  We can see why Debbie had so many wonderful  things mentioned about her by those that knew                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              her for many years, such as her beautiful nature, her love for the Lord, her love of life, being a model person as a student, and  so many more wonderful attributes.
She will surely be welcomed in Heaven and as the song  says  "Welcome to Heaven my child".

Bev and Wayne Meyer

To my  Dear Friend Debbie, 
I’ll miss your smile and our giggles together. I’ll miss our walks and tea dates. I’ll miss our conversations about our beautiful children and grandchildren.  You’ve always walked with the Lord beside you and with his love and guidance you have been a light to me.  May your light continue to shine into your families lives to give them peace through their sorrowful days. ❤️

Debbie leaves a legacy of Faith,Love, Kindness  and Strength.  I always felt more peaceful in her presence. She was truly an angel on earth as she will be in Heaven. Her sweet Mother Fern would be so proud!!  

I had the privilege of having Auntie Deb in my life for 52 years. Countless sleep overs, phone calls and conversations. She has been my mentor, and my friend and I will miss her deeply. Auntie Deb was the person I called when things went sideways. No matter the circumstance, she listened, loved unfailingly and helped. Auntie Debbie was the most  faithful servant of God and allowed God’s will in all aspects of her life, leading by example and grace. She loved with her whole heart and I was so very blessed to be loved by her. I know that every one of my cousins had the same relationship - we all thought we were her favourite.  I am so sad but also so grateful. I know she is walking on streets of gold with my grandparents, Uncle Mark and my Dad. She is pain free, smiling that beautiful smile and watching over us all.  It’s surreal writing this as I thought she would live forever and I’m feeling the overwhelming depth of all of our loss. I love you and I miss you, until we meet again!

For all those who know Hilary, becoming her husband to all those that adore her and know her was, well,  a bit intimidating.  Perhaps the most accepting and unassuming person I had met in Hil’s life was Debbie! From day one she showed me a love and acceptance above anyone other and I instantly knew she was a person who resembled the love of Jesus.  We are moved by her example and are at peace knowing she went to her Lord with open arms.  Be at peace sweet Debbie. Love, Curtis and family. 

deb was my godmother, I cant even begin to put together words about how amazing Deb was. She was truly one of a kind. She will be truly missed ❤

Debbie is one of my best friends. The world has lost the most wonderful, loving, caring, funny, uplifting, and genuine person. Debbie and I met in 1977, she is my daughter, Taylor’s, God Mother and we know her as Auntie Debbie. We have lived thousands of miles apart for many years, but have never been far in our hearts. We would talk on the phone as if we were in the same city, not different countries. And our phone calls would last for hours! We never had enough time to say all that we wanted to say. So many years, so many stories, so much love 💕 She is a beautiful person, inside and out...the best there is. I have a hole in my heart but am so grateful for our memories. I love you Deb and you will forever be in my heart ❤️  daz


I will miss my cousin we always had good times as kids althought we didn,t get together much later in life we we did it was great . love Grant & Kim Mckee

My sincere condolences to Leah, Bree and Barron - you were your mum's pride and joy.  She will always live on in your hearts.  You provided such loving care of your mum in the last several months which she truly appreciated.  And, to the rest of the family I extend my sympathies.  To Deb family was everything.
I met Deb in Grade 10 and along with Linda we became the three musketeers, sharing our friendship all through high school and graduation.  I am glad we could have that one last visit to reminisce about the good old days.

Heaven certainly has gained another angel. My deepest condolences to Bree, Barron, Leah and all of Deb's siblings.
Although months and  sometimes years passed without seeing each other, we still had a connection that I will cherish. We never missed Christmas and Birthday wishes for each other through the years.
I'll always remember how Deb went out of her way to welcome me into the Timmons family and our friendship grew from there. I'm still in shock and heartbroken that we never got to have that coffee date to catch up. I send love and hugs and pray for comfort and peace for the family.

I went to school with Deb in Dawson Creek.  While many people during their time in high school were often self-absorbed, Deb was different.  She always had a kind work and was respected and loved by all her classmates.  Deb, the world will miss your smile and your heart.

Debbie came into my life in the latter part of the 1960s when she was one of my students at Frank Ross school in Dawson Creek  B.C. where she was not only a model student in the classroom but also an ever-present contributor to school affairs, thereby winning the admiration of the administration, the staff and her fellow students. 

As expected, we went our separate ways and we lost contact for many, many years until 2019 when Fate and circumstances brought us together again when Debbie and  three of her Dawson Creek  friends attended a concert by my choir in Edmonton. What a joy to see them among the audience members. Even better, we found time to get together for an evening meal during which we exchanged precious friendship and lots of memories. 

I am so grateful that we had that meeting. It rekindled so many happy times. 

My life is emptier at Debbie's passing. I can only be thankful that she was in it.

Condolences to her family from an old friend.
JIM KNIGHT, BURNABY B.C. 

My heartfelt condolences to the family, I can't express what your mom or your families kindness has meant to me over the years. Knowing that my "bonus grandma" was just a quick zip across the alleyway, with an open door, a pot of tea and some sage advice was amazing growing up. She was one of the kindest most selfless ladies I've ever had the pleasure of knowing.  She will be greatly missed. The world isn't quite as bright without her.

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Deb. I worked with her for many years at Ford Credit and attended the same church. She was always a kind and encouraging woman and I will remember her with fondness. I know she has gone to be with our Lord and I celebrate that ❤️ My deepest condolences to her family and friends that will miss this dear sweet woman ❤️

My sincere condolences to all of you. Debbie will be greatly missed. She was truly a beautiful lady, inside and out. 


My family and I are heartbroken to hear this devastating news. I personally am so deeply saddened to hear of your loss, my heart goes out to the family and my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Debbie was truly a very unique beautiful soul, she was one of the most wonderful, caring, kind hearted person I’ve ever met and I will hold her forever in my heart. 


My thoughts and prayers with your family at this difficult time. Debbie was a special lady and I have many fond memories of her, Jim, Myron, Cathy and my Mom (Monica) and Dad (Denis) at our house in Sherwood Park. 

OBITUARY

Deborah Fern McKee Timmons

Passed away on AUGUST 30, 2020

Parkland Funeral Services

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