Deborah Marie Heffentrager's Obituary
Deborah Marie Heffentrager, age 65 of Lewes, DE, passed away Sunday, August 01, 2021, at Delaware Hospice Center, in Milford, DE. She was born February 2, 1956, daughter of late Fredrick D. and Blanche M. Slater.
Debbie grew up near Midway and attended the Cape Henlopen School District. She loved watching hummingbirds, listening to country music, and always had a love for Elvis Presley. Above all, Debbie cherished time spent with those she held most dear. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
In addition to her parents, Debbie was preceded in death by her son, Kristopher Heffentrager, Sr; and her brothers: Donald Slater and Thomas Slater. She is survived by her sons: Shawn Heffentrager and Stephen Heffentrager; her grandchildren: Kristopher Heffentrager, Jr. and Ashley Heffentrager; her brother, Fred Slater; her sister, Carol A. Miller; her best friend, Connie Collins; and a special cousin, Bob Stevenson.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at 11:00 AM, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE, where friends may visit beginning at 10:00 AM.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to Conley’s United Methodist Church, 33106 Jolyn Way Lewes, Delaware 19958.
Please sign the virtual guestbook located on the tribute page.
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, masks are required for any and all persons attending or participating in any aspect of the services.
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