Debi Simpson Debi Simpson, 64, of Ozark, Missouri passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, October 22, 2020. She was born on July 14, 1956 in Warren, Pennsylvania to Bob and Julie Schmader. In 1964 her family moved to Rockledge, Florida where she spent time developing many lifelong friendships, going to the beach and attending school. She wasContinue Reading
Debi Simpson
Debi Simpson, 64, of Ozark, Missouri passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, October 22, 2020. She was born on July 14, 1956 in Warren, Pennsylvania to Bob and Julie Schmader. In 1964 her family moved to Rockledge, Florida where she spent time developing many lifelong friendships, going to the beach and attending school. She was a natural athlete, with an outgoing personality that was highlighted by her performances on the gymnastics team and cheerleading squads in high school. She graduated from Rockledge High School in 1974 where she met and would later marry her high school sweetheart, Bill. They celebrated their 45 year anniversary in August.
She cherished and adored her family and loved being a wife and mother. Debi dedicated her life to caring for and supporting her husband and children, and was intensely focused on raising her sons Andrew, Steven, and Matthew. With a passion for education she volunteered on numerous school committees and community projects, developing a reputation for positive action and achieving results, not only for her children but all children. She helped many parents navigate the educational curriculum and programs which allowed many children to access little known opportunities to achieve academic success.
Debi was an intelligent, intuitive, knowledgeable and caring person who made friends easily, while letting them know they were important to her. Friends and acquaintances alike, frequently sought her out for council on many of life’s challenges from raising children, educational guidance, relationship advice and insights on accomplishing goals.
She courageously battled cancer, choosing to live as normal a life as possible, displaying amazing grace, bravery and strength against this terrible disease, all the while focusing on her family and others, not dwelling on or burdening others with her illness. She leaves behind a loving family and friends who cared for her dearly. We have been so blessed to have her at the center of our lives and our beautiful memories of her remain forever…her smile, her laugh, her beauty, her love of life, and her intense love and dedication to her family.
Debi is survived by her husband Bill, sons Andrew (Jelena), Steven and Matthew, her father Bob and sister Bobbi (John).
A private mass will be at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church under the care of Greenlawn Funeral Home East.
left a message on November 3, 2023:
Missing my BFF today and always!
left a message on July 31, 2022:
Bill, I am so sorry for your loss. Although I did not keep in contact with Debi over the years, I will never forget her beautiful smile or her unconditional friendship. She was so vibrant and full of life. It is difficult to comprehend that she is not part of this world anymore, but I know she is with Jesus now.
I was a bridesmaid in your wedding, on the gymnastics team with Debi and we were both cheerleaders. She was a gifted athlete. I will always treasure my memories of Debi.
left a message on December 7, 2020:
Debi was so thoughful, caring and a wonderful individual.
We talked many times on the phone about her husband and sons which she adored so much, and the gift of life. She surprised me one day and brought me a batch of homemade brownies because we had talked on the phone so much she had to meet me. Debi will be forever missed
Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
left a message on November 1, 2020:
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left a message on October 31, 2020:
Bill I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers of comfort for you and your sons.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
left a message on October 29, 2020:
Deepest condolences from Rori and Nickeey Salmon
left a message on October 29, 2020:
We lift you up unto the Lord
In this time of grief,
We pray the Lord will be to you
The comfort that you need
And when you have no answers
To all the questions 'why',
Know that God is in control
And is there by your side
He understands the way you feel
And knows the loss you face,
So rest in His eternal love,
For there, you'll find His grace.
© By M.S.Lowndes
Debi was a dear friend since 1996. Deepest sympathy and condolences to her beloved family Bill, Andrew, Jelena, Steven, Matthew, other family members left behind and the many friends who loved her. She will be deeply missed.
left a message on October 29, 2020:
My condolences and prayers are with all of you. Debi was my friend, neighbor and my confirmation sponsor at St. Mary's church when we were young, which meant hours of "practice" every Saturday down on our knees at church until the main event. To do that for me was such a special blessing. She was such a kind, loving and giving person, even as a teenager. She will always have a special place in my heart.
left a message on October 29, 2020:
My deepest condolences to Bill, Andrew, Steven, Matthew, Uncle Bob, Bobbi and John. May she Rest In Peace.
left a message on October 28, 2020:
I will love you always. I was so proud to be your “Little Sister”. Til we meet again.
left a message on October 28, 2020:
Debi was one of my dearest friends. I loved Debi and she loved her family. She was kind and generous to everyone and always had a sincere heart for those less fortunate. Doris
left a message on October 28, 2020:
This description so aptly fits Debi. She was one of the most positive and courageous people I have ever know. She was also so selfless. Always focusing on the other person rather than herself. I am so glad our paths crossed and I got know this very special lady.
left a message on October 28, 2020:
This description so aptly fits Debi. She was one of the most positive and courageous people I have ever know. She was also so selfless. Always focusing on the other person rather than herself. I am so glad our paths crossed and I got know this very special lady.
left a message on October 28, 2020:
Very sorry to hear of Debi’s passing I will always have good memories of Debi. When with her, she always talked about her sons and Bill. She will be missed prayers for her family. Mickie
left a message on October 28, 2020:
"Those we hold closest in our hearts never truly leave us. They live on in the kindness they have shared and the love they brought into our lives."
Our deepest condolences to you and your family
left a message on October 28, 2020:
God looked around His garden
And found an empty place.
He then looked down upon the earth
And saw your tired face.
He put his arms around you
And lifted you to rest.
God’s garden must be beautiful
He always takes the best.
He saw the road was getting rough
And the hills were hard to climb,
So He closed your weary eyelids
And whispered “Peace be thine”.
It broke our hearts to lose you,
But you didn’t go alone,
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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