Deborah J. Thomas
(nee Warton), age 63. Known as “Debbie” by all who knew and loved her. She was born in Parma, Ohio, on September 17, 1959, the daughter of the late Royal and Helen (nee Kloos) Warton. Debbie passed away peacefully at her Cleveland home on May 29, 2023, in the presence of loved ones, including her long-time friend Donald Thomas. Debbie was born in Parma, grew up in Cleveland, California and New Jersey, and spent her entire adult life in Cleveland. Loving daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and dear friend to many. Debbie most liked socializing with family and friends. Spirited in nature but with a gentle soul, Debbie was kind, warm hearted, and loved children and animals. Debbie enjoyed travel and particularly liked her visits to Florida and Honolulu, Hawaii. Debbie passed away from complications of COPD and tobacco use. She routinely urged people not to smoke and, if they did, Debbie encouraged them to quit, as she recognized the highly addictive nature of cigarette smoking. Consistent with Debbie’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the American Lung Association.