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Ryan, Deborah Lorraine “McCallum” “Debbie” – 57, Bible Hill, passed away suddenly at home on February 4, 2012. Born in Truro she was the daughter of the late William and Reta (Fitzgerald) McCallum. Debbie worked many years as a crossing guard in Bible Hill. She and Frank gave attention to Daniel, a special young man in their neighbourhood. She loved her “scratch” tickets and playing Bingo. Her grandchildren were her life. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who gave freely of her time to all who needed her. She is survived by her husband Francis “Frank”; daughter, Robyn (Greg) Green-Withrow, Salmon River; stepdaughter Connie (Steve) Lumsden; stepson, Michael Russell, all of Salmon River; sisters, Sherry McCallum, Donna (Jimmy) Whidden, Bonnie (Mike) MacSwain, Lena McCallum, Judy Wood; brothers, Stephen (Valerie), Tom (Sue), Wink, Pooker (Joanne), Robbie (Grace); grandchildren, Brittany Lake, Madison and Mirandya Cavanaugh; many nieces and nephews; special family friend , Daniel Petersen; pets, Lucy and Daisey. She was predeceased by sisters, Doreen and Margaret; niece, Wanda. No visitation by request. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, February 9, 2012 at 11 a.m. in Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512 Willow St., Truro with Rev. Fred Whittier officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Colchester SPCA or the Colchester Community Workshops, 168 Arthur St., Truro, B2N 1Y3. Live webcasting of the service will begin at 10:58 a.m. (Atlantic Time) and is available along with donations and condolences at www.colchestercommunity.com

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• Frank,Robyn and Family

  Debbie and Larry Samson on February 11th, 2012

  “It is with great sadness that we hear of Debbie's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.We will always remember our happy and fun times together. Debbie and Larry, Edmonton AB”

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• Bonnie,Mike and Family

  Velma MacKenzie on February 9th, 2012

  “My thoughts and prayers are with at this difficult time.May your lovely memories of your sister give you comfort.”

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• Agood friend Donna and Jimmy

  John BLAIR on February 9th, 2012

  “So sorry to read your sisters death in todays paper. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
  today and the days ahead. I will give you a call after everything settles down
  God bless you both. John Blair”

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• Linda & Sandy Brown-MacKenzie on February 9th, 2012

  “It is with great saddness that we hear of Debbie's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
  Sandy & Linda (Brown) MacKenzie”

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• Robyn

  Ian & Sandra Forbes on February 9th, 2012

  “Our thoughts and prayers go out to you & the girls,Robyn.Your Mom will, of course, be greatly miss.”

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• Robyn

  Rae-Lee Babineau on February 9th, 2012

  “I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Many good memories of growing up with you in Bible Hill. Debbie will be sorely missed by many.
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• Family of the late Debbie Ryan

  Muriel Wright on February 8th, 2012

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• Frank ( Abby ) Green on February 8th, 2012

  “To Robyn, Frank and Family,
  
  I remember Debbie's love and kindness in my younger days in Noel, Nova Scotia. She cooked me many good meals. We got along well. She will always will be remembered. ”

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• Debbie's family

  sylvia Mccallum on February 8th, 2012

  “feb 8th, 2012 sorry to hear of debbie's passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. sylvia Mccallum and family”

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• To Robyn, Brittany Grag and twins

  Daniel Peterson on February 8th, 2012

  “we are so sad that Debbie`s gone she was always there when we needed her we`ll miss going to vist her and Frank and haveing coffie I`ll miss her and her kindness I`ll also miss hanging out with and helping Frank may god be with Frank and Robyn and famly sadly mised the Petersons”

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  Jack, Pat, & Jamie McBurnie on February 8th, 2012

  “Bonnie,Mike,& Family So sorry to hear of Debbie passing. She was so sweet and kind to everyone.Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time..”

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• Debbie,you will be remembered

  Faith Donnachie on February 8th, 2012

  “ Debbie,I will remember all the time we had together on this planet and cherish all those special moments of you putting on my baby shower in your home and always being there for a cup of tea and also special Halloween treats for the young people in the neighborhood.I am sure He has great plans for you and that everyone that knew you will always remember you with great love and appreciation for the way you touched our lives.”

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  Bonnie Carter on February 8th, 2012

  “Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time..he really does only take the best!”

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• Debbie's family

  Bonnie Carter on February 8th, 2012

  “Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time..he really does only take the best!”

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