Debra Holly Vanderveen (née Howarth)

APRIL 29, 1957 – FEBRUARY 17, 2026
With deep love and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Debra Vanderveen (née Howarth), born April 29, 1957, to Bridie and Norman Howarth. She passed away on February 17, 2026, at the age of 68, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Nearly ten years ago, Debra was given just six months to live. True to who she was, she faced that diagnosis with strength and determination, choosing to focus not on the illness, but on truly living e