Debra Dea Hall
April 11, 1952 ~ August 15, 2020
Debra Dea Hall,68, of Bushwood, MD passed away peacefully with her family by her side on August 15, 2020.
Debra was born in Anacortes, WA on April 11, 1952 to W.D. Angus and Beverly Ladora (Childs) Angus. Debra attended college in California where she met John “JW” Hall. They were married in 1973 and raised four children: Jane, Josh, Justin and Jesse.
In addition to raising four children, she worked as an independent seamstress, a school bus driver, and as a contractor for the United States Postal Service for 14 years. For a short time, she also owned and ran the local video tape store. Debra had a passion for learning and attended College of Southern Maryland with a focus in social work.
She shared her mother’s love of horses and of animals in general. Debra was active with the 4H while raising her nephew Robert Angus and had several sheep during that time. Debra’s St. Mary’s County home was rarely without a stray cat or the family dog.
An avid crafter, the results of her forays into cross-stitch, stained glass, and knitting are displayed throughout her home and those of her friends. Her love of the arts included a passion for the theater, where she deeply treasured sharing the whole city and playhouse experience with those she loved. Debra’s family were the pride and joy of her life and she treasured their family gatherings.
Debra is survived by her loving husband, John William Hall, II; daughter: Jane Hall (Joel Sorli); sons: Josh (Tracy) Hall; Justin (Cristina Baltazar) Hall and Jesse Hall; four grandchildren: Jennifer Alvey, Jessica Alvey, Lilian Hall, and Brendan Hall; great-grandson Jordan Morgan; father: W.D. Angus, brothers John (Shelly) Angus, and Gary Angus; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Debra is preceded in death by her mother.
The family will receive friends on Monday, August 24, 2020 from 9:00am to 11:00AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD; A Funeral service will follow at 11:00 AM in the Funeral Home Chapel with Bishop Josh Darrow officiating. Interment will be private.
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Just learned of Debbie’s passing this morning. I am so saddened to her this. I worked with Debbie for many years at Colton’s Point Post Office. We had many good times at that office, she was always so kind and generous. Her commitment to her job was exceptional. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, she will always be remembered in my heart…. Donna Byrd
I met Debbie in 1991 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in California, MD I was rather new to the area and was very shy and afraid. Debbie Hall was one of the sweetest, kindest people I had ever met. I was struggling through a difficult time in my life and felt as though I was at my wits end. Without the kindness and help offered to me from Debbie I don’t believe I would have been able to survive as well as I have. She helped me to see that I am an important person and that I could survive very well without the person that was missing from my life.
I am so sorry for your loss,
Lori Davis
I am thankful to God for giving me the opportunity of having Debbie as my friend and good example in my life.
My deepest condolences to Debbie’s family. She was so proud of you all. I will miss you stopping by and sharing your daily adventures. R.I.P. sweet lady.
JW and Children and the entire Hall family And Bev So sorry to hear of Debra’s passing. She will be the bright light that will shin down in you all
Love you all you are in our prayers
Jay & Rose
Sending our deepest Sympathy to the Family. We will be keeping you in our prayers. Love, Gloria & Ronnie
I’ve known Debra’s family for many years. Debra and I shared an aunt. Debra’s mom was my babysitter and Debra was my kids babysitter. I was so very sorry to hear of her passing. She was a very kind and caring person. Debra will be missed by so many.But I’m sure her mama was waiting for her with open arms. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family.
Debbie was my friend for over 43 years. She was a kind and gentle soul and a great person to have as my friend. She was generous with her time and her words of wisdom. She gave me so many great memories, from High School and “dragging the gut” to recent trips to tea shops and the Soos Creek Botanical garden to watching her delight at eating at my favorite Japanese Restaurant in Seattle. I was always happy to see her any chance I had and we always felt young when we were together. We both delighted that we each had become Moms and Grandparents over the years as we both treasured our families. I could not help but love her kids and grandchildren the way she talked about them. She was so proud of her kids and grandchildren. As John Denver says in one of his songs, “I lost a friend, but kept his memory.” I always hope to keep her memory and I am a better person for having had her as my friend. I miss her. My heart goes out to her family and friends today and always. Sending you warm thoughts and best wishes. Hugs to you all.
I’m so sorry to hear about Debbie’s passing. She was such a beautiful person inside and out. I have many fond memories of working with Debbie at Abell and going to different events. My thoughts and prayers are with you all
I remember Debbie from highschool and Friday and Saturday night trips to the roller rink in Burlington. Although I have not seen her since high school, I have fond memories of her. my condolences to all of her family.
I grew up next door to Debra. My prayers are with the family. She will be missed. The loss of a sibling and daughter are so sad. My heart aches for you. Remember all the great memories of Debra. This will help you heal. I know how hard it can be.
You all hold onto each other. God Bless Dean’s family.
So many wonderful memories when our boys played baseball and going to the beach.Last time I spoke with Debbie we marveled that our boys had grown to be fine young men. You will be missed Debbie.
Our sincerest sympathy to JW, Jane, Josh, Justin, Jesse and all the family.
She was a very special person and dear friend. She has delivered our mail for many years and we are most grateful. We will miss her very much. To all the family and to her friends, be assured of our love, thoughts and prayers. Rest In Peace dear Debbie. We love you. ❤️
I went to high school with Debbie. She was one of my best friends. We had so many fun times together. She loved her family and was so excited about life. August 15, 1970 Debbie was a bridesmaid at my wedding. (That was 50 years exactly before her death.) Her mother even helped sew the dresses. After she married John we didn’t see very much of each other because they moved back East. But whenever we did see each other or talk on the phone it was as though we had never been apart. I loved her like a sister and will miss her a lot. Her family was so lucky to have her. She loved them with all of her heart.