Obituary of Debra Jane Hurley

Debra Jane Hurley,39, beloved mother, daughter, sister and friends, went to sing for the angels in heaven, on Monday, April 8, 2024, at Ellis Hospital. 

With a heart full of joy and a soul that radiated love, Debra Hurley graced this world on May 19, 1984, in Phoenix, Arizona. She was known fondly as “Debbie Dino”.

 Debra was a sparkling light in the lives of many. Her vivacious spirit and zest for life were contagious, drawing people towards her like butterflies to a garden. She had the unique ability to make people smile and laugh, a testament to her inherently kind and loving nature.

The verse from Psalm 94:19, "When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy," encapsulates Debra's life.

Debra lived her life to the fullest, never missing an opportunity to make others happy. She always provided others with joy and laughter. Her most important purpose in life were her children, Mari Royale and Levi Jeffrey Thomas, they were her world and the sunshine of her life. She did everything for her children, taking them on countless trips, and cooking for them.  Being a mom was her favorite part of life.

Debra was a free spirit who had a love for dancing, fishing, playing in the dirt, and traveling with her friends to Florida and other places. No one could forget her singing; she sang like an angel, her voice resonating with purity and emotion. Her love for animals, especially her dog Lola was immense, and they seemed to reciprocate her affection. Debra excelled in event planning, creating beautiful Balloon Arch designs.   She was a beloved godmother who always showed up for her nephews, William Keller, and William Morey.

Debra is survived by her loving mother, Karen Hurley, and her devoted sisters, Karen (Rob) Hurley, Annie Barone, Patricia (Sean) Wanser, and Michelle (Peter) Wallace. Her memory will also be cherished by her children, Levi Jeffrey and Mari Royale Thomas; her nephews and nieces, William Morey, William Keller, Ava Morey, Edward Barone, Gus Barone, Shaela Wanser, Kilynn Wanser, Everly Wanser, Haley Keller and Harper Wallace; aunt, Margaret Patricia Hughes; Uncle Jim (Elaine) Hurley; several Hurley and Hughes cousins whom she had a great love for; father of her children, Jeff Thomas.

She was preceded in death by her father, Roy Hurley who adored Debra more than anything, as well as her beloved uncle Frank.

As we remember Debra, we are reminded of the verse from Philippians 4:7, "And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

Let us come together to celebrate the life of Debra, a woman who was not just loved but also admired and cherished for her kind heart, radiant smile, and infectious joy. Family and friends may pay their respects to the family from 4 to 7 pm on Monday, April 15, 2024, at Flynn Bros, Inc. Funeral Home, 80 Main St, Greenwich, NY, 12834.

Her mass of a Christian Burial will be held at 10 am on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich. Her burial will follow in the St. Joseph’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations in her name may be made to any local animal shelter or dog rescue organization.

We invite you to share your cherished memories of Debra and upload photos to her memorial page at www.flynnbrosinc.com.