"Paul, Sierra and Andy, you are in our thoughts and prayers and have our deepest sympathies for your loss. I've known Deborah for most of my years working at Farm Family and had the pleasure of working for her directly for the last 5 years or so. She was the best boss I ever had. She never had a cross word and always worked to assist me in any way possible. Whether in person or on the phone there was always a smile on her face or in her voice. She listened when needed and offered advice when warranted. Please take comfort in knowing that she had such a positive influence on all that knew her. She is greatly missed.Brett and Traci Blackwell"
In loving memory of
Deborah Mary Strattner
October 7, 1953 - November 9, 2017
Deborah Mary Strattner, 64, of Newport died peacefully Thursday, November 9, 2017 at home surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with cancer. Deborah was born October 7, 1953 in Rockville, C.T. She is survived by her husband Paul Mott Strattner, her daughter Sierra Rose of Brooklyn, NY and her son Andrew Joseph of Newport, R.I. She was predeceased by her mother Helen (Loalbo) Ashland and her sister Gail Slajda. She leaves behind her beloved father Andrew (Mickey) Ashland, sister Kathy Ahearn both of Rockville, C.T. and many aunts, uncles, brothers and sisters in-law, cousins, nieces and nephews. Deborah graduated from Rockville High School and earned her B.A. in English at the University of Connecticut. She went on to a successful forty one year career in the Property Insurance Business, primarily in management. Besides business Deborah had a passion for gardening and earned a Master Gardner designation. She had a lifelong love for the ocean and enjoyed many summers at the family cottage in Seabrook Beach, N.H. Her varied interests included flying, knitting, creative writing, antiques and old houses. She was an active parishioner at St. Josephs Church in Newport, RI. Deborah was a wonderful wife, a devoted mother and made her home a sanctuary for family and friends. The crater she left behind will be difficult to fill, she is deeply missed. Calling hours will be held on Friday December 1, 2017 from 5:30PM-7:30PM at Hambly Funeral Home, 30 Red Cross Avenue, Newport RI.A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on December 2, 2017 at 10:00 AM in St. Joseph's Church 5 Mann Avenue / Broadway, Newport, RI. Burial will be private. A Celebration of Her Life will be announced at a later date. Memorial donations can be made to Paul Strattner c/o Memorial Funeral Home PO Box 3486 Newport, R.I. 02840. Visitation DEC 1. 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM Hambly Funeral Home 30 Red Cross Ave Newport, RI, US, 02840 info@memorialfuneralhome.com http://www.hamblyfuneralhome.com Mass DEC 2. 10:00 AM St. Josephs Church 5 Mann Avenue Newport, RI, US, 02840
Tributes
"Basket of Memories was purchased for the family of Deborah Mary Strattner."
"Love Everlasting Bouquet was purchased for the family of Deborah Mary Strattner."
"Sierra and family,We just wanted to send our thoughts and prayers to you all. Deborah was a wonderful woman with a gentle smile. She will certainly be missed by all of us. Your friends from KiRa Salon"
"My sincere and heart-felt condolences to you Paul. for the loss of your beloved wife Deborah who left an indelible mark on all those that knew her. Please find comfort in knowing that Deborah is in the loving hands of our Heavenly Father."
"Such a beautiful photo and knowing she's in the gardens of God. Paul, Sierra and Andy our deepest sympathy. A loving neighbor and friend will be missed terribly . Love Nadine and family"
"Dear Paul, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Robin"