Deborah Karas

October 6, 1956 ~ September 18, 2017

KARAS - Mrs. Deborah L. Karas aged 60 passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2017. She was preceded in death by her mother, Maureen Gately; sister, Diane Karas. Surviving are her husband of 42 years, Steven; daughters, Jennifer Karas Boggiano, Brandy (Brandon) Hobbs; grandchildren, Gabe and Tayah Boggiano, Nolan Hobbs; father, Perry Coffman; stepfather, John Gately; brothers, Perry “Mike” (Tina) Coffman, Shane Coffman; sisters, Cindy (Steve) Kranenberg, Laura Coffman, Renee Blett; nieces and nephews, Brook and Brandon Kranenberg, Taylor and Paige Balczak, Samantha Karas, Justin, Kayleigh, Jacob and Shayna Coffman, Christopher and Travis Blett. Funeral services will be held 10:00AM Saturday, September 23, 2017 at the Stegenga Funeral Chapel, 3131 S. Division Ave. Her family will greet relatives and friends Friday from 6 to 8PM and one hour prior to the services on Saturday. Interment Blain Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. To share a photo, memory and sign the family’s online guestbook please visit www.stegengafuneralchapel.com To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Deborah L. Karas please visit our Sympathy Store.

Cemetery Details

Blain Cemetery
Grand Rapids, MI, 49548

Visitation

SEP 23. 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM (EDT)

Stegenga Funeral Chapel - Wyoming

3131 S. Division Avenue

Wyoming, MI, 49548

https://www.stegengafuneralchapel.com

Leave Your Tribute Message

September 26, 2017 8:00pm

So many memories to share. Its hard right now to pinpoint just one. I see memories in pictures, like a movie, that I wish So badly I could rewind and live all over again. I remember growing up with lots of family around, where there was always commotion and loud conversations in the kitchen, lots of big family Christmas's. Vacations driving all over the country in a big Oldsmobile. Mom cutting my hair on the old stool in the kitchen. Puddle hopping in our rain boots and umbrellas. The excitement in Mom's eyes the day she found out she was going to be a grandma. Watching the kids sitting at the kitchen table with their grandma, overhearing their cute little dialogues, talking and reading and coloring lots of pictures. Big hugs that seemed to last forever (she never let go right away), she always held on a little bit longer. I remember picking up the phone to call her anytime I had something to tell her. She was always my first call, no matter if It was good news or bad news. Either way, she would always love me just the same. Silly giggling filling the house when the grandkids were around, making Grandma laugh. Mom's big reach as she'd lean up to hug and kiss Dad in the kitchen. A million pictures fill my head, make me smile, make me sad.

- Jennifer Boggiano

September 26, 2017 8:00pm

Jennifer Boggiano lit a candle in memory of Deborah L. Karas

- Jennifer Boggiano

September 26, 2017 8:00pm

Thank you so much Sue, she always had a lot of respect for you and wished you the very best.

- Jennifer Boggiano

September 21, 2017 8:00pm

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September 20, 2017 8:00pm

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September 20, 2017 8:00pm

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September 20, 2017 8:00pm

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September 20, 2017 8:00pm

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September 20, 2017 8:00pm

I just heard about Deb Steve, so sorry for your loss!

- Bryan Kapteyn

September 19, 2017 8:00pm

So sorry for your loss. Deb and I were friends in Jr. High and High School. She was a sweet soul and a friend on Facebook for a few years. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. She will be missed dearly.

- Linda (Hohenstein) Laven

September 19, 2017 8:00pm

1 file added to the album Memories Album

- Cindy Kranenberg

September 19, 2017 8:00pm

What a nice picture of the two of them, Cindy! She sure did love everyone so much!

- Jennifer Boggiano

September 19, 2017 8:00pm

Dear Steve, Jennifer, Brandy, Perry, Mike, Cindy, Laurie and Renee,  I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Although I haven't seen Debbie in over 20 years, I still remember what a warm and friendly person she was. Her radiant smile always made me feel welcomed and comfortable. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.  Sue Wilson (Shayna's mom)

- Susie (Shayna's mom)

September 19, 2017 8:00pm

Can't even look at these pics. I love you gouts and I loved your Mom. Heaven got a spunky one!

- kelly benson

September 19, 2017 8:00pm

Such a Beautiful, bright, and happy lady. So very sad

- Tami Stedman




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