Deborah Sue Ruple

Published July 17, 2004

Deborah Sue Ruple, beloved daughter, sister-in-law, aunt and friend, died at her home in Lakeside, Calif., July 15, 2004.

She is survived by her mother, Gloria “Patti” Ruple and step-father, Justo M. Aquino of Oak Harbor; aunts, Suzanne Larocque and family, Bea Ruple and family, numerous cousins, step-brothers and sisters and their families.

Deborah was born Sept. 6, 1961, to Chief Petty Officer Vance Noel and Patti Ruple in Naples, Italy. She was predeceased by her father Vance, sister Sharon, brother Vance Jr. (Spike) and her beloved maternal grandmother Betty Ireson.

Deborah was dearly loved and her laughter, quick wit, playfulness, joy of life and loving nature will be greatly missed. Our loss is heaven’s gain.

A celebration of life Mass will be held at Guardian Angels Catholic Church in Santee, Calif., at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 31. A reception will immediately follow the Mass. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.