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Deborah “Debbie” MacDonald
1954 – 2026
Deborah “Debbie” Anne MacDonald of Bay du Vin, New Brunswick, passed away at her residence on April 14, 2026, at the age of 71 years.
Born in Chatham, New Brunswick, on October 4, 1954, she was the daughter of the late Erwin and Linda (McLenaghan) Gilliss. Debbie enjoyed her time working at Tim Hortons.
Debbie is survived by daughter, Trinda of Toronto, Ontario; son, Jeffery of Toronto, Ontario; three grandchildren; three sisters: Kathy of Napan Bay, New Brunswick, Judy of Bay du Vin, New Brunswick, and Winnie of Miramichi, New Brunswick; three brothers: David of Napan Bay, New Brunswick, Randy of British Columbia, and Terry of Miramichi, New Brunswick; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was predeceased by her parents; and brothers: Keith, Stephen, Dougie, Reggie, and Kenny.
As per Debbie’s request, there will be no visitation or funeral service. Interment will be held at a later date.
As expressions of sympathy, donations to a charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family.
Arrangements are entrusted to Adams Funeral Home Ltd., 140 King Street, Miramichi, New Brunswick, E1N 2N9, telephone (506) 773-3492. Memories and condolences may be shared online at www.adamsfh.ca
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