Dear Gord and family, we are deeply saddened to hear about Deborah’s passing. Please accept our deepest condolences during this very difficult time. We hope the memories you have with Deborah comfort you. We are so sorry for your loss and are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Wow, having just read all the lovely words written about Deb, I wonder that she was able to be so positive and pass on so many great memories and gifts. If I could be just a small part of Deb, my life would be well spent here on earth. How many people leave such an amazing legacy. I too have a basket made by Deb, even more special now. Thinking of you Gord, Robert and Annie.

Our deepest condolences to Gord and the Meyer family.

We have been incredibly lucky to have shared some wonderful memories with Deb and Gord at a number of P&G events throughout the years.

Although it is never easy to cope with one’s passing, we hope that all the special memories and everyone’s immense admiration for Deb will provide some comfort and strength during these difficult times.

Deb will be truly missed but never forgotten.

Ron and Alicia Marcella

We have so many wonderful memories of time spent with the Meyer family and Deb was always at the heart of every gathering: from camping with toddlers in Muskoka to the PEI cottage, where we learned how to weave baskets and devoured heaps of lobster. When we left Toronto for overseas adventures, the Meyers were always keen to help us explore—touring the WWII beaches in Normandy and munching on baguettes for breakfast; hanging out with Yeomans guards in London and enjoying a Yo-Sushi dinner pile-on (where the kids nearly broke their parent’s bank accounts devouring expensive plates of sushi). Throughout it all, Deb’s sense of humour, curiosity, creativity and kindness was a driving force. Here in Toronto, Deb always arrived at a gathering with the most thoughtful gift at hand, sourced from a proprietor in their neighbourhood with whom she had nurtured a special relationship. I admired her ability to connect with people and share their stories. We will miss her so.

Our deepest condolences to Gord, Rob and Annie. Rest in peace, Deb.

As nurses we cared for Deb when she came in for her blood work. Even though our time was brief with her as she had to get on her day to other appointments, we enjoyed our conversations with her. What a special lady. We talked about so many things from movies, travel, cooking, gardening, our families, etc…. Even when she wasn’t feeling well she always asked about us and was pleasant/positive. What a strong and beautiful woman. We will miss you Deb. Our condolences to Gord and family.

Deb was a wonderful neighbour and brightened up every conversation she was a part of. My thoughts go out to Gord and the rest of her family. She will be greatly missed.

Gord- So sad to hear your news. We always enjoyed chats with Deborah at the P&G dances and enjoyed great hospitality at your parties. Deborah will be sadly missed

I live in the condo building where Deborah lived and I always enjoyed her warm smile when running into her on the elevator, and appreciate her generous work on the beautiful plants. Such a lovely person. Sending my condolences.

I'm so sorry to hear this sad news. Deb will be greatly missed at 510. My sincere condolences to Gord and the Meyer family.

One of my absolute favorite people at 510 King! It was always a pleasure to meet (and have cocktails) with Deborah around the building with lovely Gord at her side. My sincere condolences to you Gord and your family.

love, tal

I’m so very saddened to hear about Deb. She was the most positive person! And yes, her smart, subtle humour!!!! I so loved our “teacher talks,” because she so “got it.”I will greatly miss running into Deb in the hall or by the elevators or at our condo parties or helping us with our Green Team initiatives. Deb, you will be missed by so many of your neighbours and friends. Beate 😢❤️

Gord, Robert and Annie

Howard and I were so sorry to hear of Deb’s passing.

For me growing up with Deb was like having a big sister. She gave me my first, of many, perms in Auntie Win and Uncle Bryan’s basement. Back in the day that was a smelly affair.

Deb would invite me into her classroom during March Break and I would help her set up for the next term. I loved going in to help and I know that Deb’s love of teaching propelled me to choose that as my career. One that I loved.

Our thoughts are with you all, hoping that treasured memories bring you joy.

Oxo Elaine Howard and Ruth

Dear Gord and family. I am very sorry to hear of Deb’s passing. Condolences to you and your family. She was a lovely woman. I met her a few times at our P&G parties and she always was so friendly and lovely to chat with. She will be dearly missed but hoping all the warm memories of her help console you and your family. May she rest in peace.

Condolences to you Gord and to your family. So sad to hear this news. I had the privilege to meet Deb often at different events and will never forget her incredible smile. But mostly I got to know her via Gord’s storytelling. She was deeply loved. You will be in my thoughts.

Louis and I would like to offer you and your family our deepest sympathies. We have spent good time with Deborah the kids and ours, together during our stay in Toronto. Great memories that we cherish. Our thoughts are we you and your family during this difficult time. ❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹

Gord, Annie and Rob - my sincere condolences to you and the family. My heart goes out to you. Deb was a wonderful person that I have known for many years. May her soul rest in peace. My prayers and thoughts are with you and the family at this difficult time. Please take care.

Gord - Sending our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this very difficult and sad time. Fondly, Tina + Derek

Gord and family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember how good Deb was with my kids when you had the department over for a swim at your home in Oshawa. She was so patient and kind and a lovely hostess. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

We are very fortunate to have been friends and PEI neighbours of Deb and her family for 25 years. We shared many special times over those years - bonfires on the beach, eagle viewing on the dunes, and great discussions about wildlife, books, and sport. Debs endless kindness, keen sense of humour and wonderful laugh will be so very missed. She will always live on in the hearts and minds of all those whose lives she touched.

We’re so sorry to hear of Deb’s passing. She was a wonderful person with so many talents. We often think of the lovely Thanksgiving we shared a few years ago- such an amazing time. Please know our thoughts are with you. May your many cherished memories bring some peace in the days ahead.

I have taken a few days to cry and come to terms with this devastating news. I have know. Deb since our days at Woodcrest public school. Teaching alongside her was a privilege and she inspired everyone around her to be better. Her students loved her and always strived to make her proud. As our friendship grew I began a to take many trips to visit her in PEI. She was the most amazing hostess. My first visit was with my whole family when my kids were small and she opened her home there and shared her love of all the best local spots. I continued to travel out there almost every year. First with another friend where we shared so many laughs during our attempts at crafting with epoxy- needless to say we made quite a mess but laughed until we hurt. After that my trips were with my mom and I’ll FOREVER cherish these memories that we three ladies created - shopping - basket weaving - and sea glass hunting.

Deb I will miss your positive energy, your wonderful sense of humour, your kindness and support, your caring and thoughtful nature but most of all your friendship. I hope you are at peace and walking along with your parents and your pups! Till we see each other again my friend. Love you ❤️💔

Deb was an amazing talker! Despite her illness she was always upbeat and inspiring! She left behind a lovely family, and it was our great pleasure to get to know 2 of her grandchildren Emily and Abby who are as lovely as freshly bloomed lilacs! We join all of you who are full of sorrow and sadness at this time and pray that her precious memories live on… especially here in PEI…God Bless!!!

Good, so sorry to hear of the passing of Deb. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Kind Regards

I had the good fortune to meet Deb at P&G events over the years and always relished her fantastic smile, wonderful stories and her positive energy. Throughout the years working with Gord I also got to know Deb through the many stories he shared about her and the family and their history and their adventures and these stories were always all full of so much love. Sending my deepest condolences to you Gord and your family. Rest in peace Deb.

So sorry to hear of your family's loss. Condolences during this difficult time.

Sending our deepest condolences to Gordon,Annie Rob, Vicky and all the family. So sorry we didn’t make it out on time to meet Deborah we heard such amazing stories from Annie and Vicky she was an amazing women and welcomed Vicky into her family like one of her own. She was a wonderful baker we are sorry we won’t be able to sample any of the wonderful cakes and bakes that we saw posted on Facebook. Keep strong for each other xx

From the time I first entered Deb’s class to teach visual arts I was mesmerized and in awe of her ability to bring forth the best in each and every child. I loved to be able to come in a little earlier than needed to watch how she worked with her students. She taught with passion, kindness, creativity and incredible knowledge. And ,above all, she did so with respect for every child . This always brought out the best in each and every one her students. . She was an amazing colleague and friend. She will be truly missed. Condolences to Gord, Rob , Annie and families.

I looked up to her. Deb personified "kindness is catching" and she left the world a better place for having been in it. My heartfelt thoughts to Gord, Annie, Rob and family.

Mrs. Meyers stood out during my time at Woodcrest PS as a teacher full of passion, fun and a yearning to teach. As I grew it was wondering to see her on an adult level when she would come into my family’s bakery. Mrs. Meyers was honestly one of the most full-of-life people and genuinely happy spirited women I’ve had the pleasure of meeting. Her love for everything she did was so clear. This is a soul that the world will miss. My deepest condolences to her family and friends ❤️

When I began teaching at Woodcrest P.S. Deb was the veteran of the staff and the leader of the informal welcoming committee. I remember when she and I agreed to shave our heads to help motivate our student to donate to Terry Fox. At that time I was beginning my struggle and Deb just through hers. She was so inspirational. Sadly the Friday “choir” practices ended but for Woodcresters they live on. Deb, a life well lived. My condolences to Gord, Rob and Annie on their great loss.

Deborah was one of our earliest customers at our dessert shop Roselle Desserts in Toronto. Her visits always filled us with positivity and joy and she made our work feel worthwhile and appreciated. This really lifted our spirits during those early years. She always had time to chat and ask how we were doing. We will cherish these fond memories of her. We wish her family well during this difficult time. Deborah was a wonderful person and we are forever grateful for having crossed paths with her. Thank you Deborah.

I am heartbroken to learn of Deb's passing. I was only fortunate to know her for a few years, as one of her neighbours at 510 King, but felt blessed every time I was in her presence. I have missed her since I moved out six months ago, and the world is lesser for her no longer being among us. Much love and condolences to my friend Gord, and to the rest of the family.

My deepest condolences 💐 it was great meeting her as well as I prayed every day and night that she would have gotten better 🤗♥️

Deborah was my very first friend, we were two years old when we met. When my mother and I arrived in Toronto from London, England in 1953 our mothers were introduced and they became firm friends, as did Deborah and I.

I was very blessed to spend time with Deborah and Gord just a few years ago, both at their beautiful home in Toronto and a road trip to PEI. Such wonderful hosts and so much fun to be with. She and I reminisced about our times spent with our mothers who both baked, made jams and shared recipes. Many of which Deborah and I still used to this day.

Deborah had a wonderful smile, a wicked sense of humour and was just one of those people you couldn’t help but like. She brought sunshine into everyone’s life. She was just a wonderful person who adored her family.

Her death is a great loss to all who knew her. She gave so much to everyone she met and especially those she loved.

Although we weren’t always in each others lives, distance in part is to blame for that, she meant a lot to me and I am devastated to know I have lost her.

My heart goes out to her family and I send my condolences to each and every one of them.

Rest in peace dear friend xox

Our mothers

Many P&G events with Gord and Deb over the years. Great evenings with them in Distillery District theaters and TIFF enjoying both the entertainment and usually a lovely dinner at a downtown Toronto restaurant. Sharing family stories about our kids and grandkids. Rest In Peace Debbie. Your dear friends Marie and Eugene

I have fond memories of teaching with Deb at Adelaide, before she settled at Woodcrest, and of knowing Rob and Annie as students there. Deb was a dynamic, passionate educator and a kind and loving soul. She will be deeply missed.