Debra Ann King

June 25, 1954 - March 13, 2025

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Obituary for Debra Ann King

Debra Ann King, age 70, boarded the Heavenly Express Train on Wednesday, March 13, 2025 hastened by the affliction of cancer.

She grew up in Scituate’s village of Humarock which planted her life long passion for the protection of and love for nature, animals and environmental health. Native American culture mirrored her philosophy of cherishing and safeguarding natural resources. She found powerful links between tribal customs of Ireland and Native Americans in their deep respect for the earth and all creatures.

Post education from Scituate schools, Debra commenced working in the financial world which would bring her to a long career at State Street. Leaving the corporate atmosphere behind, she pursued a unique path as she found extreme pleasure in working privately as a companion and chef, she loved to cook, for a Milton resident and delighted in working for a wonderful Pastor and staff in a Milton church. Both jobs offered immense enjoyment. Years elapsed and she joined a fine family business where her proficient skills as company bookkeeper were employed. She last worked there on February 3, 2025, as her love for the owners and co-workers moved her to do her best as long as possible while fighting cancer.

A personality filled with fun plus a zealous zest for life was Debra’s daily course while always relishing times with family and friends. Her infinite love for the water, Humarock Beach, her home on the South River gave her extraordinary happiness.

Debra’s footprints are invisibly etched in the sands of innumerable Cape Cod Beaches. Watching Osprey take flight from their nests at West Dennis Beach brought her tremendous joy as did all animal life.

Now, Debra, we watch as you take flight. You always brought us joy. Until we meet again, we wish you Love and Godspeed.

May the road rise up to meet you…

Beloved daughter of the late Bernard and Dorothy (Baker) King. Devoted longtime friend of Mary Ellen C. Welch of Milton. Loving sister of Michael A. King and his wife Liz of Humarock, and the late Richard Bond Smith. Cherished aunt of Donna Morash and her husband Charles of East Falmouth, Brian Smith and his wife Diane of Plymouth, Derek King and his wife Anne Foley King of Texas, Renee Muir and her husband Timothy of Plymouth and Lisa King of Duxbury. Adoring great-aunt of Marissa, Adam, Daniel, Rachel, Chase, Bailey, Brielle, Cameron and Diamond.

Visiting hours will be held on Sunday, March 16th at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Ave., EAST MILTON SQUARE from 12:00 - 3:00 pm. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend.

Inurnment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Debra may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168 ~ www.dana-farber.org, Milton Animal League, 100 Access Rd., Milton, MA 02186 ~ www.miltonanimalleague.org, or MSPCA-Angell, ATTN: Donations, 350 South Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02130 ~ www.mspca.org.

Services

16 Mar

Visiting Hours

12:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Dolan Funeral Homes and Cremation Services 460 Granite Avenue Milton, MA 02186 Get Directions »
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  • March 16, 2025

    Donna L. Morash

    Words cannot begin to describe the heartache of your illness and loss. You were my Dad's little sister, my aunt, but our relationship was much deeper, more of a sister and best friend. Life will go on but never be the same without you in our lives. The memories of Humarock and beyond will be cherished. Your love for the beach rubbed off on all of us, such compassion and most of all, your humor. There were always plenty of laughs when you were around. Your positive attitude and outlook on life was something to admire, even when you were so sick with that dreaded disease. May you finally have peace and be whole again. Until we meet again dear Debra, we will always love and miss you. Donna Smith Morash

  • March 15, 2025

    Anne Malewicz

    It was always great joy when Debra walked into a room. You knew fun arrived! We will miss Debra's pure joy and humor. Our life's have been so much fuller because she graced us with her presence. God bless you Debra my honorary cousin. Love Anne and Peter Malewicz.

  • March 15, 2025

    Ginny O’Rourke

    She was a sweet, lovely lady who always openly welcomed you with her genuine smile. God bless her on the next leg of her journey. Ginny O'Rourke

  • March 14, 2025

    Patty

    I am so very sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Debbie at State Street and what a wonderful person she was. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. ❤️❤️ Patty Clark