Deborah Ann (Smith) Ibey

Obituary

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Deborah Ann Ibey, peacefully on March 9, 2021 in her 72nd year. Daughter of the late Russell & Ruby Smith of Plevna and loving wife of John Glenn Ibey for 51 years. Beloved mother of Erin (Jody) Gunsinger, Shannon (Jamie) Hickey, and Shiloh (Tim) Riley. Cherished grandmother of Jordana Gunsinger, Andrew Gunsinger, Liam Gray, Hudson Hickey, Sierra Hickey, Jorja Hickey, Quinn Riley and Lachlan Riley. Deborah will be deeply missed by her siblings Carol (the late Jim) Hillier, Dave (Kathy) Smith, her in-laws Patricia (Don) Hanes, Gleva (Chris) Lemke, the late Lillan (Larry) Stearns, along with many nieces and nephews. Deborah was loved by her many friends and community, and will always be remembered for her kind, generous spirit, and her compassion for animals in need. Visitation will take place at Milestone Funeral Center in Northbrook on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 from 2:00pm – 4:00pm, and 7:00pm – 9:00pm. A funeral service will follow on Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at 1:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Deborah can be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or The Kingston Animal Rescue.

The Heart & Stroke Foundation
110-1525 Carling Avenue, Ottawa ON K1Z 8R9
Tel: 1-888-473-4636
Web: https://www.heartandstroke.ca/

Kingston Animal Rescue
Web: https://www.kingstonanimalrescue.com/givenow