Debra G. Gardner, (nee-Haws), 59, of Amherst passed away Tuesday April 7, 2020 at U.H. Amherst Hospital following a brief illness. She was born July 26, 1960 in Oberlin and was an Amherst resident for most of her life. Debra worked as a sales clerk at Wal-Mart in Lorain, was a 1979 Firelands High School graduate and enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Survivors include her husband of 38 years, George; daughters, Brandi (Brandon) Littlefield and Brittiany (Jonathan) Eber; grandchildren, Ariana, Brayden and Camryn; sister, Patricia Hanmer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Stella Haws, 1 sister and 3 brothers. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be announced at a later date. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Friendship Animal Protective League 8303 North Murray Ridge Rd. Elyria, OH. 44035. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home and Cremation Services 38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd. Elyria. Online condolences may be expressed at www.laubenthalmercado.com

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