In loving memory of

Debra L. Shinn
July 28, 2013

Debra L. "Debbie" Shinn , age 59, of 4200 Catamaran, Quincy, died Sunday, July 28, 2013, at 12:45 pm in Blessing Hospital.


Debbie was born February 8, 1954 in Quincy, the daughter of Richard  and Norma Priepot Harvey.  She married Michael L. Shinn June 5, 1976 in Calvary Baptist Church in Quincy. He survives.


Debbie was a 1972 graduate of Quincy High School. She had worked at the jewelry counter at State Street Store, Bergner's, and at Emerald City Jewelers. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church where she worked in the AWANA J.V. program, was a member of the choir, and the Praise Team. She was a supporter of Blue Devil Basketball and Quincy University men's and women's basketball teams.
She was also an avid St. Louis Cardinal baseball fan, and loved wearing her jewelry and collecting Barbies.


In addition to her husband Michael, survivors include her parents of Quincy, two sons, Ryan Michael (fiancé', Rebecca Stump) Shinn and Rick Lawrence Shinn, all of Quincy, 2 brothers, Rich K. (Louise) Harvey, Newark, OH and Bruce A. (Mardell) Harvey, Quincy, brother-in-law Kent (Cindy) Shinn, Quincy,
and six nieces and nephews, Justin and Jessica Harvey, Katie Hollensteiner, Karli Harvey, Melissa Bernier and Tyler Shinn.


She was preceded in death by her mother and father-in-law, Velma and Lawrence Shinn.


Services:  Wednesday, July 31, 2013 at 11 am  at Calvary Baptist Church, with Rev. L.D. Grant officiating.


Burial: Greenmount Cemetery


Visitation:  Tuesday July 30, 2013 from 4 until 7 pm at the Hansen-Spear Funeral Home


Memorials: St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital or Blessing Cancer Center


www.hansenspear.com


Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.


Tributes

Paul Bartelt wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"My brother sent this notice to me. Mike, I am sorry for your loss."

Connie & Aurelio Morello wrote on Aug 10, 2013:

"Mike, I knew you and Debbie when I attended Calvary over 30 years ago. I saw you recently when my dad purchased Debbie's Firebird (which will be cared for and loved in her memory). Prayers to you and your family and we are so sorry for your loss..."

Christine Bangert (Smith) wrote on Aug 8, 2013:

"Mike and family, I'm very sorry for your loss. I went to high school with you and Debbie and you were always very sweet people. Debbie was definitely too young. May God Bless and Comfort you during this time."

Richard and Fern Heitholt wrote on Aug 3, 2013:

"Dear Mike and family and Harvey's, We are saddened to know that such a young, vibrant and loved person has departed. It always lifted our spirits to see Debbie. The world was better for having her and you, Mike. We hope God's Blessings and your indelible memories will bring comfort as you face each day."

Howard Ray wrote on Aug 2, 2013:

"Mike, I am so sorry for the loss of your wife, she will be in my prayers. Peace, Howie"

Giuliani Family wrote on Jul 31, 2013:

"Mike & family: Debbie will be missed, she will always be in our hearts as a Wonderful neighbor and a better person. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family."

Ted and Lisa Tenk wrote on Jul 30, 2013:

"Mike, Ryan & Rick, Debbie was such a special person and no words can say how deeply she will be missed. She will always be in our hearts and memories and will miss her joyous laugh. She put up a long and hard fight and now she is in Heaven singing with the angles with her beautiful voice. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers, may God comfort you during this difficult time. Love you all"

Barbara Branson Miedema wrote on Jul 29, 2013:

"Sending my deepest sympathy to the family at this sad time."

Jeff Rosenkranz wrote on Jul 29, 2013:

"I was fortunate to know Deb and Mike through high school. Two of the finest, most honorable people that I have ever met. My heart goes out to you Mike, for the loss of one so young...so kind....so sweet."

Doug & Colette wrote on Jul 29, 2013:

"Mike & family -- Very sad to hear this. Our prayers are with you."