Serving the Ohio Valley Since 1949

Obituaries

Deborah S. Firm

10/14/1961 - 12/4/2021

Text:

Obituary For Deborah S. Firm

Deborah S. Firm, 60, of Steubenville, Ohio passed away on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Valley Hospice. She was born on October 14, 1961 in Steubenville, a daughter of the late Robert L. & Charlette Yoder Starliper. Deb was a member of First Westminster Church, where she served as a Sunday School teacher and on the nominating committee. She was a lab technician at UPMC Presbyterian with 35 years of service. Preceding Deb in death were her parents and husband Paul K. Firm.

Deb is survived by two children Ashley Lynn (fiancé Adam Dulak) and Matthew Paul; sister Diana (Sam Vein) Starliper and their daughter Gordana.

Friends may call at First Westminster Church, 235 N. Fourth St., Steubenville, on Tuesday 3-7 p.m. and on Wednesday from noon until the time of services at 1 p.m. with Rev Jason Elliott officiating. Burial at Union Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested to First Westminster Church.

Photos & Video

Add New Photos & Video

Condolences

  • 09/03/2024

    Craig Wagner

    I'm very sorry to learn of Debbie's passing. I will always remember her warm smile, kind words and her sweet disposition. A loving and devoted wife and mother. May you have peace eternal.

  • 09/03/2024

    Rebecca Jones

    Ashley, Matthew & DianaOur deepest sympathies to you. Debbie was such a warm, sweet person. She was a loving daughter, wife and mother. You folks are in our family's prayers.Terry, Rebecca, Nathan Jones & Heather Pulpan

  • 09/03/2024

    Larry and Merica Petrella

    To the Family of Debbie, You have our deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. May She rest in God's loving embrace.

  • 09/03/2024

  • 09/03/2024

    Joseph and Valerie Truini

    Diana and family, Dave, Martha, and Christopher Starliper so very sorry for your loss please know you are in our thoughts and prayers and pray that God will help you through this difficult time

  • 09/03/2024

    Ron Slivka

    So sorry to hear of your loss, prayers to you both, Ashley & Matt.

  • 09/03/2024

  • 09/03/2024

  • 09/03/2024

    Sharon Schaefer

  • 09/03/2024

    Dulak

    Ashley,Matthew and family, Please accept our heartfelt sympathies at this painful time . Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family . Her memory will be eternal. Sincerely,The Dulak family

Add a Candle or Spiritual Image

Click below to add to your message.