Debra Jean Quirin, 57, Altoona, passed away Saturday at UPMC Altoona, after an extended illness.

Debbie was born in Altoona to the late Joseph "Sonny" and Donna (Laraia) Quirin.

Surviving are her brother, Joseph of Altoona; her sister, Leslie (Richard) Wolfe, of Pittsburgh; and her partner, Susanne Nock, of Altoona.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

She was a 1984 graduate of Altoona Area High School and enjoyed her many years of work at the Altoona rescue mission.

Debbie enjoyed painting, drawing and reading and spending time with her friends and family. She had a fascination with muscle cars.

Friends will be received from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, 2024, in the Santella Funeral Home, where a funeral service will be held following the visitation at 7 p.m. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery.

Donations in memory of Debra can be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Donor Services, P.O. Box 22324, New York, NY 10087or to Project Warrior: Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675