Debra A. Fenton

May 4, 1950 - November 4, 2021

Queensbury – Debra A. Fenton, 71, of Queensbury, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 4, 2021 at her home. She was born May 4, 1950 in Glens Falls, the daughter of the late Lewis C. and Nora Mary Margaret (Sullivan) Fenton. Debbie being raised in Glens Falls, was a graduate of St. Mary’s Academy, and then went on to receive her teaching degree from Plattsburg State. She was a faithful communicant of Our Lady of the Annunciation Church in Queensbury. Debbie was a fourth grade teacher at Queensbury Union Free School District, retiring after 30 years of dedicated teaching. She enjoyed golfing with her friends at Queensbury Country Club, traveling, especially her trips to Hawaii, Ireland and the Grand Canyon and loved watching college football and women’s basketball. She was proud to keep her yard pristine and always enjoyed learning new things. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Mary Lou, aunts, uncles and cousins, whom she loved dearly. Debbie will be missed by many friends from her golf league, teaching associates, neighbors and church members, including Connie Goedert, Laurie Weeks, Cheryl Bilodeau, JoAnn Holmes, who will remember Deb for her quick wit, giving nature and strong convictions. She also leaves behind Maiken Holmes, who was like her adopted daughter. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated 9:30 am on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at Our Lady of the Annunciation Church, 448 Aviation Road, Queensbury. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, South Glens Falls. No calling hours are schedule. Donations in Debra’s memory may be made to The Mary Fenton Fund, c/o The District Treasurer, Queensbury Elementary School, 430 Aviation Road, Queensbury, New York 12804.