Obituary for Deborah Van de Putte

Deborah Van De Putte, age 70, of Tucson, AZ. Beloved daughter of the late Joseph and the late Lydia Mazza nee Iannino. Loving sister of Joseph (Diane) Mazza, Steven (Maria) Mazza, Michael Mazza, and Robert Mazza. Proud aunt of Joseph Mazza, Kelly Beaubien, Patrick (Sarah) Mazza, and Michael Mazza; Marissa (Bill) Watt, Ariana (Ryan) Bensyl, and Alexa (John) Balzano; Michael (Brooke) Mazza and Nicholas (Danielle) Mazza; Christina (Jonathan) Wagner, Anthony (Kaitlyn) Mazza, and Michele (Alex) Deleon. Dear grand aunt to many nieces and nephews.

In loving memory of Debbie, whose departure leaves us with heavy hearts. Debbie found solace and joy in the embrace of Tucson, Arizona, where her spirit soared. To those who were privileged to know her, she was a beacon of kindness and compassion, always ready to listen and offer counsel to those in need. As a dedicated professional in the real estate realm, Debbie left an indelible mark on the landscape of Tucson. Her work ethic and kindness touched the lives of her many clients. Though she didn't have children of her own, her heart overflowed with love as she selflessly served as a foster parent during her life's journey and she served often as a source of support and encouragement for her many nieces and nephews. Though Arizona was her home, a piece of her heart was always in Chicago where she grew up with her parents and brothers and our family gatherings were never complete without her. May her soul find eternal peace, and may her legacy of kindness and generosity continue to be an inspiration to us all.

For her friends in Arizona, a funeral Mass will be held in her honor on Thursday, May 23, 2024, 10:00 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, 2727 W. Tangerine Rd., Oro Valley, AZ. 

Funeral Mass Thursday, May 23, 2024, 10:00 a.m. at Saint Juliana Church, 7201 North Oketo Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631.

Interment All Saints Cemetery Chapel, Des Plaines, IL.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to:

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 

501 St. Jude Place

Memphis, TN 38105