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Deborah Brimeyer
DEBORAH BRIMEYER
Van Horne
Deborah Brimeyer, 55, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 22, 2021, at her home in Van Horne.
Debbie was born on May 25, 1966, in Washington, D.C., and moved to Longmont, Colo., in 1967. She graduated from Olde Columbine High School in 1984.
Debbie was a loving mother and a caring friend. She loved camping, swimming and, most of all, she loved animals. Debbie cherished spending time with her family and being outdoors.
Debbie worked most of her working days on the farm. She started her own business in hoof trimming and absolutely loved doing it. Debbie also enjoyed several years as a bartender at Turner Hall in Keystone.
Survivors include her daughters, Jessica Ambrosy of Dubuque and Jami Brimeyer of Madison, Wis.; mother, Mary Lou of Greeley, Colo.; sisters, Anita Cohernour and Cynthia Ann Cohernour; granddaughters, Ellie and Addison Ambrosy; and a special friend and caretaker, Tim Fett of Van Horne.
Debbie was preceded in death by her special dog, Gracie.
Arrangements are being made with Phillips Funeral Home in Keystone.
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