Obituary of Marie Debbi

Marie Debbi, 92 Devoted Wife, Mom, Grandmother and Great Grandmother Marie (Battistini) Debbie, 92 of Vineland died Saturday, December 29, 2007 peacefully with family at her side. She was a lifelong East Vineland resident. Marie and her late husband, Michael owned and operated Debbi Farms in East Vineland. She was the matriarch of the Battistini Family. She worked for many years at Kimble Glass and Doughtery Brothers as a glass inspector. Marie was an active member of St. Mary's and Padre Pio Parish. She was the eldest member of St. Mary's School Grandparents Association. Marie was an excellent cook and enjoyed preparing meals for her family and friends. She truly enjoyed the annual family vacation at Sea Isle City NJ. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Lorraine and David Franceschini Sr.; Grandchildren Dave Franceschini, Jr. and Wife Val, Debbie Franeschini and Denise Battelini and husband Albert. Great Grandchildren David Michael Franceschini, Amanda Franceschini, Rebecca Battelini, Victoria Battelini and John Franceschini. Additionally, sisters Betty Ruggeri and husband George, Minnie Molinelli; brother Joe Battistini and wife Pauline and sister Gloria Bylone and husband Herbert, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by husband Michael Debbi, parents Dominick and Mabel (Smaniotto) Battistini; sister Elsie Bononcini and brother-in-law Joseph and sister Anne Battistini. Donations may be made to Saint Mary's School, 735 Union Road, East Vineland NJ 08360