Deborah Dale (Rowley) McConnell, 73, of Tarpon Springs, Florida, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2025 under the care of Accent Care @ Mease Dunedin Hospice.
Born on November 8, 1951 in Daytona Beach, Florida. She was an LMT Licensed Massage Therapist. She was known for her kindness, love of shelling on the beach and collecting sea shells. She is survived by her Son and Daughter, 5 grandchildren, 2 Sisters, Brenda Sandberg and Sharon Kaskie, 1 niece, 4 nephews, 1 great nephew, and 2 lifetime best friends, Michela Johnson and Terri Armstrong.
She will be forever in our hearts!
She is preceded in death by her parents, Mary Lou Fain McLellan and Donald Dale Rowley. There will be no public service. Cremation provided by Abbey Affordable Cremation and Funeral Services.
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I met her about 15 years ago at my Eyes Wide Open Center in Bonita Springs. From the very beginning, we shared so much in common—our birthdays, our passion for massage, and our deep interest in alternative health. I still remember her warm smile and the kindness she radiated. Yet, I also recall the pain in her eyes when her beloved home in Sanibel was devastated by a hurricane a few years ago. It was a terrible blow, one that left her grappling with questions and heartache. How could something so tragic happen to someone so gentle and caring? When she stayed at my guesthouse after the hurricane, our dog fell in love with her! Though we haven’t connected since our birthdays last year, I carry her memory in my heart. She was a kind soul, and I know she will be deeply missed by all who came close to her.
Sharon, Brenda and Family! Hold on to memories of Debra’s kindness, love, and shelling for comfort! Lean on friends and family for strength and always know how much you are cared for…Debra and family will be remembered in my daily prayer! May God’s perpetual light shine on Debra and give her eternal rest and peace in Jesus name! Amen