Debora “Debby” Grace
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Debora “Debby” Grace (née Cutler), 84, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026, in Boston, Massachusetts. Born on May 13, 1941, in Bangor, Maine, Debby grew up in Old Town and carried her deep love for the state of Maine throughout her life. Her pride in her Maine roots was a constant, and she never missed an opportunity to remind people that she was a Mainer through and through. Debby pursued higher education at the University of Maine and later at Syracuse University, laying a foundation for a life marked by curiosity, resilience, and devotion to family.
She shared a long and loving marriage with her husband, Alan. Her children, Karen and Daniel (Rachael), brought her immense joy throughout her life, but no one could top the true lights of her life, her five grandchildren—Ellie, Thomas, and Sam Corken, and Will and Peter Grace. She never missed an opportunity to cheer them on from the sidelines and ski slopes or to dive into the lake beside them during summer visits in the Berkshires. Her presence was a constant source of love, encouragement, and warmth, and will stay with them forever.
An avid skier and hiker, Debby embraced the outdoors with vigor. Whether navigating snowy trails or exploring wooded paths, she found peace and joy in nature. She also had a deep appreciation for music and culture, and loved listening to the BSO while sitting on the lawn at Tanglewood every summer. Family traditions were sacred to Debby; she honored them with enthusiasm and passed them down with care. From Thanksgiving to Passover and everything in between, she cherished every opportunity to hold her family close. Debby is survived by her beloved husband, Alan, her children, Karen and Daniel (Rachael), her grandchildren, Ellie, Thomas, and Sam Corken, and Will and Peter Grace, and her brother, Buzz Cutler.
May her memory bring comfort to those who knew and loved her. A funeral will be held on January 7, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Temple Beth Elohim, 10 Bethel Road, Wellesley, MA. Memorial observance will be held at the Grace residence, Wednesday 5:00 – 7:30 pm and Thursday 5:00 – 7:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Debby’s memory may be made to Massachusetts Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center.