Deborah G. Katz

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It breaks our hearts to announce the passing of Deborah G. Katz on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. Her service will be graveside at Beit Olam East Cemetery, in Wayland MA on Friday August 11th at 11:00am. This will be followed by a celebration of life at Copper House Tavern in Waltham, MA at 12:30pm

Deborah, or Debby, as she liked to be called, was a strong, educated woman. Debby grew up in Flatbush Brooklyn, NY where she lived with her two brothers, her parents and her grandparents. She attended Stony Brook University for her bachelors in computer science, where she met her best friend and roommate, Linda Ropollo. Debby then decided to move to New Castle, England, where she studied for her masters in computer science. She worked for 40 years as a dedicated Software Engineer.

Debby was a lover of many things, whether that be puzzles, movies or jaffa cakes. It was easy to bring an infectious smile to her face. She loved art, books, mysteries and just life itself. Truly, one of the most optimistic people you would ever meet.

Debby is succeeded by her loving husband, Glenn Gerhardt and her caring daughter, Anna Gerhardt. Her brother Harold Katz and his wife Julie Katz. Harold’s two daughters, Amadea Katz and Leah Katz, as well as their son-in-law Omar Black and granddaughter, November Black. Her brother Hyman Katz and his wife Gisele Katz. As well as Hyman’s daughter Sharon Katz and her husband Gary Chase. Hyman’s Son, Samuel Katz and his wife Julie Katz, with their two children, Miles Katz and Zoe Katz.

Debby had a fantastic friendship circle, including her best friends Barbara Fox, Jim Dempsey, Heidi Dempsey, Linda Ropollo and Jackie Foster. As well as a  fellow group of friends she dubbed the Mitre club, whom she would meet with every few weeks for dinner and chit-chat.

Debby was loved by many and now will be missed by many. Her energy and love continue to surround everyone who had the amazing opportunity to get to know her.