Debra Lynn (Van Wie) Govostes – 57, from Eden, New York; Cheshire, CT and North Reading, MA, passed away on Tuesday, February 5th, after a prolonged battle with cancer.  She lived in Mount Pleasant, SC for the past 3 years.

Deb was predeceased by her parents, Donald and Phyllis Van Wie of Cheshire, CT.  Deb is survived by her children, Nicholas and Marina, aged 21, and her siblings and their spouses:  Daniel Van Wie, Sergio & Dawn (Van Wie) Deganis, Douglas & Sharon Van Wie, and Donald Van Wie, Jr., all from CT and her beloved nieces and nephews:  Ryan, Haley, Alexandra, Marisa, Julie, Mark, Justin, John, Meghan, Jake, Claire and Matthew.  She also leaves behind several dear friends from NY, CT and MA.

Calling hours will be held at Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading, MA on Friday, March 8th from 4:00 -7:00 P.M.  A memorial service is planned for her at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 235 Park Street, North Reading, MA, on March 9th at 2:00 PM, where she and her children were members.

Deb will be remembered as a loving mother, loyal friend, accomplished attorney, beloved sibling, and most especially, as a fun-loving, compassionate and generous soul that touched many lives and enjoyed many close and life-long friendships.

Deb had a love for travel and a deep love for her four-legged children:  Max, Jake, Buddy, Bear and Bella. In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made in her name to the ASPCA or American Cancer Society. www.croswellfuneralhome.com