Died peacefully on August 22, 2025, with her sister Joanne and niece Kristal by her side. Previously deceased by her father Frederick Lea Hutchinson and mother Phyllis Jean (Morphy).
Deb is survived by her sister Joanne (Stewart), brother-in-law Rick, nieces Kristal and Carey (Stewart), great niece Haiden and Grace and great nephew Nate.
Deb was blessed with many special friends including Leo LeHoux, Rev Ralph and Janice Lepore and Judy Arvique.
Deb was a graduate of the University of Ottawa (Meds 86) and McMaster (89). She occupied many roles including McMaster University CCFP (EM), Residency Program Director, Academic Chief, Deputy Chief (ER), HHS surveyor with Accreditation Canada, Sr. Consultant, Stakeholder Engagement with Clinicalconnect, and Medical Quality Officer at Joseph Brant Hospital.
Special thanks to the respiratory therapists (Brian, Janice) Environmental Aids (Rob, Melina) and Healthcare Aids (Ross, Danielle) for their humor, care, and kindness.
Heartfelt thanks to the many nurses that provided care and compassion (Jill, Sonya, Matt, Cindy, Bonnie, Kelly, and Brenda)
Deb will always be grateful for the many physicians that contributed to her care. Special mention to: Dr. Chris Hourmouzis and staff, Dr. Andy Freitas, Dr. V Dhagirath, Dr. C Perera, Dr. A Prebtani, Dr. Sameer Sharif, Dr. Simon Oczkowski, Dr. Hailey Hobbs, and Dr. Jo Dionne who was an angel in Deb’s healthcare journey as well as all we may have missed.
Cremation has taken place and there will not be a service at Deb’s request.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your choice.
Deb was blessed to have the love and support of her sister and niece and all family members throughout this healthcare journey. Deb will always be grateful for this precious time with her sister.
