Debra Lynn Dew

Services for Debra Lynn Dew will be private.

Debra Lynn Martin was born on September 29, 1959, in Shady Grove, Louisiana. She was the first daughter out of 7 children, born to Newman and Lizzie Mae Martin. Debra moved to San Diego, CA as a teen, where she attended San Diego High School. Afterwards, she became a Mother to her first born son, Yolan Young. Soon thereafter, she met the love of her life, a young, handsome gentleman and Navy man, Theodore Dew. They wed on November 24, 1979, making her now Debra Lynn Dew. Together they would birth 3 more beautiful children, Theodore Dew Jr., Rafael Dew, and Patricia Dew, in addition to caring for Theodore Dew Sr.’s son, Deshawn Dew. For years, Debra was not just a stay-at-home Mom, but was also a Nurse and then became a chef for one of Oceanside, CA premiere, upscale, five-star retirement facilities.

Always the life and light at every family gathering, with a laugh so contagious, Debra would make every person smile with joy. Debra taught her children 2 things: Education is a priority, and always stand up for what you believe in. Debra’s legacy continues to grow; not just with her children, but also her 7 grandchildren: [In order] Chardonnay Young, Amyah Lynn Smith, Karissa Yana Young, Kaiya Yani Young, Iysis Young, Siyer Dew and Solomon Dew.

Debra loved nothing more than spending time with her kids. Whether it was going to Disneyland, Mission Beach, Seaport Village, Balboa Park, or cooking her incredible meals for Thanksgiving and Christmas, she was admired & adored by so many. With a motto to live your life happy & free, while enjoying the beauty of life and doing what makes you happy the most.

On March 25, 2020, after a valiant 10-year battle with a terminal illness, God called Debra home. She was a strong woman and survived years longer than the Doctors originally advised. God heard our prayers, and she was not alone when she entered into Heaven’s gates.

Debra was blessed to see all of her children one last time before God called her home. Debra was still laughing and cracking jokes. She had a genuine love for poetry and music; everything from soul to R&B, with her favorite artists such as Prince, Michael Jackson, Rick James, Marvin Gaye, Barry White, and Earth, Wind & Fire. Her vibrant spirit will live on through every soul she ever touched.

Debra Lynn Dew, a beautiful Mother, strong woman, and a fighter til’ the end. She will truly be missed.

“We will always love you Momma, now and until we see you again in Heaven.”- Yolan, Theodore, Rafael & Patricia

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