Obituary of Debra Ann LoGiudice

On Sunday, May 15, Debra Ann LoGiudice (Freitas), loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, unexpectedly passed away into the arms of God. Debbie was born on May 30, 1955 in San Jose, and moved to Santa Cruz at the age of 16 with her parents Abel J. and Carmen C. Freitas. Debbie graduated from Soquel High School where she energetically participated in the glee club and worked at the local Wienerschnitzel. She later attended Cabrillo College studying various aspects of the medical industry in which she whole-heartedly applied to her future positions in the medical field. Debbie was a devoted member of the team at Dr. Alvie S. Hurray's office for over ten years. Debbie enjoyed scrapbooking, quilting, baking, and anything crafty, but nothing gave her more joy than spending quality time with her family and many friends. One of Debbie's most recent proud moments was holding her first grandchild, Jack Gilbert. Debbie was a two-time cancer survivor and will forever be remembered for her unwavering strength, courage, determination, and faith in God. Even through the toughest of times, she remained positive and upbeat. Her acquired disability never slowed her down. Debbie's selflessness, generosity, and caring spirit will be greatly missed. Debbie is survived by her husband Fred, her children Jason and Danielle, daughter-in-law Anneliese, grandson Jack, and loving cat Augustus; her brother Kevin Freitas, and sister-in-law Christine, and their children Naïs and Luna; her mother-in-law and father-in-law Domenica and Enzo Quilici; her brother-in-law and sister-in-law Tony and Joan LoGiudice, and their children Jennifer, Sherie, and Anthony; step mother-in-law Maria LoGiudice and her sons, Carmelo and Patrick. She is also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St Joseph's Catholic Church, 435 Monterey Ave., Capitola, CA on Friday May 20, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. A vigil service will be held at St. Joseph's Church on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. A visitation will take place at St. Joseph's Church Thursday from 6:00 p.m. unitl 7:00 p.m. Interment will be at Holy Cross Cemetery 2271 7th Ave., Santa Cruz, Ca. Arrangements are under the direction of Benito & Azzaro Pacific Gardens Chapel. Please visit www.pacificgardenschapel.com to light a candle or express your condolences to Debbie's family. The family would like to thank Debbie's loyal friends and family for their support, assistance, encouragement, and love throughout her life's journey. In lieu of flowers, and in honor of Debbie, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society, 209 Walnut Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060.