SCHENECTADY – Debra J. ‘Debbie’ Coppola, 71, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Friday, January 6, 2023, at Pine Haven Nursing Facility.
Debbie was born on March 1, 1951, a daughter of Janet Barton Waldorph and the late Perry Waldorph. A natural caregiver, Debbie pursued a career in nursing, graduating from Ellis School of Nursing. She was a dedicated and passionate nurse at Ellis Hospital for over thirty years. Debbie was an amazing mom. She treasured her children and took enormous pride and joy in their accomplishments. She loved all dogs and was a lifelong fan of the NY Yankees, football, college basketball, and country music.
Debbie was predeceased by her beloved husband, Peter Coppola, and a brother, David Waldorph.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by her loving children, Jessica Montanye and Michael Grugan.
Debbie’s family would like to extend a special thanks to Community Hospice and St. Peter's ALS services and an extra special thanks to the Copake Rescue Squad for all of their assistance over the last few months.
Services will be held on Wednesday at the Rossi &Ditoro Funeral Home, 501 Union Street, Schenectady at 6 pm.
Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the Rossi &Ditoro Funeral Home on Wednesday from 4 to 6 pm.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Debbie’s memory to Community Hospice, St. Peter's ALS, ALS Research or Copake Rescue Squad.