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Official Obituary of

Deborah TarBush

February 4, 1948 ~ December 16, 2024 (age 76) 76 Years Old

Deborah TarBush Obituary

TarBush, Deborah

Howell, Michigan

Her Legacy… Deborah Elsie TarBush, 76, passed away December 16, 2024.  She was born on February 4, 1948, in Northville, Michigan to Lyman Larson and Arla (Reed) Larson. Deborah married the love of her life, John TarBush, on September 10, 1994, in Stockbridge, Michigan. She will be remembered as having a truly big heart with great love for her family and her fur babies.  Deborah’s greatest joy was her grandchildren and great grandchildren, she enjoyed visiting and going out to eat with them.  Deborah loved being involved with her children and demonstrated that through coaching their bowling and softball teams, and volunteering as a Girl Scout leader.  She had a fondness for rescuing stray animals and providing them with the love and care that they needed.  Deborah also enjoyed bowling, going to the casinos, camping, snowmobiling and doing crafts.

Her Family… Deborah will be missed by her husband, John; her children, Jack Morris, April (Walter) Foster, Dawn Corning, Julie TarBush (Scott Downie); brother, Mike Larson; grandchildren Amanda, Mick, Ryan, Alivia, Danyele (Peter), Dillon, Autumn, Kortni (Brian); great grandchildren Abigail, Mia, DJ, Wyatt, Jayde; many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her brother, Robert Larson; parents, Lyman and Arla Larson.

Her Farewell… Deborah’s family and friends will gather starting at 3:00 PM on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Howell Memorial Chapel, until the time of her Community Farewell Service at 4 PM.  Pastor Dan Quagliata will serve as Celebrant. Memorial contributions are suggested to Howell Nature Center.  Please leave a message of comfort for Deborah’s family at 1-877-231-7900, or sign her guestbook at www.borekjennings.com.

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Howell, MI 48843


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1700 W. Highland Rd.
Howell, MI 48843

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