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Debby Ives passed away on September 4th, 2022, in Missoula, Montana.

Debby was born on March 1, 1954, in Oregon, to Jeannette and Earl Downing. In 1962, the family moved to Stevensville Montana where Debby graduated in 1972. On June 1, 1974, Debby married her sweetheart, Frank Ives. Together they would adopt 6 children and foster many more. Debby's love of children led her to Victor School where she worked as a paraprofessional for more …

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Debby was a good friend to me. When we were in the 8th grade, she protected me from bullies.
Debby was a good friend to me. When we were in the 8th grade, she protected me from bullies.
Debby was a good friend to me. When we were in the 8th grade, …

A million years ago, (back in the days when 'Cool Kids' drove Bright Orange Cars with White Racing Stripes Down the Mid…

A million years ago, (back in the days when 'Cool Kids' drove Bright Orange Cars with White Racing …

A million years ago, (back in the days when 'Cool Kids' drove Br…

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Born

March 1st, 1954
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Graduated from high school

1972
Stevensville, MT
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Graduated from college

1973
Modern Beauty School

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Cause of death

Congestive Heart Failure

Method of disposition

Cremation

Final resting place

Sunset Memorial Cemetery & Funeral Home

7405 Mullan Rd, Missoula, MT 59808
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