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Marybrent Debes Debth

September 4, 1948 – January 4, 2025

Marybrent Debes Debth, a brilliant musician, dedicated teacher, and beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family. Born on September 4, 1948, in Rockford, Illinois, Brent’s life was a symphony of love, music, teaching and service. Raised in a home enriched by her mother’s passion for theatre and the arts and her father’s talent as a self-taught pianist and …

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Our beloved Marybrent Debth, a woman whose passion, creativity, and wisdom touched countless lives, has left us with a profound legacy of love, knowledge, and inspiration. In accordance with her wishes, there will not be a traditional memorial service. Her decision reflects her thoughtful understanding of the many students, colleagues, and family members she cherished, who are spread across the country. Instead, she wished for something even more meaningful: for all of us to share the stories, memories, and lessons she imparted. Whether you were one of her students inspired by her guidance, a colleague enriched by her collaboration, or a loved one who shared in her joys and challenges, your memories of Marybrent carry her spirit forward. She believed in the power of stories to connect generations, to keep legacies alive, and to inspire future endeavors. By sharing these moments—whether through a story of how she influenced your life, a cherished memory of her kindness, or a lesson she taught you—we honor her in the most profound way possible. Please feel free to post your memories and reflections here or wherever feels meaningful to you. We encourage you to share them with others who knew her and to pass along her legacy to the next generation, just as she would have wanted. Thank you for helping us celebrate the remarkable life of Marybrent Debth in a way that truly reflects her spirit and values. She will always live on in the lives she touched, the wisdom she shared, and the love she gave so freely.

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MaryBrent and the Debes family , in Rockford, were an important part of my life as a high school and college student.  …
MaryBrent and the Debes family , in Rockford, were an important part of my life as a high school an…
MaryBrent and the Debes family , in Rockford, were an important …
So sorry for your loss I will keep you all in my prayers.
So sorry for your loss I will keep you all in my prayers.
So sorry for your loss I will keep you all in my prayers.
I am saddened to hear of Brent's death.  She was incredibly talented and compassionate woman.  I had the opportunity to…
I am saddened to hear of Brent's death.  She was incredibly talented and compassionate woman.  I ha…
I am saddened to hear of Brent's death.  She was incredibly tale…

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When Mr. Rez informed me that my daughter, Allison, had reached the point that he felt it would be …

When Mr. Rez informed me that my daughter, Allison, had reached …

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Born

September 4th, 1948
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Moved

1973
Cedar Rapids, IA
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Moved

2020
Decatur, TX

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Marybrent "Brent" Debth