Debra Louise Redmond Currier

Debra Louise Redmond Currier, born September 27, 1954, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, March 13, 2022 at 5:35pm, surrounded by her children. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jeffrey Arthur Currier, and their reunion was no doubt joyous. When she was ready to rest, her husband came and gathered his tiny sweetheart in his strong arms and carried her home. A giant of a man in stature and character, he was the love of Deb’s life and even though she was petite in frame the strength of her soul and her colorful personality kept him on his toes, in his place, and madly in love with her for nearly 42 years. Meeting at a dance when she was still a teenager, he was immediately smitten and his eyes lit up when he saw her even when he no longer remembered what day it was.

They were married June 30, 1972. Their lives took them all over the country, living in multiple states including California, Oregon, Alaska and Utah. They raised four children and multiple grandchildren together. She kept order in the home. Her children remember Mom setting a timer for them to get their bedrooms cleaned. Instead, they used this time to play, stowing all their clothes and toys under their bed hoping she wouldn’t notice. Nothing got by her. During one of these episodes, she came down silently, and watched smiling as they played. When they finally realized she was there, this was not what they saw. Her 5’1” frame was enough to quiet the room and instill fear. She had a temper like nobody’s business, but they knew she was delighted by them.

Her children remember her as a brave and fierce advocate. Her first-born child Jared has severe autism and she fought to make sure he had all the resources necessary so that he could enjoy the fullest life possible. She wasn’t afraid of anything. She would stand up to anyone and always had her children’s back. She was a woman full of faith, and she taught her children to believe, sharing with them stories of answers to prayers and miracles in her life. Even if it were just missing keys, nothing was too small for her to turn to the Lord, believing if she listened, she would receive answers. She wasn’t perfect but she understood the Atonement and had a real relationship with her Savior. She knew He knew her, and was there to make up the difference. She had a soft gentle voice, fitting her size when she was happy, but could curse like a sailor if the mood struck her. She had the singing voice of an angel, a beautiful soprano who sang in the Mormon Youth Symphony and Chorus. Music was a true source of joy in her life.

Her children were never in doubt of their mom’s love for them or their father. When he was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s in 2002, Deb and Jeff moved to Alaska and she became the breadwinner for the family. She was Jeff’s devoted advocate and caretaker until he died in 2014. She carried on their love and memories for the both of them.

Caring for others was endemic to Deb. She was made to love. Nursing was her life’s work and calling. She was a wound care specialist for 15 years and worked in nursing for 30 years. She was the epitome of service with a smile and so many in pain were graced with her dimples and her light laugh as she helped heal them inside and out. In her own words, “There is not a day that I regret becoming a nurse. I love the people I touch. I love those I work with. My greatest joy is to participate in their healing journey and impact their lives for the better.” Her example led her children to follow similar career paths.

Her life was not easy, but she was a fierce fighter. She was determined, and not just a little bit stubborn. Even though money was tight she refused to let her children go to school without nice clothes, hand sewing school clothes and many of their gifts. She was a talented seamstress and later in life enjoyed craft projects and making jewelry.

Deb loved adventure. Be it traveling with her family, skiing at Alta, or biking the MS 150 with her husband, she took advantage of every opportunity. She had a true zest for life. If she was going to do it, she was going to do it right.

Throughout her life she loved to read. From Anne McCaffery to Stephen King and Dean Koontz. She could always be found with a book in her hand. She was full of imagination and creativity.

Her grandchildren were her joy. She was a natural mother and caregiver. This extended to her beloved grandchildren whom she mothered as well. She was an integral part of their development. Her children and grandchildren feel like they are who they are because of her. She was her family’s champion.

She is missed already by her children and grandchildren: Jared Currier, Becky (Chase) Jones, Tina (Jerry) Carlberg, Jim (Irina) Currier, Dan Currier, Trevor (Nicolette) Bello, Tallyn Bello, Haylei Slattery, Eli Slattery, Eyan Slattery, Isaac Jones, Michael Currier, Ethyn Currier, Kailyn Currier, and Alex Currier. She is survived by her siblings: Kathy Redmond, David (Doris) Redmond, and Joe (Stephanie) Redmond.

She is also mourned and missed by her sweet little dog, Rosie, her devoted companion of the last 14 years, who doesn’t know what to do without Mama now that she is gone.

At her request there was no service, but if you were among the many people who knew and loved Deb, her children would appreciate it if you would share your remembrances.