Deborah K. Thompson, 72, Enjoyed Spending Time With Her Grandchildren
Deborah K. Thompson (nee Ledyard), 72, of Lorain, died Sunday May 11, 2025 at Mercy New Life Hospice in Lorain after a lengthy illness.
She was born July 11, 1952 in Elyria to Ralph & Ida Ledyard (nee Bozman).
She graduated from Elyria High School in 1970.
Debbie worked at Zayre Department Store in Elyria for many years, was a medical receptionist for Dr Lisi for 15 years and a teacher’s assistant at Murray Ridge School for 10 years.
She enjoyed her grandchildren and casino gambling.
She is survived by her daughters Jan Thompson (Chris Carter) and Shelly Zakrajsek (Rick); grandchildren Leah Jackson, Jordan Zakrajsek & Justin Zakrajsek and brother Randy Ledyard (Kathy). She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years James Thompson in 2018, her parents, sister Deanna Summers and brothers Jeff & Eugene Ledyard.
Cremation will take place and Debbie’s ashes will be interred along with her husband Jim’s ashes at a private family gathering at Brookdale Cemetery in Elyria. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Arrangements are under the direction of Gluvna-Shimo-Hromada Funeral Chapel, 3224 Broadway, Lorain. Online condolences can be made at www.gluvnashimohromada.com.