Debra J. Fry

Debra J. Fry, 62, of Moline, passed away in her sleep on Monday, August 12, 2019 at her home.

A memorial visitation will be held on Sunday, August 18, from 2 to 4 pm at the Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory, Rock Island.

An early childhood educator and life-long child advocate, Debra touched the lives of thousands of children and families, most recently as a preschool teacher at Moline Kids Campus. She was a teacher, mentor, guide, and unofficial grandmother to every child she met, instilling a love of reading and learning for all.

Debra was born on June 28, 1957 in Rock Island, a daughter of Junior and Betty (Rooks) Fry. Survivors include her children, Clio (Bill) Hathaway, San Jose, CA., Jared Fry, Adam Fry and Aaron Fry all of Moline; siblings, Hal (Sue) Fry, Hampton; Gary Fry, East Moline; and Clarence Fry, Florida.

Online condolences may be left for the family at wheelanpressly.com

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Child Abuse Council of the Quad Cities or to your local public library.

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