Debbie Martin
                                        

February 2, 1952 - May 11, 2020

Deborah A. Greshtchuk, age 68, of Rome, passed away May 11, 2020, at SUNY Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse.

She was born February 2, 1952, in Rome, a daughter of the late Amos H. and Roberta Coffelt Martin. She graduated from Rome Free Academy in 1970, and attended SUNY Cortland. Debbie was united in marriage with Dmytro Greshtchuk on September 20, 1975 in Rome. She was a former member of Holly Chapter of the Eastern Star and held multiple positions on the Council of Bethel No. 129, San Jose, CA International Order of Job's Daughters.

Debbie and Dmytro lived in Dayton, Ohio for a short time followed by San Jose, California for many years before his passing on June 3, 2013, and then returned to Rome thereafter. She enjoyed sewing, reading, and listening to the music of Adele and Pink Floyd. 

Debbie is survived by her daughter, Diana of Redondo Beach, CA; two sisters, Judy Carro and Kathy Parker, of Rome; and a brother, Douglas Martin, of Rome. She is also survived by extended family including Larry Carro, Steven Carro, Lilly Gazitano-Carro, all of Rome; Susan Haley and Samantha McCarthy of Camden; and Halie Bravo of Marcy. 

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, funeral services will be held at a later date.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Barry Funeral Home, 807 West Chestnut Street.

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I am also deeply saddened by the news of Debbie's passing.  I sat with her and talked for awhile at the Get Together the night before our reunion and saw her the night of the reunion.   She still had that beautiful long hair and was very interesting to talk to about our lives.  Heaven has a new angel.  Rest well, Debbie!  Love, Pat Covelesky

Very sad news about Debbie.   We had lots of laughs at the past couple reunions.  Please stay safe everyone, and let’s keep Debbie and her family in our prayers. - Julian LoRusso

I'm shocked and saddened.  I was looking forward to seeing her this summer. I wondered why she didn't email. We reconnected several years ago and had some good memories from Harvey Alter and how we use to have our snacks with the old milk bottles they  delivered at school.  I found one in an antique shop in Georgia from the actual milk company in Rome.  I was going to surprise her with it this summer.  Somehow I have to find a way. Safe travels Debbie and I hope we get to spend time together in a better place. Be at rest. Thank you for being a friend and there kindness freely given. - Mike Amato

She and I have become good remote buddies in the last few years. She also attended my Rome Science Hall of Fame lecture several years ago. I’m really saddened by this one. - Phil Domenico

I am sincerely heartbroken to hear the news of Debbie's passing.  It was so great to reconnect over the years and enjoy her conversations when “the group” had our monthly dinners.  She will be truly missed… - Deb Pugliese

I just sent a card to her in the nursing facility a few days ago! When I messaged her daughter she wrote back to me that she had a long recovery so to send cards to the nursing home. I’m so saddened to see this. - Mary Strange

Oh no.  This is so sad.  This is breaking my heart.  Another one of us gone.  This is just so sad.  She was such a nice person in high school.  I remember her well and at our reunion.  - Saneen Cochran

I’m blown away. I was just thinking of her because I hadn’t seen her on FB in quite awhile. This is so sad, what a wonderful person. - Rick Nasci

This was very shocking to hear.  I still picture Deb as that young blonde girl with the long hair who was dating David Lince! So hard to believe. - Debbie Nash

That's sad to hear. We sat together for breakfast at the 40th.- Steve Miroy

So sad to hear this!! Such a kind lady. - Susan Spadafora

We spoke at the reunions and occasionally on the phone if or when she had problems with her computer. It was always a pleasure to help when I could. I know she was truly looking forward to the upcoming 50-year reunion. Debbie, you continue to be loved by many! - Dennis Parrish

I am so shocked and sad to learn this news. I wish I had stayed in touch after reuniting with her. Such a nice sweet person and had an interesting life. Sad - Joan Serino

Debbie was always so kind.Hadn't seen her in 50 years but remember her as a nice person. - Joann Taskey