Debra J. Antonevich Obituary

Antonevich, Debra J. Debbie, age 68, of Riverside RI passed away peacefully Monday November 23, 2020 at the HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center after sudden lung cancer complications. Born March 22, 1952 in Providence RI, Debbie was the loving daughter of the late Florence J. Taft and William J. Antonevich, and step-daughter of the late Lawrence H. Taft Jr.

In her early years Debbie worked for professional modeling agencies, enjoying photoshoots and modeling appearances at various venues. She was a gentle, loving and compassionate soul who always put family and friends first. She enjoyed rescuing animals, listening to Elvis music, and doting over her daughter and two grandchildren who affectionately called her mom mom.

She is survived by her daughter Bethany Antonevich, grand children Gabriella and Brayden Butler of Barrington RI, and siblings Marie (Antonevich) Langlois of Pawtucket RI, Karl Antonevich (wife Kyle) of Bristol RI, Duane Antonevich (wife Tonya) of Charleston SC, Michael Taft of Barrington RI , Timothy Taft (wife Kaleen) of Putnam CT, and step-sister Laurel (Taft) Curran of Norton MA.

In keeping with her wishes Debbie will be cremated and a celebration of life gathering will be held in the Spring of 2021. Donations may be made in her memory to St. Jude Childrens research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105 or the Bristol Animal Shelter 10 Minturn Farm Rd, Bristol RI 02809. Please visit Familys Choice Cremation Inc. (familyschoicecremation.com) for online condolences.