Funeral Services for Deborah Einsfeld Ricks age 52 of Ormond Beach who died on Sunday September 21 2003 in her home surrounded by her family will be held on Wednesday September 24th at First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach at 12:00 noon with Rev. Leslie Avchin officiating.

Deborah was born in Hamilton Ohio and moved to this area and later moved to Florida. Although she lived most of her adult life in Griffin GA she recently moved back to the area last February to spend time with her son and family. Deborah was a devoted mother best friend and mentor. She dearly loved her family and her many good friends. She was always reaching out to others and was a great listener. As an extension of her giving Deborah enjoyed her spare time doing private tutoring for children.

She is survived by her son Jamie and daughter-in-law Tami Ricks of Heathrow FL; her life partner Anthony Sewell of Ormond Beach; her brother Walter Einsfeld of Fort Worth TX; her sister Barbara Anderson of Hamilton OH; and her grandson Parker.

Memorial donations may be made in Deborah?s name to the Arthritis Foundation ? Florida Chapter 400 Hibiscus Street Suite 200 West Palm Beach FL 33401.