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East Rockaway native Deborah ‘Debbie’ Hirschberg dies at 65

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East Rockaway native Deborah “Debbie” Hirschberg died peacefully in her home in Las Vegas on April 11, 2022. She was 65.

Hirschberg grew up in East Rockaway, a village she loved and was devoted to for 60 years. She worked as a branch manager and vice president in the banking industry for over 30  years and enjoyed many community events and clubs, including the East Rockaway Chamber of Commerce, PTA and Kiwanis Club.

Hirschberg is survived by her husband, Charlie Hirschberg; children, Chris Hirschberg and Dianna Black; grandchildren, Isabella Hirschberg, Mason Black and Madison Black; and brother, Lawrence Brimlow. 

In lieu of traditional funeral arrangements, Hirschberg requested that a celebration of life be held in her honor. It took place on April 22.