We're fundraising for Deborah Gentile
Walking in Memory of Debbie
I am participating in Lustgarten’s Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research in memory of Debbie, someone who meant so much to me, my family, my practice, and so many of the patients she cared for over the years.
Debbie was much more than an employee or coworker. She was family. She played an important role in the success of my practice, just as she had done for Dr. Frizell and my father’s practice before me. She was truly the face of our practice, and her absence is felt every single day.
What made Debbie so special was the way she cared. She brought a positive, can-do attitude to work every day and never hesitated to do whatever was needed to make sure things were done right. Most importantly, she advocated for every single patient. She took the time to know them as people—not simply as a name on a schedule or a tooth that needed to be treated. She made sure no one slipped through the cracks, and our patients loved her for it.
Debbie often arrived early and stayed late, making sure every detail was taken care of. She gave so much of herself without ever asking for anything in return. She represented a level of professionalism, dedication, and genuine compassion that is rare, and her impact on our practice and the people we cared for cannot be measured.
My children loved seeing Debbie at the office and still ask about her. That says so much about the kind of person she was. She wasn’t simply part of our team—she became part of our family.
We miss Debbie tremendously, and we continue to struggle with the reality that she is no longer here. But I want to honor her by doing something that can help other families avoid experiencing this same loss.
That is why I am walking for pancreatic cancer research.
I hope you will consider making a donation in Debbie’s memory. Your support will help fund research focused on earlier detection, better treatments, and ultimately a cure for this devastating disease.
For Debbie, for her family, and for all the families whose lives have been touched by pancreatic cancer, I’m asking you to join me in this fight.
Every donation, regardless of the amount, helps. And if you are unable to donate, sharing this page with others is another meaningful way to help.
Debbie gave so much to all of us. This is one small way I can give something back in her memory.
We love you, Debbie. We miss you every day, and you will always be a part of our team and our family.
Our Achievements
Top 10 Team
Top 3 Team
Received 15 Donations
Raised $500
Raised $1000
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Thank you to our Donors
$2.52k
Andrew Nelson
$520
Ed Nelson
$520
Melissa Nelson
$520
Lynne Mcgraw
Good luck from the McGraw Paxtons
$320
Anita Palmer
$270
Kevin & Tricia Choi
Debbie, we miss you.
$270
Barclay And Dennis Kass Kass
$270
Amy Look
Good luck with your walk, beautiful way to remember a wonderful lady.
$220
Linda & Peter Frizzell
$220
Stephen Danner
$200
Raquel Rodriguez
Debbie was a light and will be missed! May she be at eternal rest and peace!
$192
Debbi Mangan
Wishing you and your team, a safe walk. Hoping all of your memories will keep you company on the way. Debbi
$183
Grover And Andy Fugate
$161
Julie And Rick Penn
$111
The West Family
$111
Mark And Peggy Anschutz
$111
John And Susan Boyle
$111
The Mccleery Family
$111
Diane Ross
$111
Marjorie Mcgraw
$111
Barbara King
$111
Anonymous
$111
Francie & Chuck Cramb
$111
Ted Spevack And Robyn Zelnick
$111
Sherri Dennis
Debbie was a wonderful person & nelsonite. Run hardy & safely.
$111
Victoria Christie Gustin
Always a smile, and a big heart. Debbie truly cared.
$111
Jason & Trish Reynolds
$111
Wendy Boyd
I'm so very sorry to hear that Debbie has passed. I've missed her genuine caring spirit and always greeting me with a bright smile! My condolences to her work family as well as her family and friends.
$111
Deborah Nelson
Great job in honoring Debbie!
$109
Richard And Kim Rendigs
Our sincere condolences to everyone. We have known Debbie since we started with Dr. Nelson Sr. in your Osterville office. She was such a lovely person and will be very missed.
$100
Christine And Gordon Drake
Debbie was the face of Nelson Dentistry with her warm and engaging smile as you checked in for your appointment. Always chipper and bubbly, not only was she competent and professional, she was vivacious and friendly. For us, she was a breath of fresh air just before our dental appointment, a kind soul we shall always remember. God bless her and her family.
$100
Karen M Murphy
$100
Adam & Carol Lucas
Such a great cause Kim! We miss Debbie! Have a great walk!!
$100
Christine Dunn
$75
Heather Fugate
$57
Margie And Dennis Sharpe
$57
Lee Kavanagh
$57
Connie Main
Debbie was a shining light at Nelson Dentistry. She is sadly missed.
$57
Jim/kathy Downing
$57
Kathryn Anschutz
Thank you for doing this!
$57
Donna Sawchuk
$57
Carol Queenan
$57
Dorothy Warren
$57
Dick Fairbanks
$57
Patricia Francione
Lots of laughs and wonderful memories spent with Debbie over the years working together. Such a good person always thinking of others. ❤️
$57
Anne And Paul Howard
Wonderful way to pay tribute to a great woman
$57
Deborah Brunton
What a wonderful way to remember Debbie. I had just moved to the area and needed a dentist. I expressed to Deb my crazy anxieties and she quipped back" you aren't alone!" We had a good chuckle and I always looked forward to seeing her. We lost my mother-in-law to pancreatic cancer as well. We are pleased to contribute in memory of Debbie. Thank you for making us aware of this event.
$57
Deborah Bryant
My name is Also Debbie and she always greeted me with a smile both on the phone and in person… Talking to her easy, she was kind!
$57
Carol And Rob Trow
In memory of Debbie-warm, lovely woman!
$57
Betsy And Vin Joseph
Always warm, friendly, Andover so helpful!
$57
Matthew Eddy
$57
Ann Macdonald
Thank you for this wonderful way to honor Debbie’s memory. She will not be forgotten by so many of us grateful for her life of caring!
$57
Tracy Tellefsen
$57
Stacey Zicht
$57
Ben Rowell
$57
Anonymous
After so many years, I have missed seeing her during visits and can only imagine what it is like for all of you. May the walk bring a bit of peace.
$50
Deanne Harrison
$50
Kim Daigneault
$50
Anne Murphy
$29
Abby Downing
$29
Jaqueline Connors
Debbie always had a smile for everyone who came into the office. My fondest memory is when she would call me during Covid to make sure I was doing ok. I was heartbroken when I learned of her passing. She truly was a wonderful woman.
$29
Kim Fonseca
$29
Barbara Lynde
$29
Anonymous
$29
Nancy Bishop
Debbie as a nicest person, I remener her well as welcoming and always smiling especially when you talked dogs with her. I remeber when I had an issue and I was seen the same day, but I had to bring my litter of Golden puppies to the Osterville office and needed someone to watch them while I went in. I had many volunteers, with Debbie being at the front of the line.
$29
Carol Wilkins
Good luck all on the walk in memory of a lovely woman.
$29
Randy Hensley
$29
Grover And Andy Fugate
$29
Jerome Karter
$29
Jonathan Haney
Rest in Peace.
$29
Alexander Bresler
$29
Melissa Hanna
$29
Elizabeth Syrovy
Debbie helped make my transition from my Boston dentist of 40 years, to Nelson Dentistry, very easy and comfortable.
$29
Julie Demello
Thank you for honoring her
$29
Lucy Cundiff
I am co sorry to hear of this great loss . I just thought she was off on the day of my last visit. My condolences to all of you, She was such a pleasant person! Loved her!
$29
Anonymous
$29
Paul Warren
$25
Lisa Chappel
Sending Peace Love and Healing Light to you al🙏🏻
$17
Danielle Ayotte
I remember Debbie as being so kind and helpful. What a wonderful thing you are doing in her memory.
