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Deborah Marie “Debbie” (Ayotte) Beleza, 62, passed away unexpectedly on November 25, 2025. She was born in Spencer, MA on January 24, 1963, grew up in Spencer and was a Ludlow resident for the past 10 years. Debbie worked as a project manager for Borges Construction, Inc. for 26 years. She was a talented painter and when she wasn’t working, enjoyed quiet moments playing computer slots games or watching soap operas.
She leaves her husband of 10 years, Jose “Joe” Beleza; her daughter Bri Rice of Florida; her parents Frederick Ayotte and Flora (Plumley) Ayotte; her siblings, Jim, Lynn, Terry, Donna and Christine, along with several nieces, nephews, other extended family members and friends.
All services for Debbie are private and entrusted to Nowak Funeral & Cremation Services.
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