GOLD CANYON AZ: Debora “Deb” Podolski Halstead, 51, passed into eternal life after a heroic 8 year battle with ovarian cancer on November 17th, 2014 with her family by her side. She was raised in Westfield, MA. Deb is preceded in death by her father, Matthew Podolski, her grandparents, her uncle, and her cousin Patrick. She is survived by her beloved husband, Ian Halstead and their cherished daughter Chelsea Haslstead, her devoted mother, Elizabeth Podolski, her dear sister Sharon Podolski Mincheff and family. Left to cherish her memories are loving aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, her great niece, friends, and her dogs C.C. and Biscuit. Deb was a rare and special person and you knew it when in her presence. She had a wonderful sense of humor, she radiated kindness, intelligence, and wit. She was adventurous and always encouraged others to live life to the fullest. She was a devoted mother and friend to manyh. As Deb requested, no services were held. We will miss her and celebrate her life every day. In lieu of condolences: Love your family, cherish every moment.
