Deborah Coronado
May 08, 2012
Deborah Coronado was called to Heaven unexpectedly on May 8, 2012 while vacationing in Florida.
Born to Malcolm and Emily VanAntwerp (McClean) on October 4, 1944, Debbie was one who loved life, a good book, spending time with family and friends, education, helping others, and above all her Savior Jesus Christ.
Always willing to take an adventure, Debbie traveled the globe. From the Middle East, to Central and South America or even to the next town over, she was always willing to take the plunge and explore new places. She fell in love with the Spanish language and Latin culture, so much that during a missionary trip to Mexico she met and later married Manuel Coronado and spent over ten years living in the Yucatan Peninsula establishing churches and spreading the Gospel.
As a teacher and promoter of education she left this earth with a Bachelor and Master’s degree in Education and a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science, the latter of which she used as a librarian for the City of Austin, TX for 17 years before retiring and moving to Des Moines in 2011.
Always taking great joy in her family and especially in her role of grandmother, she was the understated engine that kept the family running. She always saw the best of what a person could be and pushed them to achieve it. She was a constant in life’s equation that could be counted and depended on. She was always the cheerleader and encourager, freely giving of her love and understanding without judgment.
She was many things to many people; a devoted daughter, a big sister, a loving mother, a doting grandma, a cancer survivor, a teacher, a pianist and a friend and so much more. Her death leaves a hole in our hearts, but we know that she’s in Heaven with the Lord – the best Mother’s Day she could have.
Debbie is survived by her father the Rev. Malcolm VanAntwerp; children David (Lissy) Coronado, Daniel (Angela) Coronado, Ana (Artemio) Rincon; siblings, Tom VanAntwerp, Ruth VanAntwerp, and Mark (Guillermina) VanAntwerp; grandchildren, Leyla and Caleb Coronado, Emily and Naomi Rincon, and Alex Coronado, as well as innumerable extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother.
Family will greet visitors at 10 a.m. and funeral services will begin at 11 a.m. at Galilee Baptist Church, 2208 Des Moines St. on Wednesday, May 16, 2012 with interment following at Oakwood Cemetery in Pleasant Hill.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Kent Middleton
05/22/2012
Deborah will doubtlessly be missed by many people. It was a pleasure to work with her as a fellow branch manager at Austin Public. She was always friendly, thoughtful, and dedicated. Best wishes to all her family in a tough time.
Carolyn Anton
05/18/2012
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked for Deborah at Oak Springs branch library, and loved every minute of it. She is so pleasant to be with.
Travis W Coley
05/16/2012
I am so Sorry , for your lost I worked with Deborah for 10 years, she was a great boss. She will be deeply missed.
I know she is in a better place.
Rest in Peace .
Curtricia
05/15/2012
Daniel and Family,
I am truly sorry for your loss. Deborah was a sweet person and will truly be missed by all who knew her. I know how happy she was as she retired and was making her way home to be with her family. She beamed when she spoke of you'all and the grandbabies (already here and on the way). So to you'all, be strong and know that her spirit, love and wisdom will always be with you. May God Bless and Keep You.
Lorena Aranda
05/15/2012
David:
My most sincere condolences to you and your family for the loss of your beloved mother.
Oscar Franco
05/15/2012
My prayers and condolences to the Coronado family.
Phyllis Mendoza
05/15/2012
To the VanAntwerp and Coronado Family, I was deeply sadden to hear about your loss. Your families will be in my prayers. Deborah was a beautiful person. I had the pleasure of working with her as soon as she joined Austin Public. She always had a smile on her face and always a kind word. She will be missed. Keep your memories close and remember that she is still watching over you, only this time from above.
Jackie Johnson
05/15/2012
To Daniel and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. She is a great woman and she shall be missed dearly. Please know she is in a better place now. Maybe now her and my Mom can finally meet. I met your Mom over 10 years ago and all of our interactions were pleasant.
Before she retired we attended a mentor appreciation and had a chance to talk and I shall always remember her kind words and beautiful smile. Please take care of yourself and know she shall live on through you all (her wonderful children).
She is now resting and in her prepared place, with no more suffering, and pain. She has achieved what we still must keep striving for, She will be remembered for being a person who had a positive impact on everyone she met. I am honored to have known her and also for working with you. Be encouraged and know that she is alright now.
I am now at her branch and the customers are great along with the staff her and Travis molded before I came. Please know my prayers are with you and if I can do anything for you in the future please contact me at jackiefwcdc@yahoo.com
Azalia Chavez
05/15/2012
My condolences to the Coronado Family. My prayers are with you. I am very glad I got to meet Deborah she was a very nice person.
Carlos Brondo
05/15/2012
To the VanAntwerp and Coronado family, I want to express my sincerest and utmost condolences for your loss. I worked with Deborah at the Oak Spring Branch and stayed in touch with her after her retirement. So I was shocked to hear of her passing.
May your faith carry you through these tough times.
Que descanse es paz y Dios los cuide.
Frances Lopez
05/15/2012
I had the priviledge to have met Ms. Coronado while working for the Library, Human Resources Dept. Though I did not work directly with her, when ever dealing with her, she was always kind, talkative (like me & we had the same birthday) and very proud of her family. She was very excited, counting the time left before she retired to be near family. I have to say that I am thankful to God that myself and your mother got to cross each other's path in this life. I say a prayer for you today, that God be with you and give you strength, in the loss of your loved one. God bless you all.
Matt and Cara
05/15/2012
We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Deborah's passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Michael
05/15/2012
David and Ana
I just want to say that your lost is felt by us all. Just want you to know that my family and church family will have you in our prayers. If you need anything or just someone to talk too I am here for you.
Rev. M. Gobert
Yolanda Gregory
05/15/2012
I worked with Deborah at the Oak Springs Library while our Library was closed and enjoyed working with her , she was very kind to me and my co-worker while we were there . Deborah was a great manager and we know she loved the Library. I was happy for her when i found out she had retired. She will be truely missed by all at the Austin Public Library. Rest in Peace Deborah , you are in Gods hands .
Sulema N. Vielma
05/15/2012
To Debrorah's family, my deepest sympathy for your loss. It was mine as well as I lost yet another personal and professioanl friend.
Your Mother was my rock in times of cirsis at work. She took time to listen and offer advice. Personally we would chat about our kids and home life. She so loved you and the grandkids and she looked forward to being with you and them.
But she also was a great believer in faith. I remember all the trips she told lme about .Alot of them on her own. But as she always said " Sulema I am not alone " And yes I understood what she meant. So I believe that when her time came she was not alone but with her saviour Christ. and was embraced by that light we all hear about. Deborah, you will forever be in my heart, a part of my life. sulema