Deborah Lee (Hyde) Colby passed away on Sunday, March 30, at Jack Byrne Center for Palliative & Hospice Care in Lebanon, New Hampshire. She was born on April 8, 1949, in Long Beach, California, the daughter of Harley and Lee Hyde.
Deborah was the beloved wife of Scott Colby, with whom she shared over four decades of love and partnership. They were married on September 14, 1980, in Scarsdale, New York, building a life filled with adventure, creativity, and devotion to family.
Deborah earned a bachelor of arts in Italian from the University of California, Santa Barbara. She pursued a career in fashion as a retail buyer for May Company and Casual Corner. Her keen eye for style and aesthetics carried over into her personal passions, as she was a gifted artist and craftswoman.
She had a lifelong love for the ocean, spending her teenage summers surfing the beaches of California. Later in life, she embraced the mountains, learning to ski and taking joy in the beauty of all seasons. A real “Surfer chick learning to ski,” she had been a seasonal skier and part-time resident of Killington since 1994. Beyond her adventurous spirit, she was a deeply talented artist, working in painting, sculpture, woodworking, and tiling. She had a passion for remodeling and reconstruction, bringing creativity and precision to every project she touched. Her landscapes and handcrafted pieces reflected her appreciation for nature and the world around her.
She was predeceased by her beloved aunt and uncle, Gloria and Skip Boston, who played a significant role in her life.
Deborah is survived by her husband, Scott Colby; her children, Greg and Jeff Colby; her favorite puppy, Moby; her brother, Lawrence Hyde; her sister, Nancy Hyde; and many dear friends and loved ones who will forever treasure her warmth, humor, and artistic spirit.
To view Deborah’s online tribute or to send condolences to her family, visit: obits.csnh.com/deborah-Colby.
