Debbie Gabriel, formerly Debbie Chamberlain, Debbie Voltura and Debbie Plant, aged 72, passed away on September 5th, 2021, in Vail, AZ. Debbie was a graduate of Nazareth High School in Rochester, New York. 

Debbie started her professional singing career at age 16. Often referred to as “Vanilla Ella,” Debbie’s voice was as powerful as the vivacious energy she brought into a room whether with family and friends or with her audience. Debbie worked with many distinguished musicians including Kenny G and Chuck Mangione. Debbie had an infectious zest for life filled with humor and joy. Similar to her ever-changing hair color and style, she was bold, blunt and beautiful. Debbie’s email address and personalized license plate perfectly described her personality - “diva girl”.

Debbie had a passion for world travel. She was an avid water volleyball player and she was the family board game captain.

Debbie is the daughter of Betty Chamberlain (died 1975) and Earl Chamberlain (died 2000). Her father Earl was a World War II veteran and a purple heart recipient, who served as a Master Sergeant in the US Air Corps.

Debbie is survived by her husband Marc Gabriel; her brother Christopher Chamberlain, his wife Rhonda Chamberlain, her brother Stephen Chamberlain and his wife Judy Chamberlain; her step daughter Debbie Voltura-Shea and her nieces, nephews and many close friends and fans. 

Memorial and service details will be updated on the website.