The husband and one of the daughters of “Nanny 911” alum announced her passing on social media, sharing heartfelt tributes that celebrated her as a loving mother and wife.
TikTok star Deborah Finck died on January 14, 2025, at the age of 57. Her demise comes just a day after she shared an emotional video that resonated with her followers, who sent her lots of love and prayers.
Deborah was diagnosed with stage 3 Leiomyosarcoma, a cancer of the pulmonary artery, five years ago. She candidly documented her health journey on TikTok. Leiomyosarcoma is one of the rarest forms of cancer with less than 300 cases ever worldwide.
When she was diagnosed, Deborah’s cancer manifested on her left pulmonary artery, making her case even rarer since in most cases it forms on the right side. For half a decade, she has battled with cancer and sadly, succumbed to it. She is survived by her loving husband, Paul Finck, as well as three sets of twins, Amanda and Alexandra, Stephen and Katerina, and David and Daniel.
A day before her passing, the TikToker shared a video on her TikTok where she opened up about the tough times she faced while fighting cancer. She said, “I sit here and wonder, why is this happening to me? What have I done to make a difference in the world? Maybe this is my purpose.”
Deborah, who didn’t want her story to end like this, connected with others who had lost loved ones and felt sad. She reminded them that life is still valuable, saying, “I don’t want to go anywhere either. I really don’t.”
Her emotional message moved many of her followers, who left comments filled with feelings. One follower shared their sadness, saying, “I cry every time one of your videos pops up. I think you’re an amazing person.” Another follower admired her strength, writing, “Ma’am, you have inspired millions with your kindness. We all love you. 🙏🏻♥️.”
One fan’s comment reflected shared grief, “Very touching.. prayers for all🥰🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️.” Someone else couldn’t hold back their emotions, confessing, “I AM CRYING!! 💔 MAY YOU FOREVER BE IN PEACE.” Each message showed the profound impact her words had on her audience.
As Deborah fought against cancer, her family, friends, and people online united to raise money for her treatment through GoFundMe. They aimed to collect $60,000 but ended up exceeding that goal, with donations reaching $120,230 at the time of the report. Rosanna Quaranta O’Mallon, who organized the fundraiser, expressed her gratitude to everyone who contributed, mentioning that the money helped with hospital bills.
Some of the funds will also assist with funeral costs. O’Mallon said, “I can’t thank you enough for the support you’ve given her and her family during this tough time. Deborah kept smiling until the end, so I encourage you to honor her memory by finding reasons to smile today.”
Deborah’s husband, Paul, is heartbroken over her passing. He shared a touching message on Instagram, saying, “Deborah, my love, you were my everything, and losing you is a pain I can’t describe.” The couple appeared together in the ninth episode of season one of “Nanny 911,” called “The Finck Family.” Paul mentioned that his beloved wife passed away peacefully, surrounded by love.
Together, they created a life filled with love, laughter, and wonderful memories. He called her “my confidant, my rock, the love of my life, and my eternal soulmate.” He also praised her for being a dedicated mother. “One of Deborah’s greatest gifts was her amazing devotion as a mother to our six children,” he shared.
Deborah was always there to support her kids and showed them the right path in life. The way she shaped their character is beyond words, teaching them to be kind, honest, and strong. Paul and the kids feel a big emptiness without her, but they cherish the memories of her bravery, kindness, warmth, and love that never wavered.
The TikTok star made a difference in so many lives, and her spirit of giving will always be remembered. “She lit up every room she walked into and made a positive impact on everyone she encountered,” Paul shared.
Paul has asked that instead of sending flowers to remember his wife, people consider donating to Ronald McDonald House Charities. This charity was really important to Deborah when she needed help.
He ended his post, penning, Rest easy now, my dear. Your fight has ended, and you are finally at peace. Until we see each other again, you will forever be in my heart. With all my love, Always and Forever, Paul. Paul also vowed to keep his wife close in his heart with every step he takes, every choice he makes, and every moment he experiences.
Deborah’s daughter, Katerina has also shared with the world the kind of person and mother she was, “To my mommy, my best friend, my sunshine—thank you for everything you’ve done for me. You were the most beautiful mother and the best mommy anyone could ever ask for.”
Katerina’s mom taught her what unconditional love really means by always supporting her and believing in her. Katerina admired her mom’s strength, courage, and bravery as she fought against a rare type of cancer. Deborah was always loving and never lost hope.
Deborah had a big heart and showed so much love, even though her body was tired from fighting cancer. This was on Thanksgiving Day in 2024., she gushed about her husband, Deborah, who is feeling sick and emotional, expressed her gratitude by saying, “He means so much to me, and he blessed me with six amazing kids.” She also shared a photo of them from when she was nearly 13 and he was about 16. “I still think he looks cute, even with his nerdy glasses,” she added. she said.
She mentioned that she was having a hard time breathing and felt really sleepy after eating some yummy lasagna. “I really don’t want to go back to the hospital. I just don’t,” she said, sounding really tired. She also wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and encouraged them to spend time with their families.
Deborah’s fans will continue to spread the strength she showed and the support she always gave them. At the same time, her family will always treasure the endless love she gave, which truly made her a caring mother and wife.