Grief Center Staff

Executive Director
Debora Garrison‘s connection to The Grief Center began in 2003 when she and her two young children participated in services following the death of their father. The support they received during one of life’s most difficult times left a lasting impact, inspiring Deb’s desire to one day give back to the organization that meant so much to her family.

That opportunity began in 2017 when she joined The Grief Center’s Board of Directors. Deb holds a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership and retired from Albuquerque Public Schools after more than 38 years of dedicated experience in education. Having experienced the importance of compassion, connection, and understanding in the grieving process, Deb was honored to be named The Grief Center’s third Executive Director. She is passionate about ensuring that children, teens, adults, and families facing grief have access to the same support that helped her family.

Director of Development
Jennifer Galloway joined The Grief Center team in 2026 and brings five years of experience in the nonprofit sector to her work. She currently serves as President of the Association of Fundraising Professionals New Mexico Chapter. Jennifer is passionate about building relationships that strengthen community support and expand access to grief services. She earned her degree in Wildlife Management from Cal Poly Humboldt. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, fishing, and reading.

Development & Outreach Associate
Jorie Weyer, BBA, manages donor relations, social media, and other outreach and marketing for The Grief Center. She is also responsible for grant writing, reporting and management, and creating awareness of The Grief Center’s services, events and volunteer opportunities. Jorie leads The Grief Center’s Community Alliance Committee of volunteers. She volunteered with The GC for three years before joining its staff in 2017. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with a Marketing focus from the University of New Mexico. Go Lobos!

Administrative Manager
Beth Brodie has over three decades of experience in administration and property management within the fields of commercial real estate and education. She was raised in New Mexico and enjoys our beautiful sunshine and all things New Mexican – especially red and green! Joining the GC team in 2023, Beth manages myriad administrative tasks ranging from bookkeeping to support of the tenants at The Center for Hope and Healing. She also provides caring support to our staff and volunteers!

Administrative Assistant/Front Desk
Lorraine Chavez has over 8 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant at a non-profit organization and joined The Grief Center team in 2025. She was raised in Albuquerque and enjoys the rich culture and diversity of New Mexico. In her spare time, she likes to volunteer for local non-profit organizations. Her commitment to service, outreach, and community engagement is rooted in her deep love for Albuquerque. She strives to foster meaningful connections, support impactful initiatives, and contribute to strengthening our community in every way possible.

Curriculum Coordinator
Kelly Geib-Eckenroth is a former volunteer Bereavement Facilitator and Program Director (2009-2020) of the Children’s Grief Center, and former leader of Camp Corazon (2013-2019 & 2024-2025). She has over 35 years of experience working in youth-centered nonprofits; developing curriculum, administering programs, training volunteers and staff, and providing direct services to children and their families. Returning to The Grief Center in July 2022, Kelly is responsible for developing curriculum for support groups and workshops and implementing camps.

Program Manager
Jeremy Osborne, MM, QMHA-R, is a compassionate educator and mental health advocate with nearly two decades of experience supporting vulnerable populations. He has designed and led innovative programs across fine arts nonprofits, the Texas Juvenile Justice System, public education, and clinical mental health settings. Jeremy draws on his diverse background in program development, trauma-responsive care, and the arts to help others cultivate healthy, authentic expressions of self. Joining The Grief Center in July 2025, he is responsible for leading the implementation and operation of our programs.

Program Manager
Laurie Johnson, LMSW, joined The Grief Center team in 2026 after dedicating her career to medical social work across various settings, with her most recent role in hospice care. Serving as a hospice social worker has granted her the profound privilege of assisting and supporting terminally ill individuals and their families during life’s final moments. This experience deepened her passion and honed her skills in creating a sacred space for grief. Laurie holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Colorado State University and a Master of Social Work from New Mexico Highlands University. In addition to her professional pursuits, she is a lifelong quilter and hiker. Laurie is responsible for leading the implementation and operation of GC programs.

For information pertaining to our Board of Directors meetings, please send a request HERE.