Dave

We are so sorry and saddened to learn that Debbie lost her battle. We can only imagine what you and your family are going through right now Dave. We just want you to know that we are thinking of you and praying for your family as you grieve.

We pray that you find some comfort in the memories and 29yrs you shared with Debbie. May God comfort your family and may your faith help you to accept this loss and instill in you renewed hope and strength to carry on.

Please accept and convey our most profound condolences to Anthony, Rebecca and the greater Spahn family and friends.

Shebha and Vivian

Our Family had the pleasure of being Neighbors with the Piano family for many years in Brown Deer Wi. At first my Friendship started with Denise, and we would get into a little trouble together. :) Denise was always a Friend, but I developed a lifelong, deep friendship with Debbie. Debbie was light in everyones path whom met her. There are so many wonderful memories to share. My Sisters use to babysit for Debbie, and Denise, and have many great memories of that as well. Words cannot express the sadness Steve, and I feel over the loss of Debbie. And no Parent should have to lose both their Daughters at such a young age. Our hearts break for Tony, and Sandie Dave, Anth, and Bekah, , and all whom have known, and loved this family. Deb was such a Woman of faith. She was also a great example of what the Bible expresses about being a "cheerful giver" I remember when my Husband Steve decided to give up his business after 12 yrs. Deb, with all her business knowledge came to our house for a wknd, to help him close out his business. She gave up time with her family to help us. And she did it in a very calming , humble way. Neither Deb, or I really liked to shop, or liked big crowds so we would spend time together in other ways. Usually just chatting at each others house, and later wknd visits. She liked to call me for medical advice. During her Cancer Journey our phone conversations were very precious. She was not much of a phone person, but once you got her on the phone, it was as though you were sitting right next to each. She said to me during our phone time "Do you think I am going to die" And I responded "No, you are going to live. Remember Matthew 6:34. You will give this your best fight, as you have done with everything in life that crosses your path. God is not going to take you yet. he is going to heal you, as he knows we need good . Christian, humble People like you on this Earth" Her respnse was " You always make me feel better, OK, thanks" Little did she know, she was the one making me feel better! We are sad for her forever life is not on Earth, and our hearts are filled with joy that she has lived, and has enriched every one of us in her special way. For our Friend whom gave us so much light, she has now followed the light into her forever paradise. . Peace, Dear , sweet Debbie

My heart is broken to hear of Debbie's passing. She was one of a kind and a joy to be around. Having worked together for several years it is hard to imagine that she is gone. I will always remember her and my condolences to her family.

Debbie was like an angel on earth. She was here to touch as many lives as possible. Never selfish, always giving and always trying to brighten other peoples' lives. Even when things in her own life had monumental challenges, she always stayed positive and never complained. We used to talk early, really early, every morning. She would stop and get her coffee and I would get mine. Just like we were together only miles apart. We both wore only black and didn't do pictures. I spent many moments with her in her pop squat pose. We traveled together, she always had Bentley by her side. My heart is broken, you were taken away way to young. I know you are dancing with Jesus and probably making sure everyone has some of your amazing sweet treats. My favorite were the peanut butter Rice Krispy treats with the chocolate on top. My daughter is very sick so I can't be at your service, but I know you know how much I love you and how close I hold you in my heart. For the rest of my life, I am going to try to always shine your light on others in honor of you. I'm also working hard to wear color, just for you. Until we meet again my friend.

I’m saddened to hear of Debbie’s passing. She was a great supervisor, co-worker, and most of all friend. She had an extremely strong work ethic, the first one in the office and the last one to leave. She led by example and gained the respect of everyone that had the privilege of working with her.

Certainly, I did not know Debbie as well as others. I do know that for all the years that I knew her, she made it a point to have a bowl of candy always stocked at her desk. I would ask her why she would supply candy for the entire office out of her own pocket? Very few people took the time to say thank you or acknowledge her effort. And she said because everyone needs a little help at times to cope with life, you know what I mean? I did. She impressed me so much I began giving her $20 every 2 or 3 months to help, as I know others in the office contributed to help her with this expense. I know she still paid out of her pocket for most of it as this office eats a lot of candy every day. Never once with the heavy duty/serial candy eaters did she attempt to stop them or frown or ask them to slow down. I watched her refill that bowl 3 or 4 times a day sometimes. I began to see it as her personal ministry/therapy/mission to the office staff, warehouse workers and drivers that stopped at her desk every day.

She specialized in the small “under the radar” acts of kindness to others. Always baking a big batch of cookies or fudge bars or cupcakes for the entire office for anyone’s birthday which meant that several times a month she would be using her gift of baking to give to others.

Debbie would always make a point to engage people by looking them in the eye with a smile and then almost without fail give a chuckle/laugh combo to start any conversation. She would always give you her full attention. Debbie had a very accurate BS meter and would pepper her conversation with a “Yea, right” comment often.

She would avoid people when they expressed gratitude. She did not seek praise from others. When she was thanked for any of the many things she did for others she would always change the focus to express gratitude for so many good things in her life . . . her loving family, her many close friends and totally without “preaching” her deep and sincere gratitude to a Higher Power.

I do not know why someone so young (relative to my age) and humble and so wonderful was taken from us while others who live a totally selfish life remain on this earth into their 80s and 90s. I do know that I miss my friend and I promise to always remember her with a smile. I will be praying for her family and everyone that loved her during this time of loss.

Debbie you remain with us in our memories!

RIP sweet lady@@Q

Debbie will be dearly missed. I am certain that the kindness and generosity she shared with all of us

Will be rewarded in heaven. Much love to Dave, Bekah, Sarah, Anthony and Deb’s parents whom took such tender loving care of Deb in the past year.

Mary Sarah

Thank you for being my friend as well as co-worker. We laughed, cried together throughout the years.

You will be deeply missed.

Prayers for Peace and comfort to your family and friends as we travel grief's journey

together.

Rest in peace Beautiful Lady.

Deb, I will cherish all the fun memories of growing up as cousins and all the parties, dinners, back yard BBQ's and holidays out at all the different restaurants open on Christmas Day. You will be missed but you are free of the pain. Say 'hi" to your grandparents and Denise for me. Till we meet again....Love ya! John U