It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that on Friday March 19th 2021, our beautiful sister, doting aunt, loving cousin and friend, lost her four and a half year battle with cancer.
Always the optimist and friend to everyone, family was her life. She would and did anything for those she loved. Those she loved included family, friends and animals of all kind.
She was a savant on many levels. The family historian, trivia expert, movie and music buff and worked puzzles of all kind. She was extremely patriotic and never failed to thank a veteran or current service member for their service and sacrifice.
She was preceded in death by her loving parents Prentice and Loyce Nelson, stepmother Phyllis Nelson, one brother Dennis Nelson, two nephews, Aaron Nelson and Kevin Lubben, and one brother-in-law Leslie Lubben.
She is survived by brothers Richard Nelson of Marion KY, Donald Nelson and Gary Nelson both of Princeton KY, and one sister, Susan Lubben of Evansville IN.
She is also survived by one step brother, Charles Presley and three step sisters, Lori Taylor, Penny Lisowski, and Jeannie Presley, all of Princeton, KY.
As per her request, there will be no funeral or service. Instead, she requested for her family to gather on her birthday in remembrance of her and to celebrate her life.
Robin Lowe/Minton says
Debbie was truly one of a kind with such a big open heart that always made me feel as part of your family, She was a strong lady and gave it a good fight and will forever be missed and I am truly thankful for having been given the privilege to know her..She loved more than anyone I know and truly held her family close she will forever be in our hearts and memories.. Sending much love and prayers to all of you..
April Freeman says
Debbie never forgot a birthday or anniversary and never had a bad word to say about anyone. She babysat my two and gave Nick a first Christmas ornament that we still hang on the tree every year. I remember how much fun we would have when I would spend the night with Susan. Love you Deb. You will be missed by so many.
Susan Lubben says
Bless you all. I miss you guys. Love to all. Thank you for all you said. I wasn’t aware of the ornament but that is true Debbie. 😘
Rita Wyatt says
The greatest person and friend who I loved like a sister will be so missed, but knowing she is in Gods hands where she will have no more pain and be so loved , we will keep you in our minds and our hearts, til we meet again, Be blessed in his kingdom
Love and Miss you
Your friend forever Rita Wyatt
Susan Lubben says
Blessed to those that believe. Thank you Rita. She’s definitely an Angel now. Like she wasn’t in this life? PLEASE. 😘😘😘😪
Aimee A says
I am so sorry for your loss. Debbie has encourged me so much over the last 28 years. Everytime I saw her she was always excited to see me and my littles. She always had a smile and hug. Debbie was blessing and always a joy. I am going to miss hunting her down each isle just to say Hi. Stopping in just for a familiar face and see if she was at work that day. Love you all and sending prayers and hugs! Xoxo
Susan Lubben says
Thank you Aimee. She always told me when she saw you. ‘Aimee was in today with the kid’s. Bless you sweetheart. 😘
Roger Lubben says
Debbie was a loving and caring and hard working person .She never met a stranger I have seen her go out of her way to help someone .She was the go to if you had a question about any movie .she Loved her family she had no hate toward anyone .She will be greatly missed and I am glad I had the opportunity to know her .
Susan Lubben says
Thank you Roger. Sooooo very true😀 Miss Savant on so many levels. Love to all
Susan Lubben says
My big sister, my friend, my confidant and roommate for 13 years. One of a kind as anyone knows. 😛😘 I miss her everyday. She’s not to be forgotten. She’s just not here right now. That’s how I’m dealing with it. 😪😪😪