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Debra Edelman Obituary
RICHMOND, Ind. – Debra K. Edelman, age 93, of Richmond, Indiana, died unexpectedly on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the State Dock Marina in Jamestown, Kentucky.
Born June 8, 1931, in Dallas, Texas, Debra had lived in Indiana since 1948. She and her late husband Jack owned many businesses, including the Recycling Center Inc. in Richmond, Franklin Iron and Metal Corporation of Dayton, Ohio, First Street Recycling in Dayton, Springfield Recycling LLC of Springfield, Ohio, Edelman Management of Richmond, and The Jack and Debra Edelman Foundation, of Richmond. Debra valued and appreciated all of her employees. She was an avid water and snow skier and boat owner and had many friends in the boating and skiing communities, as well as friends in politics, at both the local and state level. Debra never met a stranger and she loved to be involved in events with the community. She was a generous philanthropist and loved supporting her community.
Survivors include her brother-in-law, Morrie (Janice) Edelman; nephews, David (Sonya) Edelman, Mark (Pam) Klein, Matt (Lydia) Klein; great-nieces, Lauren (Jerimiah and baby, Haven Lou) Beachy and Morgan Edelman; long-time employee, personal assistant, and friend, Jenny Staton; other great-nieces and nephews; and many special friends and employees that held a special place in her heart.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Jack Edelman; parents; only son, Israel "Izzy" Edelman; and her beloved little dog, SengKye.
A Time of Gathering for Debra K. Edelman will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Doan & Mills Funeral Home, 790 National Road West, Richmond. Funeral service will follow at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Doan & Mills Funeral Home. Entombment will be in Earlham Memorial Mausoleum.
Memorial contributions may be made to: The Jack and Debra Edelman Foundation, c/o Mark Maddox, 10150 Lantern Road, Suite 175, Fishers, IN 46037, to be distributed to the many charities that they support.
Condolences may be sent to the family via the guest book at www.doanmillsfuneralhome.com.
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Ellan(Edelman)Potasky
May 23, 2025
I wonder if maybe I might be related. My Edelman family was originally from St Louis. I think they were in the shoe business. My father moved us to Tulsa,Oklahoma as he went into the oil business. I married a Daytonian and lived in Dayton for 22 years. We were very friendly with Don and Sue Zulanch.
Marc Duning
May 22, 2025
I felt a void in my life when I heard of the tragic death of Debra and have been remembering my past joy of the Edelman family since I was a teenager. Debra and Jack influenced my life in so many ways that I could write volumes both personal and business. Debra's style, strength and character were and are insurmountable and a terrific role model. I'll miss her joy, kindness and especially ...her insatiable laugh! Be in God's peace Debra, Izzy, Jack and her many Lhasa Ipsos.
Don Zulanch
May 21, 2025
So so sorry. Great lady. Will be missed.
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