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Deborah Placke Obituary

Placke (McDermott), Deborah Ann

Age 76, of Dayton, OH, passed away January 2, 2026. Visitation 10am-12pm, Fri., Jan. 9 at Westbrock Funeral Home, Kettering. Westbrock Funeral Home, Kettering, OH.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Jan. 6, 2026.

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Linda Morgan

January 9, 2026

My prayers go out to all family and friends. Debbie was a wonderful person and we did a lot together back in the day. She is at peace now and not in pain and I am grateful for that. I am so glad that I was able to see her on Christmas Eve and talk with her. Love to everyone who holds her dear.

Maggie Lipinski

January 9, 2026

My heartfelt condolences to you all in Debbie's passing. She was a great lady and a great Girl Scout Leader. It was very fun being with her troop through the years. She was a great leader for all the girls. Cherish all the wonderful memories. Maggie Lipinski

Lora / Alicia / Kenzie

January 7, 2026

Our heartfelt condolences to Debbie's family. Such a kind and generous soul - departing life way too early. We're grateful for the time that we knew her and all that she did for our family. With love and God's Blessings to all - thank you for sharing her with so many. She will definitely be missed.

James Head

January 6, 2026

Rip, Debbie your Myrtle Beach
Friends. Jim and Cheri Head

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9

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Westbrock Funeral Home-BIGGER RD

5980 Bigger Rd., Kettering, OH

Jan

9

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Westbrock Funeral Home-BIGGER RD

5980 Bigger Rd., Kettering, OH

Jan

9

Memorial service

12:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Westbrock Funeral Home-BIGGER RD

5980 Bigger Rd., Kettering, OH

Jan

9

Memorial service

12:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Westbrock Funeral Home-BIGGER RD

5980 Bigger Rd., Kettering, OH

Jan

9

Graveside service

1:30 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Calvary Cemetery

1625 Calvary Ave., Dayton, OH

Jan

9

Graveside service

1:30 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Calvary Cemetery

1625 Calvary Ave., Dayton, OH

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Westbrock Funeral Home - Kettering

5980 Bigger Road, Dayton, OH 45440

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