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Deborah OConnor Obituary
Deborah L. OConnor, 39, of Slatington, passed away Friday, November 11 at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown. Debbie was born in Bethlehem, PA on August 24, 1972, a daughter of Barbara (Bigelow) Buskirk, of Bethlehem, PA and the late John C. Buskirk. She was the wife of Preston S. OConnor. Deborah was employed in Human Resources at K-Mart Lehigh Valley, for 22 years, last working in the 4th St. store in Allentown. She was very active in the Family Support Group of Company C., 111th Infantry in Kutztown during the units deployments to Kosovo and Iraq and was alsso involved in Armory Family Life. Survivors: In addition to her mother and her husband; son, Dustin L. Keich, daughter Lindsey G. Buskirk, sons, P. Seamus OConnor and Declan R. OConnor, all at home; brother, John M. Buskirk, husband of Ruby, of Oklahoma City, OK; sister, Kathy Van Buskirk, of Jasper, AL. Services: Friends are invited to call Thursday November 17 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the David J. Boyko Funeral Home, 855 Lehigh Street, Allentown, PA. Religious service at the Funeral Home at 12 noon. Interment follows at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, East Hanover, PA. Arrangements entrusted to the Feeney Funeral Home, Reading, PA and the David J. Boyko Funeral Home, 855 Lehigh St., Allentown, PA. Obituary and condolences at johnfeeneyfuneralhome.com.
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for Deborah OConnor
Peggy
November 10, 2022
Still think of you often!!
Family Huertas
November 19, 2011
May you Rest in Peace..
Michael Pezoldt
November 17, 2011
Sorry for you loss, my she rest in peace
Michele Figueroa-Delgado
November 17, 2011
My Deepest Sympathy to the entire family. I knew Debbie for a long time and I enjoyed talking and working with her. She was a great person and will be missed dearly!!!
Erin Stein
November 17, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss, my heart and prayers go out to the family.
Staci Ott
November 17, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Peggy Arnold
November 17, 2011
Miss you my dear friend!!
Rick Klock & Monica
November 17, 2011
Preston and Family,
Rick and I were so shocked to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
jane kovalchick
November 17, 2011
Debbie will never be forgotten by me. We met at work. (Kmart) She was so much like me....Not afraid to say what was on her mind. I guess that's why we got along so well. She will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Kelly Villano-Strybuc
November 16, 2011
I am very shocked and saddened to hear of the loss of such an awesome person! Every memory I have of Debbie growing up is a great one. She always called me her "favorite" of all the nieces cause I was just like her. Definitely a one of a kind individual. I will hold all the great memories near and dear to my heart, and hope that family will do the same. Gone way too soon, but not forgotten. Thoughts and prayers are with all family and friends in this time of need. Love ya Debbie.... Xoxo
Sherri Weiss
November 16, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to Debbie's family. We went to high school together. Heaven has another beautiful angel. God bless you in your time of need.
Jeanine Tomcics
November 16, 2011
I am very sorry for your loss. Debbie was a wonderful person and will truly be missed by me and the entire staff. We will miss her coming in to the office and adding some excitement to our day.
Karen Johnson
November 16, 2011
To the OConnor & Buskirk Families:
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Debbie was a wonderful women, mother, daughter, sister and friend. I enjoyed knowing her and our kids playing together. I loved our hanging out on Meadow Street while the kids played. Good times. She will be greatly missed.
Sincerely, The Johnson Family
Amanda Andrew and Aryanna
November 16, 2011
When I first started at Kmart on South 4th street I wasn't sure it was the fit for me and then I met Debbie. She literally taught me everything and helped me to see just how capable I was. If not for her I'm not sure I'd be where I am today. She was a great woman and always put others ahead of herself. If you ever needed anything she was there. I'll always remember the year she showed up to Aryanna's party with enough balloons to lift her in the air just to see the smile on her face. Or the year we dressed in Santa and Elf aprons on Black Friday just to spread some cheer around the store. She was truly a great woman and will be missed by anyone that had the pleasure to meet her. Personally I'm proud just to say I knew Debbie and she was my friend. May she rest in peace.
ruby smith
November 16, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the family
Ray Higdon
November 16, 2011
When I was transferred to the South 4th street store I was told by many that if you could get along with Debbie you will have it made. The day I started I walked in and said where is Debbie and she sat right there. We instantly became friends. She was my friend and the closest I will ever have as a sister. I never met a person that would absolutely do anything for anyone. She was tough but fair and she was my friend. Its breaks my heart that she is now gone, I so looked forward to her coming back to work. My thoughts and prayers go out to her husband Preston and her wonderful polite children. Debbie was a wonderful mother and her kids and husband were her life. Then came Kmart. Debbie I will never forget you and I will miss you my friend. Thank you for all you taught me. Ray
November 16, 2011
Dear Preston, Dustin, Lindsey, Seamus and Declan,
We are so sorry for your loss. Deb was a great woman, wife, and mother who had strong voice and always stood up for what she believed. She also had the biggest heart of gold and would help anyone that needed it. Her loss is not only yours but a great loss to society as well.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
The Galipeau Family
Alison
November 16, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Debbie was such a strong and caring person. She will always be remembered. Whenever I hear the song " Here without you" by Three Doors Down, I think of her, It kept her going when Preston was away. Now it will keep us remembering her.
tara miller
November 16, 2011
You are in my prayers
ROGER & JUDY REPPERT
November 16, 2011
We era very sorry to of your loss. My wife worked with Debbie at K-MART for maney years. our prayers go out to you and your family.
November 16, 2011
To Debbie's Family..I'm so sorry for your loss..Debbie was a close friend of mine as a fellow Manager at the store. I'll never forget the day I had the house fire..the first person to jump out of a car was Debbie and Troy and with a bag of Preston's clothes for me to wear...Debbie was a great friend and she always had my back. I will miss her immensely.
Thurston Mohr and Family
Tim Allen
November 16, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with Debbie and her family.
Krystin Ziminsky
November 16, 2011
Rest in Paradise Sweet Debbie. Working with you at Kmart was a Blast!!! You were a Great Woman with a Big Heart!!! You were a Great Manager and an even Greater Friend. You are and will continue to be Missed Dearly. My Heart and Prayers go out to all Family and Friends. I love you Debbie!!!!
Koda Koch
November 16, 2011
Lindsey,Dustin, and Preston,
Debbie was a wonderful woman and mom. I'm glad I got to know her. I'm always here for you guys.
lisa wilson
November 16, 2011
my condolences to her family & all her loved ones! may it bring you comfort and strength during this difficult time!
dhs c/o 91'
Allison and Mike Belfonti
November 16, 2011
We are sorry that your family has to go through such a great loss. We only met Debbie once, and she was so full of life.
Lindsey, you are such a sweet girl and we want you to know that we are thinking about you and your family.
Debra Thomas
November 16, 2011
I worked with Debbie at Kmart on S4th Allentown She was a tough cookie But she got the job done I saw her in the store last month told her I will be glad when you come back to work Bless your FAmily .
Barbara (Allen) Renner
November 16, 2011
To Debbie's family,
I was shocked to hear of Debbie's passing. I'm so sorry for your loss. Find comfort in knowing she is in Heaven watching over all of you. Rest in Peace Debbie.
Mary Lickfield
November 16, 2011
My deepest thoughts & prayers go out to Debbie's family. I pray for God's comfort & strength to see them through this difficult time. I worked with Debbie at KMart on Mercury Blvd in Allentown PA. She was a great co-worker, & will be missed. It's been years since I've seen her as I moved to NY. God's blessings to the family.
Debbie Krauss
November 16, 2011
I got to know Debbie a few years ago when we both attended St. Peters Church. She was fun to talk to and yet, one moment sticks out in my mind, when she went out of her way to comfort me during a difficult day I was having.
I admired her for all she handled in her busy life.
May God walk with all of you in the days ahead as Debbie watches over you.
With deepest sympathy,
Debbie Krauss
Kohler Family
November 16, 2011
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help.
Melissa Moreland Rissmiller
November 16, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss.I went to school with Debbie but didn't really get to know her until she brought her kids to Sunday School at our church St.Peter's in Allentown.She had a great personality,she will be missed.My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.God Bless!
Peggy Arnold
November 16, 2011
Words can never be comforting at times like these but please remember your family will always be in my heart. Debbie was a dear friend of mine for 22 yrs despite the distances at times. She will always be remembered in my heart. She will be remembered by many for her kind & giving heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Kim Greb
November 16, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Deb from sunday school/nursery at St. Peter's and she will be missed. God bless!
The Slivka's
November 16, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss and will be praying for strength, peace, and comfort for you and your family during this difficult time.
Sabrina Bermudez (Follweiler)
November 16, 2011
I'm very saddened by the loss of Debbie, she was my co-worker and friend. I'll never forget her laugh,smile and generosity.My thoughts and prayers are with your family right now.
Dana Brill
November 16, 2011
May she rest in peace.
The Cuth Family
November 16, 2011
May the Lord with all of you and bestow upon you peace and comfort during this trying time. God Bless
Tina Horvath Frey
November 16, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I went to school with Debbie and haven't seen her since graduation. But a loss like this affects everyone she has known. She will be missed.
BONNIE ROHOMAN -ECK
November 16, 2011
My sympanthy go out to the Oconner family and the Buskirk family i'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your daughter , wife ,mother .. Debbie wasn't just a dear friend of mine i also looked at her as a sister i grew up with Debbie sience i was a child and i know she will be greatly missed .. RIP SWEET ANGLE ....
Brenda Nieves
November 16, 2011
To the Buskirk & OConnor families,
Words can't express how I am feeling about the loss of my dear friend, Debbie. She is & always will be a great friend to me. I have known her for many years but recently saw her over the summer. I pray for her soul be with God & for heart to heal with time and that God bless you all during this difficult time. Rest In Paradise Debbie & remember....HUSKY PRIDE FOREVER!
Annie Toth
November 16, 2011
when you think of a 'one of a kind' person, debbie surely fits the mold. i have never come across such a bold, dynamic, energetic, caring, loving, fiesty, funny, so-involved person. it was a heck of a ride working with her in several stores. my condolences go out to dustin, lindsey, seamus, declan, preston & the rest of her family and friends. R.I.P. Debbie. You will never be forgotten!
Teena Gensey
November 16, 2011
To Debbies family, so sorry for your loss. i got to know her when i worked at K-marts and she was a beautiful women. and to her son Dustin im so sorry for your mothers loss. she will always be watchin over you forever. Teena
Hollie Snyder
November 16, 2011
I am so sorry for everyone's loss,no words can ever console your feelings at this time.But know that there are alot of people out there who care and are always here for you in your time of need and always going forward.I loved my friend and I love her family.Please reach deep down and find comfort in your hearts knowing that you have a beautiful angel amongst you.
Kalean & Doug Beck
November 16, 2011
Debbie an awesome person and a wonderful friend "Life.....so fragile, Loss....so sudden, Heart....so broken,...in the wake of such a loss, we are haunted by things we dont, and may never understand." Yet the solace we seek may not come from answers. So we look for comfort in the belief of love's everlasting connection. May that love lift you and hold you close, and give you peace. Deepest Sympathy LOVE:
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