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Nicole DeBroka Obituary

Dec. 13, 1977 - Aug. 19, 2013
SOUTH BEND - Nicole M. DeBroka, 35, of South Bend, IN, passed away following an illness, at 3:34 a.m. Monday, August 19, 2013 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka, IN. She was born on December 13, 1977 to Richard and Mary (Brazeau) Pritzel in Mishawaka, IN, and was a lifelong area resident. On August 7, 2004, as Nicole M. Pritzel, she married Ryan DeBroka at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Mishawaka, IN. Nicole is survived by her husband, Ryan DeBroka of South Bend, IN; her father, Richard Pritzel of Mishawaka, IN; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Michael E. and Marcia A. DeBroka of Mishawaka, IN; two sons, Anthony K. DeBroka and Trey A. DeBroka, both of South Bend, IN; stepdaughter, Brittany DeBroka of Mishawaka, IN; and a brother, Sean Pritzel of San Jose, CA. She was preceded in death by her mother and stepfather, Mary and Joseph Followay; maternal grandparents, William and Emma Brazeau; and paternal grandparents, Richard and Viola Pritzel. Nicole was a member of St. Jude Parish in South Bend. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial visitation will be from 1-3 p.m. Friday, August 23, 2013 at Kaniewski Funeral Home, 3545 N. Bendix Drive, South Bend, IN, followed by a Memorial Service at 3:00 p.m. at Kaniewski Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: The Nicole DeBroka Surviving Children Trust Fund, c/o Notre Dame Federal Credit Union. To send condolences, please visit, www.kaniewski.com.

Published by South Bend Tribune on Aug. 21, 2013.
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Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear of your loss. I want you all to know that she did love you all very much. You all remain in my thoughts and prayers.

Jackie Rife

August 24, 2013

Dear Rick and family,
There are no words that can fully express our sorrow for your loss. We add our prayers for peace and understanding to those being sent to you and the rest of Nikki's family.
With deepest sympathy,
John Coquillard, Gary and Gail Moon, Karen and Eric Brochhausen

Gail Moon

August 23, 2013

Ryan and family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Chuck & Julie DeBroka

August 23, 2013

May your family be comforted in your time of sorrow. Nikki was such a special person, even though we haven't talked in awhile I just remember that bright smile and energetic attitude she always had. Since 1990 were friends and she will always be in my memory. Rest In Heaven sweet angel. The Adams class of 96 has lost another star but God has gained a beautiful angel. Luv U Nikki

Sean McNeill

August 22, 2013

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Nicole and I used to be bleacher moms at Eastside little league when Anthony and the twins (Josh and Jared Curcio)played baseball together. I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Peace, prayers, and blessings to all.

Jennifer Medich

August 21, 2013

May God comfort and provide strength to Nikki's family and friends. She was far too young to leave the world this soon. She is now reunited in Heaven with her Mom. Rest well, sweet girl. May God hold you in the palm of his hand.

Tom and Judi Brown

August 21, 2013

Ryan, Anthony, Trey, Mickey and Marcia...so very sorry for you loss. Prayers to all familes.
Lorri

August 21, 2013

Ryan, Anthony, Trey, Mikey ,Marcia, so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Prayers for all the familes.

August 21, 2013

I am so very sorry for your loss, May the Lord bring you strength & courage in your time of need my prayers are with the entire family

Karyn Gold-Kirk

August 21, 2013

Marcia, bless you

Susan Wallace

August 21, 2013

Sadden by your loss I pray that god us with you know and your family

melissa hoffman

August 21, 2013

Nicole's brother Sean is a long time friend of my nephew, Jack Ham. I was so sorry to hear of Nicole's passing. Please know that you are all in my prayers. My deepest sympathies go out to you all.

Jill Vandygriff

August 21, 2013

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