Deborah Lynn McElwain

Dear Kathy and Gary,
I just received the news of Deborah's passing. My heart grieves for you as you mourn. May the love of family and friends give you consolation. With Christian love and hope, Sue Straeter

Dear Kathy, Gary, Adam, Aunt Ginny, Uncle Gene, Teri, Gene, Rosie, Jessica, Casey & all of Debbie's family & many friends:

It has taken me several days to compose my thoughts as I move from shock to grief. It still seems unbelievable that Debbie is gone, and I can't imagine the pain you are all feeling right now.

I wanted to tell you & others what I noticed most about our beloved Debbie at our family reunion just last month.

What I saw, heard and...

Francis Reinhart told me of your daughter going to meet the Lord. My heart goes out to you and your family in the loss of Deborah.
May you be able to turn to the Lord not in finding the answer as to why but in finding strength till you meet again.

I just wanted to let Debbies family know that my heart and prayers are with them. I knew Debbie through Cheerleading and Non Profit Leadership Class for American Humanics. I did not know her well but what I did know was that she was a beautiful lady who spread love and cheer to all those she came in contact with. I feel very fortunate to have known Debbie and can assure you she will be missed around the WJC campus. Her dreams live on. Thank you Debbie for leading a life of cheer.

Dear Gary and Kathy,
Maureen called us to tell us of your great loss. We recalled seeing Deborah at The Pear Tree a year or so ago and and Stanley especially remembered that she had been chosen to be a cheerleader at William Jewell.
We extend our heartfelt sympathy to all your family at this time.
Stanley and Jean Anne Bird

Dear Gary,

What a terrible loss that you, Kathy and Adam have suffered! Your daughter must have been a wonderful, vibrant girl who touched many lives. God bless you all.

Dear Gary & Kathy, Jim Martin called me this morning to let me know of your loss. I am very sorry to hear. If there is any thing I can do for yoy, please let me know.

I find it appropriate that I am one of the first people to sign Debbie's online guest book, as I am her cousin who lives in London and regrettably am unable to attend her services. However, the internet makes it possible to be closer in touch, even when a ocean separates us.

My favorite memory of Debbie is from July 2001 when I went to Macon for a couple days. As we had done several summers in previous years we went out on the speed boat, then Debbie and I took turns driving...

My heart goes out to you. Debbie was a beautiful, special young lady whom I am proud to say is my friend. We all love her and miss her...my prayers are with you.
Love,
Kimberly L. Brand
Chapter K PEO