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Deborah A. Eisele

1951 - 2017

Deborah A. Eisele obituary, 1951-2017, Belleville, IL

BORN

1951

DIED

2017

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Valhalla Gardens of Memory

3412 Frank Scott Pkwy West

Belleville, Illinois

Deborah Eisele Obituary

Deborah Eisele

Deborah A. Eisele, nee Geiger, 66, born February 17, 1951 in East St. Louis, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at her residence in Belleville, Illinois.

Deborah was a member of St. Luke's Catholic Church, Belleville, Illinois. She loved playing Bingo, love to entertain family and friends. She enjoyed spending time at the beach and in the sun. She loved to dress in costumes for Halloween.

Deborah was preceded in death by her parents, Harry Jess and Hazel Irene, nee Richardson, Geiger.

Surviving are her loving husband of 47 years, Stephen Eisele, whom she married on January 10, 1970; her son, Todd Edward (Jennifer) Eisele; daughters, Dawn Ellen Rabe and Christina Renee Eisele; two grandsons, Conner Steven Rabe and Brady Quinn Eisele; a brother Darryl (Paula) Geiger; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorials in Deborah's memory may be made to BJC Hospice Patient Fund. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.valhallagardensandfuneralhome.com

Visitation: A memorial gathering will be from 9 to 11 a.m. held on Saturday, September 16, 2017, at St Luke's Catholic Church, Belleville, Illinois.

Services: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at St. Luke's Catholic Church.

Valhalla Gaerdner Holten Funeral Home, Belleville, Illinois.

VALHALLA GAERDNER HOLTEN FUNERAL HOME, Belleville, Ill.

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Published by Belleville News-Democrat on Sep. 15, 2017.

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Art Inglis

December 20, 2017

Steve, I am sorry to hear about the passing of your wife Deborah. Along with all your railroad friends in Jacksonville and myself we extend our sincere condolences.

Dale and Carolyn Goetten

October 4, 2017

Steve, Dale and I are so very sorry for your loss. Please know that we are thinking of all of you and praying for you.
We have so many fond memories of Debbie and will always hold them dear.
Love to all.
Dale and Carolyn Goetten

September 18, 2017

Our condolences and prayers are with the Eisele family during this difficult time.

The Blair family

John and Brenda LaMonte

September 18, 2017

Steve and Family please accept my and Brenda's condolences. We are sincerely sorry for your loss. Your friends down the street . John and Brenda LaMont 1560 Erica Renee Ct .

Lisa Wilkens-Sundling

September 15, 2017

Eisele Family,
I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Debbie. She lit up the room with her fun spirit. I'll always remember the times that our families spent together at the softball fields, pool, and the sleepovers at your house. She was always so kind and caring to me and I'll forever be grateful. May you all find peace during this difficult time. We'll miss you Debbie.

George Geiger

September 15, 2017

I'm shocked I knew she was sick but wasn't ready for this news.Just found out about Debbie's passing.She fought hard to stay with her familynow she can rest in peace.My sincere condolences to the family.
George Geiger

September 15, 2017

TO STEVE, DAWN, TODD, AND CHRISTINA. I CAN REMEMGER IT LIKE YESTERDAY BABYSITTING YOU ALL WHILE YOU WERE GROWING UP. YOUR MOM WAS A REALLY GOOD PERSON AND FUN AND ALL AROUND GREAT MOM. I HAVE ALOT OF GOOD MEMORIES OF HER. I REMEMBER GOING TO YOUR GRANDPARENTS AND PLAYING VOLLYBALL, AND YOUR MOM AND DAD GOING ON ALL THE BALL TOURNAMENTS WITH US. IM GLAD I HAVE ALL THOSE MEMORIES TO SHARE. IM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD COMFORT YOU AT THIS TIME. SHES IN A GOOD PLACE IM SURE.

TINA JOINES HAMILTON

Jason and Cathy Willett

September 15, 2017

Eisele Family, I'm so sad for all of you. Debbie was a wonderful person. She was always good to me and my brother when we were at your house. So many great sports memories with her on the sidelines in Fairview Heights. Very special times for all of us. So sorry for your loss. Let us know how we can help.

Gary Ancer

September 14, 2017

Steve, Dawn, Todd & Cristina,
Words are inadequate at a time like this to express how sorry I am during this difficult time. Debbie was truly a wonderful friend and will never be forgotten. The good times we all had together were priceless! God bless all of you.

September 14, 2017

My dearest friend of 50 years, I can't believe you're gone. I can still see us at the teen dances, then getting married (my maid of honor and Steve the best man), having babies, playing bingo, having grandchildren. You and I supporting each other after our cancer diagnoses vowing to fight all the way. You fought the best fight and I admired you for your courage and stamina. I will miss your funny sarcasm and high spirit. Save me a seat up there in bingo heaven. Always in my heart, I love you Debbie.

Linda and Adrian Reed

September 14, 2017

I sure do miss my Friend Debbie, She loved to play cards, Wii, scrabble and any game you could find and had more costumes than Party City. Halloween was always fun at your house. I really hated when she moved away, but she needed to be near her family and I couldn't agree more. Debbie you will always be in my heart and whenever I play cards I will think of you... Miss you my friend XOXO.
Mark & Patty Trauthwein
Jacksonville, Florida

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