Name: Visitation for Deborah Placke
Start: 2026-01-09T10:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-01-09T12:00:00.000Z
Location: Westbrock Funeral Home-BIGGER RD

Placke (McDermott), Deborah Ann

Deborah Ann Placke (McDermott) born September 22, 1949 passed away at Hospice of Dayton on January 2, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents Robert and Margaret McDermott (Saunders), Brother David McDermott and Sister Cathy Denardo. She leaves behind her loving husband of 55 years William (Bill) Placke, son Brian Placke, Daughters Laura Placke and Amanda Anderson (Evan). Grandchildren Amara Conn, Samuel Placke, Evan D Anderson, Hailey Anderson, Miles Anderson, Matthew Cooper, and Rue Anderson. Also Sister Vicki (Joe) Moeller and more nieces and nephews than you can count. Debbie loved being a grandma more than anything. She was a Girl Scout Leader for 12+ years. Staying in touch with many of her scouts and other leaders fostering lifelong friendships. Friendships that lasted today where they would meet monthly at Perkins to keep in touch. Next to her children and grandchildren Debbie loved arts and crafts. Crocheting afghans and creating Christmas ornaments for not only her children but all of her numerous nieces and nephews. Designing fairy gardens, flower gardening, beaded bracelets, rock painting and concrete stepping stones to name a few. Debbie loved her annual July trips to Myrtle Beach and often traveled to Cedarville, in Michigan's upper peninsula. Debbie's legacy of love, compassion and dedication will continue to live on in the hearts of those she touched. Her presence will be sorely missed, but her spirit will remain a guiding light for her family and all who were fortunate to know her. In honoring her memory, family and friends will gather for visitation on January 9, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Westbrock Funeral Home - BIGGER RD, Kettering Ohio. Following the visitation, a memorial service will begin at 12:00 PM. A graveside service will take place at Calvary Cemetery following the Memorial Service, where Debbie will be laid to rest. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Debbie's memory to the American Cancer Society or the Humane Society of Greater Dayton.

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Published by Dayton Daily News from Jan. 7 to Jan. 8, 2026.

Memories and Condolences
for Deborah Placke

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4 Entries

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