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Priya Patel
August 16, 2015
you were the best science and reading teacher i ever had i miss you a lot i always remember you
Gwen McConkey
February 21, 2015
Saying goodbye to my mother was the hardest thing I had ever done. She was such an amazing, strong, beautiful, kind, caring women. I am still in shock from the day she was diagnosed with brain cancer. The night we lost her I was scared to see her because I just didn't know what to expect and I never want to go back to the night again it was the hardest day of my entire life. Living without a mom it's not fair, everyone as a child should have 2 parents. I need a mom in my life. I need someone to help me with girl and boy problems, and my prom, and wedding. I would like to look at her in my mind the way she was before cancer but it's hard to do that when u saw her everyday with cancer and how it changed her. The first week back to school was a tough week. I couldn't focus on anything at all because all I could think about was her and the impact she made on my life. I just wanted to be left alone I didn't want to talk to anyone at all I just wanted to cry. I remember she said to me "I hate what this is doing to you" and I said "it's only making me stronger." But I hate more what it did to her. Mom I just pray that you are happy now and in peace. I know you will be with me every step of the way. I love and miss you so very much. RIPā¤
May 14, 2014
Debbie - We will always love you, we will never forget you and we will honor your memory by being a permanent presence in the lives of Dave, Abbey and Gwen. Your kind heart, bravery and love for family and friends have left their indelible mark on us all. Thank you for allowing us to be by your side through this most difficult fight - it was a true privilege.
Aunt Gerry, Uncle Harry and cousins Kenny, Nancy, Kim, Richard and Keith
Mom&Dad's 40th Ann. June2005
Deborah McConkey
May 12, 2014
Debbie's 40th Bday Feb.2008
Debbie McConkey
May 12, 2014
May 12, 2014
Saying goodbye to my sweet girl is the hardest thing I have had to do in my life.
When you were diagnosed last Jan. 2013, my quest began to try to help you become yourself once again.
You finally made me realize that was not going to happen.
In the last few weeks as family and friends came to visit and say their good byes, you made all of us realize just how brave you were.
You were teaching us once again how to be strong and have courage.
I pray that you help Abbey & Gwen as they grow into adults. It will be difficult not to have their mom during these special years to come.
Please help me with that Debbie.
They are missing you but I don't think they have realized the full impact of your being gone.
Forgive me for trying to keep you here with me.
I am so sorry you had to go through all you did.
I realize that God must have needed you more.
Now you are with your little angel Charlotte Hope in Heaven and
enjoying all of our loved ones in Heaven too. Sweetheart,
keep dancing with the angels in God's beautiful garden.
My sweet girl, I love you to the Moon and back.
I will miss you forever and forever. Till we meet again.
Loving you always. Mom
May 11, 2014
I do not know if I can ever find the words to express the loss that I feel in losing our most beautiful daughter. My greatest joy in life has been the my marriage and the birth of our children--Kip, Debbie, Cindy and Jaclyn. I can not get the image of Debbie out of my mind. Debbie was a picture of beauty and I continue to remember her in that way and not as she suffered with the changes caused by cancer.
Debbie loved to teach and she was exceptional at her profession and was a model teacher by all those who witnessed her at work.
One of Debbie's personal traits were her thank you notes. She was frustrated when she could no longer write them and God knows she tried. For those of you who were fortunate to get one PLEASE embrace and cherish it for you know it came from a very caring person.
Debbie was a terrific mother and made sure that her daughters were active and in touch with the arts. It hurts me to know that they will never experience the warmth of their mother at graduation, prom, marriage and the birth of their own children. I am also saddened that they will no longer feel their mother's touch as she stroked their arm as her mother once did to her.
My God it is hard to let her go but I feel that she had suffered enough and it was time to say good bye.
Debbie ---Be at peace. Be at peace. I love you so much,
Dad
Steve, Debbie and Dave in 2008.
David Barger
April 18, 2014
Aaron Seedorf
April 17, 2014
She was a wonderful teacher through every year I was in elementary school. She taught spanish and then I was lucky enough to be in her first 6th grade class at Schwarzkoff. I will always remember her as one of my favorite teachers.
collette zelinski
April 16, 2014
We were fortunate enough to have Debbie as my daughter's 6th grade teacher. She was an encouraging loving teacher who was able to see the best in all her students. She had a way of taking shy unsure kids and help them shine.
Feel so lucky to have known her.
Jayette Bolinski
April 16, 2014
My heart goes out to Dave, the girls and Debbie's family. Thinking of you all.
Linda Boehmer
April 16, 2014
I am a retired teacher from UCS. I worked with Debbie from 2002-2004 as she was the co-chair of the Elementary World Language Program in Utica Community Schools. Her knowledge and expertise - and her kindness and compassion were on display - always. We were blessed to have had her as our leader. She will be missed - by everyone with whom she had contact - as she was such a special woman - truly incredible!!!!!
Cindy 'B'
April 15, 2014
As little girls, you were my favorite friend to be with. As we grew older, we settled into married lives as moms, and although we didn't see each other as much as we wanted to, you sent me a birthday card every year with a lottery ticket. I realize now, that I already won the lottery a long time ago by having you as a friend. Goodbye my dear friend-Te extrano para siempre-I will miss you forever!
Krauzowicz family
April 15, 2014
She taught all three of my children. Mrs McConkey was their favorite. Our family was sad with the news of her passing. She will be missed greatly!!
Vesna Matovski
April 15, 2014
Sending prayers to your entire family. Debbie was such a kind a soul. She will be missed.
Connie Chartier
April 15, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to Debbies family. Debbie meant so much, to so many people. May her spirit live on in those left behind.
April 15, 2014
Someone as special as Debbie will never be forgotten. She will remain in our hearts forever. May God comfort you all at this difficult time. The Pledl Family
Naughton family
April 15, 2014
What a wonderful family! We are so very sorry for the loss of your Debbie. You are all in our many prayers to find peace in your hearts., our thoughts are with you. God bless all of you.
Jennifer (Szachta) Weingarten
April 15, 2014
My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time, I remember Debbie from my childhood neighborhood as a kind, good-natured oldest girl of the Koszewski family, I know she will be missed, but may her memories warm your hearts today and always.
Bill&Judy
April 14, 2014
Thinking of all of You, After so many years of knowing Debbie we will always remember her as the beautiful woman she was.She is in God's sweet embrace...Love to all and will see you when we return to Michigan
Jen and Rob Meyersieck
April 14, 2014
Our sympathy goes out to your entire family. We will continue to keep you in our prayers in the many difficult days ahead.
Rob and Jen Meyersieck
April 14, 2014
Our sympathy goes out to your entire family. We will continue to keep you in our prayers during this difficult time.
Revel Gappy
April 14, 2014
Mrs. McConkey, you've impacted the lives of so many students at Schwarzkoff. I'm thankful to have had you as my 6th grade English teacher a few years ago.
My sincerest condolences to the family. May you R.I.P
April 14, 2014
"Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God;" John 14:1
May God's strength be with you. May the Comforter come and give you peace and understanding. With deepest sympathy, John & Ruth Post
April 14, 2014
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with the family of Deborah L. McConkey. May God comfort you all at this time in your lives. Peace ~ The Downer Family (Joe & Tarasa)
Tim and Maryanne Van Gelderen
April 14, 2014
Remembering Debbie -- as sweet as she was beautiful. A precious gift from God, returned to Him too soon. Yet in her short life she made a difference in so many other lives. God's peace and comfort to all who love her.
Jackie Spatafora
April 14, 2014
My deepest sympathy ,Kip, to you and your entire family . I know God will comfort and give you strength during this difficult time.
Staci Sumner
April 14, 2014
What a beautiful lady and taken too early. Rest in Peace beauty.
Lisa Grubbs
April 14, 2014
My daughter, Stephanie had Ms McConkey last year in 6th grade. Stephanie had always loved to write but last year having Debbie for a teacher she developed an incredible passion for it and wrote her first novel (yes she is still a 7th grader) this year. She will dedicate her first book to Debbie. In the times I was in Debbie's classroom helping out I got to know Debbie and admire her for the wonderful teacher she was. We send our deepest sympathy to all her family in this difficult time.
Riki Ray (formerly Bumstead)
April 14, 2014
Both of my sons had Debbie as a teacher at Ewell, & I was lucky enough to get to know her, she was a beautiful person inside and out. I am so sorry for your loss.
Kathy Maclean
April 14, 2014
My prayers go out to you and your family, Debbie! I will always remember your smiling face everyday in high school! You were so sweet and I will never forget you! May you RIP!
Dennis & Kathy Szymanski
April 14, 2014
Our hearts just ache for Debbie and for the family. There are really no words to express the depth of your loss. Our thoughts are with you all. Peace.
Angela Swantek
April 14, 2014
my deepest sympathy. You touched so many lives in the Schwartzkoff family and you will truly be missed.
Karen (Kinbaum) Virgo
April 14, 2014
Rest in peace, Debbie. God has another beautiful smile with him in heaven. May His mercy and strength comfort your family until His grace brings you back together again in His glory.
jeff milke
April 14, 2014
My deepest sympathy to your family. I always remember you quiet gentle smile. Your legacy with the children you taught over 22 years is amazing. May you be at peace. Jeff Milke a friend from school.
Frances Sullivan
April 14, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with Debbie's family. May she rest in peace and spend eternal life with her baby girl, Charlotte.
Karen Blaesser
April 14, 2014
My deepest sympathy to Jaclyn and her family. Thoughts and prayers to you all during this extremely difficult time.
Ann Marasco
April 14, 2014
Rest in Peace Debbie. I know you will be missed dearly! You are a high school friend that will always be remembered by being so beautiful, kind, smart and thoughtful. My thoughts and prayers go out to Debbie's family.
Sue Schmitt-Matzen (FSP Board Secretary)
April 14, 2014
My sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved Debbie. She was a wonderful person and I was proud to have known her. The circumstances as to how we met were unusual, but the bond we shared was unbreakable. May she rest in God's loving arms, and may the Angels always be beside her and her dear Charlotte Hope. You remain in my thoughts and prayers.
April 14, 2014
May God hold you close in His comforting arms during this time of great loss and sorrow. I did not know Deborah, but her sister, Cindi is a friend and colleague. And knowing the wonderful spirit, kindness and goodness of her sister, Cindi, I am certain Deborah was cut from the same beautiful fabric. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. (Eric Weber, JAC Products)
Shawn Glide
April 14, 2014
I send love and prayers to Deborah's family and friends, and I remember her well from High School. Deborah was a beautiful person inside and out, and she will be missed.
Shawn Duch Glide (Eisenhower, 86)
April 14, 2014
I am so very sorry, Jaclyn, for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. ~Caroline Labadie
April 14, 2014
Rest dearest Debbie and watch over your loving family who will miss you so much. And Lord, be with this heartbroken family as they heal. God bless you all.
Renee Gibson
April 14, 2014
I Will Never Forget Debbies Kind Eyes & Beautiful Smile. And Genuine soul!
Laura Chopp
April 14, 2014
Debbie, you will be greatly missed. You were a great teaching partner and friend. I am proud to have known you. Rest in peace my friend.
Heather Andrus
April 14, 2014
We loved you and will miss you deeply. You were one of the best teachers I ever knew and one of the kindest and most caring people around. Prayers to the entire family.
puddy seguin
April 14, 2014
my thoughts are with you all.
Todd Defer
April 14, 2014
May you rest in peace Debbie! You and Kerrie are in a better place now. May god bless you and your family at this time. Thank you for being a true friend and a great person. Peace be with you! God bless my junior high and highschool friend!
puddy seguin
April 14, 2014
may God keep you all in his heart through this difficult time, May Debbie rest in peace with no more pain. much love to you all.
Donna Allen
April 14, 2014
I am so sad that my dear friend, Debbie, has lost her battle with cancer. Her determination and courage was unmatched. She did everything doctors asked and nothing worked. Why do bad things happen to such good people? She was the most enthusiastic, creative, and inspiring teacher I have ever had the honor of knowing. I was lucky enough to be her teaching partner and friend. My love and prayers to the whole family. She will be greatly missed. Donna Allen
Brigid Koszewski
April 14, 2014
Her beauty and strength and love for her family will always be with us. The lessons she taught both in and out of the classroom will continue to teach others for generations. It has been a privilege and an honor to call her my sister.
Scott Zweng
April 14, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the McConkey and Koszewski families during this very difficult time. Kip, please let me know if you need anything, brother.
Take care, and God Bless.
Scott Zweng and Family and
Grizzlies Black Softball
Tracy Nichols
April 13, 2014
RIP my highschool friend. You will truly be missed. Prayers for your family. God bless.
Judi Vargo
April 13, 2014
So sorry...sending healing thoughts and prayers
Pam Troyer
April 13, 2014
I was privileged to have known and taught with Debbie. She was a sweet and kind lady. She will be missed by many. My prayers go out to the family.
Terri Pulice
April 13, 2014
My condolences to Koszewski-McConkey family. Treasured times in all you had with Debbie. Kip, Big Bro, Prayers for you as you find peace that passes all understanding. So sorry for your loss.
April 13, 2014
Our deepest sympathy. I remember Debbie clearly as a young lady growing up with our children. She was a princess. May she rest in peace. Feel comfort that she has left her mark on this earth. Jim Schaaf and Family
Tony Harris
April 13, 2014
I remember Debbie from junior high school. One of nicest people I've ever met. Gone way too young. God Bless her family.
Jacquelyn Boven
April 13, 2014
All our love and prayers.
Lisa Trax
April 13, 2014
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. You have an incredible family who I adore. You are blessed to have one another during this incredibly trying time. I am very sorry for your loss. XO
April 13, 2014
I love you my sister. The only thing that comforts me in all this is knowing you are with Charlotte and all are other loved ones. I love you so much.
Your sister Cindi
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