Deborah Buss Obituary
Deborah was employed for over 7 years as a hostess with Olive Garden Restaurant. She spent many years volunteering with animals and is survived by four beloved pets.
She is survived by her husband, Bryon Buss of Yorkville, IL; her daughters, Jenna Buss and Sara Buss, both of Yorkville, IL; her mother, Jacqueline Rivers of Yorkville, IL; and her brother, James (Laura) Freer of Yorkville, IL.
She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Freer, and her step-father, Daniel Rivers.
Visitation and remembrance services will be held from 2:00PM to 6:00PM on Friday, January 9, 2026 at the Nelson Funeral Home, 1617 N. Bridge St., Yorkville, IL. A short sermon will be held from 5:30PM to 6:00PM.
Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Homes & Crematory, www.NelsonFuneralHomes.com or 630-553-7611.
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Dawn Mathis
January 7, 2026
Debbie Jo you will be missed by all . Even though we didn´t see each other as much as we should have , when we did happen to be at the same horse show or at the lessons for your girls it was always a pleasure to catch up with you and your family .
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