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Debbie Mitchell Obituary
Debbie K. Mitchell
Debbie K. Mitchell, 54, of Springfield, died peacefully surrounded by her family at 6:59 p.m. on Wednesday, February 23, 2011 at St. John's Hospital.
She was born November 1, 1956 in Springfield, the daughter of Joseph R. and Georgia A. Stone Toigo. She married Robert Mitchell and they later divorced, but remained friends.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Georgia and two brothers, Danny and Joseph Toigo.
She is survived by her daughters, Brittney (husband, Kelby) Trowbridge and Lacy Mitchell, both of Springfield; father, Joseph (wife, Connie) Toigo of Springfield; companion, Bud Knox of Springfield; four brothers, Jimmy Toigo of Springfield, Johnny (wife, Maria) Toigo of Las Vegas, NV, Joey Toigo and Paul Toigo, both of Springfield; five sisters, Vicki (husband, Bill) Fahey, Connie Olshefsky, Tina (companion, Greg Staber) Toigo, Tara Toigo, all of Springfield and Amber Godfrey of Petersburg; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Cremation will be accorded by Lincoln Land Cremation Society.
Private family graveside ceremonies will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Debbie K. Mitchell Memorial Fund at CEFCU, 2424 W. Iles Ave., Springfield, IL 62704.
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Memories and Condolences
for Debbie Mitchell
silvia oliveira
March 22, 2011
She is the the best paint bear in the wold?
I liked the any books and projects.
I have the all publicatinos until 2001.
Silvia Maria Pondaco Oliveira
Curitiba Brazil
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ROD DRABING
February 28, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Dara Drake
February 28, 2011
I love and will miss you my friend.I can only laugh when I think of you. You are the geatest.See you on the other side. Tell Mom and Dad Hi.. love ya
February 28, 2011
All the Toigos' were a big part of our childhood in Grandview and have left us with many fond memories. I pray everyone finds comfort in their memories as I will. She was a joy to grow up with. I am so sorry for your loss and pray you find comfort in all comments left here by friends.
Patty Schneider-Parrish Springfield,Illinois
Tanya Jennings (Flemming)
February 28, 2011
Brittney,
I am sorry about your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim Schneider-Duncan
February 28, 2011
I grew up with Debbie she was the nicest person we had such a great time and wonderful memories. I am so sorry for your loss.
Mary Jo Enlow
February 28, 2011
To Debbie's Family:
I am sorry to hear about Debbie's passing. We all grew up together. Everyone who knew her will miss her. I will always remember her smile. She was a lot of fun to be around. With my deepest sympathy.
Jo Ellen (Castles) Croft
February 27, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I went to school with Debbie, also. She always had a warm smile and will be remembered by many. My deepest condolences and prayers to her family.
tony bortolozzo
February 27, 2011
we had some good times back in the day at GRANDMA TOIGOS HOUSE .never forget you debbie ,for now you are an ANGEL .MY PRAYERS go out to all of the TOIGO family
Karen Kunz-Young
February 27, 2011
To Debbie's family, I am so sorry to hear of her passing. I went to school with her and saw her a few times after. She was a beautiful lady and had a heart of gold. You are all in my prayers. RIP Debbie!
Karen Thomas
February 27, 2011
my thoughts are with all of you she be miss rip she alway had a smile on her face no matter what happen she was a good friend to all she be miss
Karen Rogers Thomas and family
Kathy McCandless-Hennings
February 26, 2011
To Debbie's family so sad to hear that she had passed. I went to school with her & saw her once in awhile after high school. I have very fond memories of her. She was a very real person with a heart of gold. Always happy & would always cheer you up. My thoughts & prayers are with you. RIP Debbie
Theresa(&Thomas) (Bumpus)Catalano
February 26, 2011
To the Toigo Family,
I grew up with Debbie from the days of Grandview, to Jr. High, to High School. She always had a smile on her face and in her eyes. She was one of the funnest and happiest people I have ever known. May all her family have peace in knowing she is no longer in pain and can rest in the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ. You are all in our prayers. I will miss her.
Mike & Teresa McBride
February 26, 2011
Brittney,Lacy,and family. We are sorry to hear of Debbie's passing.We had so many good time's with her.I know we will remember her always.Let your good memorie's help you through this troubleing time. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Randy Hobbs
February 26, 2011
My deepest condolences to the Toigo family.
Kim Bitschenauer
February 26, 2011
Tina sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ronnie ans KimSchleyhahn-Bitschenauer
Julie Clemons
February 26, 2011
I remember the years Debbie spent with my brother, Steve Badger. We had a lot of fun together and were very close. As others have said, she always made me laugh. I am glad to have known her. I will always remember her fondly. Peace and prayers go uot to her family.
Tammie (Seitz) Reynolds & Wayne Reynolds
February 26, 2011
Toigo Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Allie Triggs
February 26, 2011
Brittney and Lacy,
Your mom was such a great lady. She always had such a great smile and seemed to get along well with everyone. My family always thought very highly of her. Thoughts and prayers from the Gough-Badger Family
Carolyn Dickerson
February 25, 2011
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Stacy Harrison
February 25, 2011
Britt and Lacy, I am so sorry I couldn't imagine the hurt you girls have right now. You now have a angel watching over you. Your mom was awesome never forget britt at your wedding reception how she was calling me Paris all night. If you girls need anything I am just a phone call away.
Tom Freeman
February 25, 2011
My thoughts are with you and will always remember Debbie and her wonderful spirit.
Sandy Hoog (Robison)
February 25, 2011
The Toigo family so sorry to hear about Debbie.She was always so pretty.I remember spending time at her house when we were young.God be with all of you.
Terry Scoggins
February 25, 2011
I will always remember that smile and those gorgeous eyes.She had a great sense of humor and was a true Northender.Debbie was a fellow classmate of 1975 and a Grandview girl.My heart goes out to the entire Toigo family during this time.
Don Hudson
February 25, 2011
To the Toigo Family,
I am so sad to see that Debbie is no longer with us. She will be deeply missed.. My heart goes out to all her family and friends.
God's speed!
Megan Stephens
February 25, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and deepest sympathies go out to Brittany and Lacy.
Love,
Megan Stephens (Linda and Murrel Stephens' daughter)
Toni Johnson
February 25, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to The Toigo family. Debbie was a loving, fun and beautiful person. She will be missed. I will pray for you Lacy,Brittney,Tina and Bobby. I know you guys really need it. Love you!
Gary Norman
February 25, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Pat & Sandy McGuire
February 25, 2011
Debbie was one of a kind and Pat and I will never forget her. She was always good to us and always talked about her girls. Her passing is such a great loss to her girls that I pray they have the strength to know she is in a better place and is out of all suffering. Lacy and Brittany always remember she is in your heart forever. Pat and I extend our condolences to Lacy, Brittany and Bobby. Love you all. Pat and Sandy McGuire
Janet (Smarjesse) Rawlings
February 25, 2011
Debbie was my best friend in high school. I will never forget all of the fun we had and her wonderful spirit. I will pray for all of you during this difficult time. Riposi in Pace dear friend.
Georgiann Davis(Lombardo)
February 25, 2011
Debbie's Family, I am so sorry to hear about Debbie, we were good friends in high school at Lanphier. She was so much fun to be around. I remember her ironing my hair one morning before school. It sounds like she had a really good life and great kids. You are all in my prayers.
February 25, 2011
Tina and family, I am so sorry to hear of Debbies passing. She was so full of life and laughter. She could always make everyone around her laugh. She will be sadly missed.
God Bless all of you in your time of sorrow.
Robin Ford Miller
Angie Fairchild
February 25, 2011
Lacy I am so sorry to hear about this. If there is anything I can do please let me know. I know how difficult it is losing a parent. I am definately here with an ear and a shoulder for you. Love you.
Donna Toigo
February 25, 2011
Brittney and Lacy, find strength in each other and always cherish in your heart fond memories of your mom. She loved you very much!
Rod & Jodi McBride
February 25, 2011
Lacy and Family- We are sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. I know there are no words to make it better but I hope you find the strength to carry you through this difficult time. Whenever you look up know that you now have a very special angel watching over you!
Sandra Estill
February 25, 2011
Toigo Family,
I am so saddened to hear of your loss of Debbie, we had so many fun times as kids together. I loved all the Toigos so much. Her eyes could melt any heart she was so beautiful, & was such a good friend to me growing up. I have so many fond & funny memories of our crazy young years together. Please know that I am thinking of all of you.
May god hold you in his arms during this difficult time.
Sandy "Leach" Estill
February 25, 2011
I am so very sotty for your loss.Debbie was an absolute doll. very kind and had a great sense of humor.i remember habging out with her and Danny at Disbonds.There will be a big voud in the world.. Hang on to all the good memories they will help ease the pain.Tammy Truax
jenny cousins
February 25, 2011
debbie you was a great person.i had the pleasure of having u in my life.u will truly be missed.u r gone but never forgotten.one thing that i will miss about u is when i was down u could always tell me one of your great stories and bring me back up.we love you debbie mitchell.
shirley rexroad-jones
February 25, 2011
My Prayer are with you in this time of sorrow. Your mother will be miss my family and friends.
Connie Bringle
February 25, 2011
Brittney I'm very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May your memories bring you comfort.
February 25, 2011
Although I only met Debbie one time, she had me laughing so hard I cried. She must have been a great mom to produce such a wonderful family! My thoughts are with your family.
Tracy Cearlock
Diane Wheeler
February 25, 2011
Brittney, Lacy, Bobby and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you, I am so sorry for your loss. Hold on to each other for strength during this difficult time.
Donna Toigo
February 25, 2011
Brittney and Lacy, may you find strength in each other knowing your mom has found peace and is no longer in pain. Always keep in your heart fond memories of her.
Karen Barger Woodrum
February 25, 2011
Brittney and Family,
My prayers are with all of you through this most difficult time. God Bless
Gary & Diana Thompson
February 25, 2011
Bobby & Girls, I'm so sorry to hear about Debbie if you need anything please let us know. Her memories will always be in our hearts we had so much fun when we were young and crazy. If it wasnt for Debbie I would'nt have meant my husband my best friend, We miss you and love you Debbie until we meet again. God Bless all of your family,
Laura Harris
February 25, 2011
Brittney:
I wish I had known your mom. From the comments I'm reading, she sounded like such a sweet lady and a lot of fun to be around. I know this is so difficult right now for you and your family, but I hope that the great memories you've had with her over the years and the care and love from family and friends will help ease the pain you are feeling. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Missi Searcy (Mesecher)
February 25, 2011
Brittney and Lacy- Your Mom raised you to be wonderful women and I know you will miss her everyday but I hope you find your path to peace with her passing. I love you girls and I am always here for you!
Amy Fricke
February 25, 2011
Bobby, Brittany, & Lacy, I am so sorry for your loss. May the support of family & friends help you all through this. Life is so precious, and death reminds us of how we should never take anything for granted. With Love From
Staci Lael-Britz
February 25, 2011
Tina,
Wanted to let you know I'm thinking of you and your family. I remember Debbie from many years ago when we were younger and partying (just a little!) I hope memories will get you through this difficult time.
Lynn Rhoades
February 25, 2011
I was so sorry to hear about Debbie's passing. We went to elementary school together. I was just thinking about her this week as I was searching for a friend's house on Grandview because I remembered her grandparents had lived over that way . . . I will always remember her wonderful sense of humor and her laughter! When growing up, the Toigo house was always such a fun place to be! My deepest sympathy to the family.
Fadra Birdsell
February 25, 2011
Debbie was a fun and loving person. She always made people feel good who were around her. I've known her all my life and she was a wonderful and beautiful woman. Her smile was contageous and her heart was big. She will be missed!
Mark Bartletti
February 25, 2011
My thopughts and prayers are with Debbie's family
Lucy Stewart
February 25, 2011
Lacy and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. May your family, friends and great memories of her carry you through this difficult time. My prayers are with you all.
Sarah Hansen
February 25, 2011
Debbie was a mother and friend to me. I will miss her so much. She was a kind, strong,beautiful, courageous and funny woman. I love you Debbie!
Janet Selinger, Cooper
February 25, 2011
Bobby, and Girls, I'm sorry to hear of your lost. Know that she is with the Lord and in a sunny place with no more pain. She was a very special person.
Vanessa Chappell
February 25, 2011
My heart goes out to all of her family and friends, Debbie will be missed!!
Steve & Barb Cody
February 25, 2011
Tonight,when you look up in the sky, don't think of them as stars. Think of them as porch lights, welcoming your loved one safely home.We are sending you thoughts of peace during your time of sorrow
Tammy Kraemer
February 25, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
russell laurik
February 25, 2011
i have had the pleasure of getting to know Debbie over the last year she was an amazing woman with a big heart she will be missed thoughts and prayers for Lacy and Brittney and the rest of their family!
Lacy Mitchell
February 25, 2011
My Mother was a beautiful, kind, and hilarious woman. I am so heartbroken that she is gone, but I am thankful that she is not suffering anymore. She is now my beautiful Guardian Angel. I love you mom! I miss you so much.
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