Debra E. Dornack
Tuesday, February 5, 1963
Date of Death:
Wednesday, July 24, 2013
Age:
50 years old
Tuesday, February 5, 1963
Date of Death:
Wednesday, July 24, 2013
Age:
50 years old
Tuesday, February 5, 1963
Date of Death:
Wednesday, July 24, 2013
Age:
50 years old
Debra E. Dornack
The funeral service for Debra E. Dornack will be held on Wednesday, July 31, 2013 at 11:00AM in River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home with Pastor Lyle Fritsch of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Stewartville officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Wednesday. Burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery in Rochester.
Debra, age 50, died peacefully at her home on Wednesday, July 24 after battling cancer.
Affectionately known as Deb, she was born on February 5, 1963 in Rochester to John and Mary Laivell.
Deb grew up in Rochester and graduated from Mayo High School in 1981. She attended Rochester Vocational Technical School where she earned her Nursing Assistant degree. Deb enjoyed a career working with disabled children and adults. She married Brett Dornack on September 6, 1997 at Bethel Lutheran Church in Rochester. They made their home in Stewartville, Minnesota.
Deb enjoyed traveling, cooking, and hosting the annual 4th of July celebration with family and friends. She was a gentle soul who cared for all of God’s creatures and had a soft spot for children.
Deb is survived by her husband Brett; her daughter Madison; 3 step-children; sisters, Faye (Michael) Conrad of Owatonna, Mary Jo (Gary) Prigge of Wabasha, and brother John Laivell of Rochester. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com
Condolences
The family of Debra E. Dornack has received the following condolences.
Brett, Brittany and Madison,
May God envelope you in his arms to help you through this very difficult time. May you find comfort in the realization that she is at peace, and may you find joy in all the memories that you all have shared with Deb!
You are and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers!
Thoughts and prayers to all. Sorry we could not make the visitation.
Brett and Family, Judy and John Walter and family of Deb Dornack: Please accept my sincere sympathy in the loss of your loved ones. I know first hand how hard it is to lose ones that you love! May God bless and comfort you in this time of great sorrow. ~Wes~
Brett,
Sympathy and prayers to you and your family. We are thinking of you in your time of sorrow.
Merl & Kelly
Brett, I was so very sorry to hear of your loss. May you and your extended family find peace in this matter. It's been sometime since I've been in your family circle but I want you to know that you were never forgotten. I admire you for what you have become. Be strong, have faith, life is it's own answer.
Respectfully,
Craig Hoffman
Brett,
My condolences are with you and your family. We havent seen much of each other in the 3 decades since high school but you will always be one of my cherished friends. Remember all the good times you spent with Deb and keep those with you all the time! Grieve when you need to and remember to laugh when memories call for it. Stay strong and know your family and friends are there for you.
Dave Torgerson
Dear Madison,
I am so sorry to hear you have lost your mom!! Gosh, she loved you so much and was so proud of you! My prayers will be with you and the rest of your family as you face these difficult days ahead. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Mary Wille (Honors Choirs)
John, Jan and I are so sorry for your loss. I did not know your sister but know she must have had a tough battle with her Cancer. To her husband and family, I am a retired Rochester Police Officer and worked for John senior and with John Jr. Life is not fair at times and this is for sure one of those time. God's blessing be with you at this time in your lives.
John, We are very sorry for the loss of your sister Deb. We have you in our thoughts and prayers. John and Gretchen O'Neil
Brett & Madison,
We are so sorry to learn of the death of your wife and mother. We will keep you, your family and Deb's siblings in our prayers as you grieve her loss. Lean on your faith, each other and the MANY family members and friends who are offering to help. May you find comfort, support and peace from all the prayers in the days ahead.
With sincere sympathy,
Steve, Barbara, Lindsay & Natalie Sween (Mari-Kay's brother & family)
I didn't know Deb in High School other than in passing but people say she was funny and full of life. Please accept my condolences extended to loved ones; family, friends and all those who knew her and were influenced by her life. May she always live on through good memories and positive words of her acts of caring to others.
From us at the Mayo Class of 1981.
Tom Schulz
Brett, i am so sorry to hear about this tragic, tragic event. There's not much mere words can say.
So sorry for your loss brother, stay strong. My condolences to you and yours at this time of sorrow and loss.
Best Regards, Pat
Hello Madison - We're so sorry you lost your mom. My mom died when I was younger, too. It's not easy. Please know we are thinking about you and we'll keep you in our prayers. Treasure all the memories and photos! She loved you so much and that love will always be with you, guiding you and helping you all your days. Stay strong.... God Bless you!
Amy & Bill Nelson (Honors Choirs)
I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Thoughts and prayers for your family - especially Maddie. Sending much love your way.
Jessica, Dan, Mali & Maya Wampach
Our prayers are with you, Brother.