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Debbie Henry Obituary
Born: Sept. 15, 1962
Died: April 10, 2015
Debbie Henry, 52, of Crystal Lake, passed away Friday, April 10, 2015, at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood.
She was born September 15, 1962, in Elgin, to Darlene (nee Fischer) Petersen and Thomas Szilasi.
Debbie was a 1980 graduate of McHenry High School (West Campus) and earned her associate's degree in fine arts from McHenry County College. She was a former office manager and customer service representative for 25 years prior to becoming a stay-at-home mom in 2005.
A devout Catholic who strongly believed in the power of prayer, Debbie enjoyed cooking home-style meals for her family and friends and trying new recipes. She loved playing and cuddling with her two kitties, Snuggles and Sammy. Most of all, Debbie enjoyed spending time with and was very proud of her daughter.
Survivors include her daughter, Melissa Henry of Crystal Lake; mother, Darlene Petersen of Crystal Lake; step father, Vernon Petersen of Crystal Lake; former husband, Chuck Henry of Huntley; special sister, Rita Petersen of Palatine, father, Tom Szilasi of St. Louis, MO. and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
A memorial visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 15, at Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 419 E. Terra Cotta Ave. (Route 176), Crystal Lake. The memorial service and inurnment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.
You may leave online condolences for the family at www.davenportfamily.com, or call 815-459-3411, for information.
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April 15, 2015
Melissa,
I can't express how much I hurt for you right now. I wish more than anything that I could be home to support you through this very hard time. Whenever I saw your mom, it was so apparent that she loved you more than life itself. Praying for you and your family, know you are loved by me always.
Katie Havlik
April 15, 2015
Dar I am so so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Fred and Anna Lobb
Steve and Kris Havlik
April 15, 2015
Melissa (and family/friends of Debbie),
We are so sad for you and the loss of your mother. She was a fun person who loved you so much. She was so proud of you and I could always hear her joy at being your mother every time we talked. Our love to you now and always.
Steve and Kris Havlik
(Katie's parents)
Laura Sinnaeve
April 13, 2015
Darlene,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you & your family during this difficult time. If there is anything I can help with please let me know.
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Mary Margaret Maule
April 13, 2015
Dar:
I am so deeply sadden to hear of your loss. If I can be of any help in any way- even if it is just to sit with you- don't hesitate to ask. You are in my prayers. I am so sorry.
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