On Sunday, August 23, 2020, Deborah Denise Kelly, age 72, Surprise, AZ, passed away peacefully after a fierce fight with ovarian cancer. She gained her heavenly wings at home, surrounded by her loving family.
Debbie Jahnke was born on February 17, 1948 in Fargo, ND to Kenneth and Ruth Jahnke. Debbie spent her life generously putting others first. She treasured her friends and family and welcomed everyone with open arms. When she hugged you and asked how you were doing, she genuinely wanted to know. She lavished her smiles and love on all those around her and will be deeply missed.
She is survived by two daughters, Brenda Kelly McShurley (Craig) and Tana McCloskey (Tom); grandchildren Cody Kelly, Matthew McCloskey, Kyle McCloskey (Taryn), Timothy McCloskey, and Cami Fraiser (Kalob).
A celebration of life will be held in Fargo, ND. Due to Covid restrictions, a date has not been determined but will be announced later.
Memorials can be made to VFW Auxiliary Post 7564, in memory of Deborah Kelly. Attn: Joyce A Weible, Treasurer, 975 Homestead Court, West Fargo, ND 58078-4805. Or to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital in memory of Deborah Kelly. Mail to: Memorial Giving, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.