DOWNARD ~ Debbie (Deb) Marie

Born Monday January 28, 1963. Passed away Monday November 17, 2025.


Passed away unexpectedly on November 17, 2025.

Aged 62 years.

Dearly loved wife of Glen.

Loving & devoted mother and mother-in-law of Ashleigh & Dan, Patrick & Steph.

Cherished Nana of Moana & Hendrix.

Loving sister of Chrissy, Judy (dec), Michael, Robyn and their families.

‘Forever in our Hearts’

Funeral notice


Service

Tuesday December 02, 2025 - 11:00 am

William Sheahan Funerals Chapel, cnr High Street & Murradoc Road, Drysdale

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Family and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service for Mrs Debbie (Deb) Marie Downard to be held at our Chapel, cnr High St & Murradoc Rd, Drysdale on TUESDAY (December 2, 2025) commencing at 11am.

Private Cremation.

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Tributes

  1. Dear Glen,Ash, Patrick and families
    Thinking of you all with so much love and condolences, I know how hard this is for you all and nothing I can say will ease the pain, just be there for each other and take strength in the knowledge that Deb will always be there with you and believe me, you will feel her presence in many special ways. If there is anything at all I can do for you, please let me know

    Michelle O’Keefe (Wiffen)
    Xxxxx

    Michelle O’Keefe

    December 02, 2025 2:04 pm

  2. Deepest condolences to Glen, Ash, Patrick and family. Sorry I couldn’t be there to celebrate Deb’s life but I was able to watch it via live stream! Thinking of you all. RIP Deb until we meet again Nicky, Luke & Sophie Poole 💔

    Nicky Poole

    December 02, 2025 12:10 pm

  3. Dearest Glenn, Ashley and Patrick,
    Our thoughts are with you. Deb had a heart of
    gold and will be missed. May her eternal love be felt around you always xxx love Kelly and Dave Christie

    Kelly Christie

    December 02, 2025 12:00 pm

  4. To Glen, Ash, Patrick & Families, we are so deeply sorry for your terrible loss of your beloved Debbie. She was a shining light in your family and always such a strong and fun character to be around. She will be sadly missed but always remembered. We are terribly sorry we can't be there with you to celebrate Debbies' life. Sending you all our Love & thoughts at this sad & difficult time. Love Ned & Julie

    Ned Hoskin

    December 02, 2025 8:48 am

  5. To Glen, Patrick, Ashleigh and family our deepest condolences. What a wonderful lady Deb was. I am grateful for the laughs and good times we had. And I can’t forget the baking she would have Patrick deliver on special occasions. She will be sadly missed but always in my thoughts.

    Love Andrew & Cordi xx

    Cordell Hay

    December 02, 2025 7:31 am

  6. To Glen Ashleigh and Patrick our deepest condolences we have only just become aware of your profound loss.

    Our fondest memories of Deb were the fun nights at the bare foot bowls and they will remain with us forever and ever.

    Again our deepest sympathy at this very sad time.

    Love
    Dianne and Gary Moore.

    Gary Moore

    November 29, 2025 10:30 pm

  7. Our Dearest Glen, Ashleigh, Patrick, Dan, Steph, Moana and Hendrix,

    Words will never express how incredibly heartbroken I am for your loss.

    Debbie you were the light in the dark, your laugh your smile and your hugs were absolutely everything.

    Thank you for being my chosen family I will forever be there for your family like you were to me.

    Love you always Brooke, and the whole Fitzgerald/Waters families x

    Brooke Waters

    November 27, 2025 10:16 pm

  8. To Glen, Ashleigh, Patrick, Dan, Steph, Moana and Hendrix, sending love and warm wishes at this difficult time.

    We take comfort in remembering the good times shared with (Aunty) Debbie as we come to terms with this sudden loss.

    We hope that the strength of family can support us surround us all with love.

    Liam, Daniel and Family.

    Liam Whitbourn

    November 27, 2025 9:49 am

  9. To Glen Patrick Ash Dan Moana and Hendrix.
    Sending our love & deepest sympathy on the passing of Deb.
    Les & Bev Williams

    Beverley Williams

    November 26, 2025 8:04 am

  10. Glen Patrick Ash Daniel Moana and Hendrix. So Sorry to hear about the sudden loss of Debbie sending you all big hugs lot of love and prayers . Love to all Trish

    Trish Huatahi

    November 25, 2025 4:01 pm

  11. To Glen and family,

    Deepest sympathy at this time on the sudden loss of Debbie.

    Our thoughts are with you all.

    Love from Shirley (Kilpatrick)and Lynette (Dettman).

    Rest In Peace.

    Lynette Dettman

    November 25, 2025 12:40 pm