Debra Sue Mackey
April 4, 1961 ~ December 8, 2008
Debra Sue Mackey, 47, of Weirton, passed away Monday, December 08, 2008 at her home. Born April 1, 1961 in Weirton, she was the daughter of Don and Shirley Lantz Mackey. She was preceded in death by her grandparents Foy and Louella Lantz and great niece Carly Hildreth.
Debra was a member of the Salvation Army where she served as a Sunday School Teacher. Debra loved the Christmas Season and was very active with the Salvation Army Bell Ringing campaign.
In addition to her parents, Debra is survived by her sister Donna Newbold and her husband Mike of Lisbon, OH; brothers Donald F. Mackey and his wife Robin of Reidsville, NC and David Mackey and his wife Juliette of Spring, Texas; several nieces and nephews and special friend Theresa McGowan. She also leaves her great nephews Ethan Lively, Dakota and Seth Holbrook all of New Cumberland, WV and Tyler Mackey of Weirton whom she adored.
Friends will be received Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton. Additional visitation will be held Thursday from 12:30 until the 1:30PM funeral services at the Salvation Army Chapel Captain Ed Long officiating. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery, Florence, PA.
Funeral Home:
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV
US 26062
Shirley and Mackey, You have my deepest sympathy on the loss of Debbie. I know that it has been a long haul and that Debbie was often very ill. Know that she is now at peace. I read where she loved the Christmas season. How wonderful that she will be there to celebrate the ultimate birthday party. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Ruth
I loved Debbie very much and loved going to camp with her. We had a lot of fun together. I’m so sorry for your loss. I know that she is in heaven with GOD now.
To The Mackey family I am so sorry for your loss,I don’t think you will remember me,I was friends with Donna. and I remember Debbie when she was little girl,she was sweet.I will keep you all in my prayers for the days ahead.
Buster & Family I am so sorry to hear about your loss,I was shocked when my mother told me about it,I didn’t know Debbie too well,but the times i have seen her at your house, and spoke to her ,she seemed like a really great person. Again I am sorry for your loss.
Dear Mackey family, You have our deepest sympathy. We remember Debbie from Camp Fire Girls times. May the good memories comfort you. God Bless you all at this of loss. You are in our prayers. Melanie and Gerry
I am so very sorry about Aunt Debbie’s passing. She will be in my heart forever! It makes it easier to know she is taking care of my babygirl Carly Renae!! I will miss them both til we meet again. I wish that I could have been there to put my arms around all of you and let you know that I care. We Love you Grandma and Grandpa, Hope to see you soon!!
Hey Its me Jessie, Im so sorry that I couldnt be there to say good bye. I loved her very much I know she is in heaven with my baby girl. It is very hard to move on without out being able to mourn with my family but I know she is happier than ever and that helps me keep going. I love you all and miss you very much……Jessie
Very sorry for your loss, we will miss you very much.
Dec. 21- Dona and family, I am so sorry to have learned abrout Debbie this morning. If I would have known, I would have been there for visitation. My heart feels for each of you. The suddeness of this is breath-taking. You live in a fog for weeks. But, aren’t we blessed to have had them? I remember Debbie’s smile and laughter. She was absolutley adorable!!!! Take one day at a time. Donna, please call me when you have a chance. I still am not being to socialable. The hurt is so present. Take care, and I love you Donna, you are precious! Sincerely sorry, Judy Ash
Shirley, Just a note to let you know that Debbie was a very sweet person and she was like a sister to me, we had a lot of good times together and I will never ever forget her. I loved her very much and I will miss her a lot. I’m so sorry for your loss but now she’s in heaven with God and we’ll get to see her there one day. God bless your family.
Hey sis, Just wanted to say Hi