Debbie was born on December 3, 1949 in Sidney, Montana to Elmer and Betty Liebelt. She grew up at Savage, Montana and Flowing Wells in Garfield County. She attended a one room school house, Flowing Wells Elementary, for eight years. She graduated from Garfield County High School in 1969. Following graduation, she moved to Great Falls, Montana to attend college. On July 8, 1970, her son Ajay was born. She moved back to Jordan in 1970 to work at the Garfield County Bank. In 1974 she moved to Miles City to work at the Unified School District Administration Office where she retired as the Clerk of Schools. Following retirement she worked at Stallards and Associates; up to the time she was diagnosed with cancer. On September 19, 1998 Debbie married the love of her life, Donald Pawlowski. They had 13 wonderful years together.
Debbie´s hobbies included drawing, painting, wood working, remodeling antiques and redecorating their home.
Debbie is survived by her husband Donald Pawlowski of Miles City, MT; her son, Ajay (Sally) Liebelt of Perry, IA; her parents, Elmer and Betty Liebelt of Miles City, MT; her granddaughters, Ashlie and Brittany and step granddaughters, Brooke and Kendra; her brother, Bryan (Sheila Cramer) Liebelt of Salt Lake City, UT; her sisters: Audrey Bruckner of Miles City, MT; Mary (David) Denowh of Rockford, IL; nieces and nephews: Holly (Shane) Harbaugh, Lee (Charlotte) Billing, Scott (Rebekah) Denowh, Joe Denowh, Matthew Liebelt; great nieces and nephews: Chantel (Bill) Brooks, Skylar (Heidi Finke) Harbaugh, Jakob Denowh and Madelyn Denowh; great great niece and nephews: Edward Brooks, Shayna Brooks and Jaxson Harbaugh; her mother-in-law, Edith Pawlowski; sister-in-law, Janice (Richard) Kepner; stepdaughter, Charity Ramsey; stepsons: Shane (Linsey) Musser, Jeremy Musser, Harley (Jillian) Pawlowski; step grandkids: Storey Pawlowski, Ritter Pawlowski, Channing Ramsey, Avalon Ramsey and Macenzie Marx. She was preceded in death by her older sister, Gloria Billing, brothers-in-law, Randy Billing and Joe Bruckner; her grandparents and several aunts and uncles. Deborah has many lifelong friends that she cherished. She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her.
The family would like to thank the nurses at the Cancer Center at the Billings Clinic, Holy Rosary Hospital and Hospice. A special thank you to the Nurse in White.
Services will be held on Friday, February 10, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Private interment will be held at a later date in the Custer County Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the charity of one's´ choice.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
13:00
Friday February 10, 2012
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
13:00
Friday February 10, 2012
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
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DODIE (MC DONALD) PAXSON says
It is with a heavy heart that I write this. I am so sorry for your gigantic loss. What a beautiful person Debbie was. Keep all memories close to your heart and know she will be watching over all. Hugs to all!
Dodie
Jenny Frady says
I,m so sorry to hear the news. You will be in my prayer to heal the lost.
Mary Kasten Grube says
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Debbie. She always had a smile on her face and a kind word when I saw her. May God be with you all and bless you with the good memories that you had with her.
JoAnn and Wally Daeley says
We are so sorry to hear about Debbie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Hold your memories close to you.
Roxy Musser says
Don and family of Debbie, Please accept my condolences. My prayers are with you all. Debbie is now at peace with her Lord.
Tim and Cheri Hafla says
Our deepest symapathy in the loss of Debbie, she was a wonderful person and I will miss her big smile..
Shannon Dowse says
To Don, Audrey and the rest of Debbie’s family: I am so sorry for your loss. In the short time that I knew Debbie, she amazed me with her strength. I could just “feel” the love when I entered the room. Please know that I am thinking of your family during this difficult time. Sincerely, Shannon Dowse RN – Hospice
Ken& Agnes Drane says
so sorry about Deb’s death as she was a wonderful boss and a dear friend. Agnes Drane
Bev Harbaugh says
to all of Debbies family. I am so sorry for all the hard days you have had to endure throughout Debbies battle. God bless all of you. Hugs and prayers to each and everyone.
James L. Arneson says
I am saddened by the loss of Debbie. I worked at the school district with her for years. Debbie touched many lives in this world. Such a kind and giving Lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May God watch over you and comfort you with great memories of her always.
Julie Kaufman says
Carol Schneider says
Today is a sad day. We lost a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and a dear friend. Deb was a wonderful lady that I have known for years. May she be at peace and fly with the angels. Prayers to the loved ones she left behind.
Marla Hoffman says
Donnie it’s been along time since I’ve seen you(back the Glendive days)I read this in the paper my thoughts and prayers are with all of you
Donna Moline Ostby says
Donald, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your wife. Although I didn’t know her, I do know Janis spoke of her as being a wonderful person and how blessed you were to have her in your life. My deepest sympathy to you and all your family.
Carol Bean says
So Sorry for your loss. I remember Debbie from my early years in the Treasurer’s office when she was school clerk. She will be greatly missed.
Jo Ryan says
I am so sorry for your loss. Cherish the memories, and keep her happy smile in your memories. Thinking of you all.
Anita Muri says
Deb was a wonderful person, she will be missed by all
Leslie Johnson Micheletto` says
Donnie and family, I am so sorry to see the loss of your wife Debbie. I did not know her but remember you from the Glendive days. Will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless, Sincerely, Leslie Johnson Micheletto
Monte & Leila Massar says
Our Thoughts and Prayers and God’s Blessings are with You. I Thank-you and am Honored that you asked me to officiate Debbie’s Celebration of Life.
Leslie K Manning says
great lady
Pam Rogge says
My condolences to Debbie’s family. I worked with her at the central office in the 70’s and have many special memories of her – always smiling! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Diane Schaff Joslyn says
Don & family-I’m so sorry to hear about Deb. I worked with her at Stallard’s for years and always enjoyed her company. The last time we were “sent” to the basement to clean out files we really became friends, she will be missed.
Again, am sorry for your loss.
Eileen and Vern Entzel says
Donald, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Debbie. She was one special lady and such a wonderful person. I was blessed to have known her. Tonight as I was sitting here thinking about her, I remember the many laughs that we shared and yes even some tears. That smile of hers that you could see from across a room. Cherish the memories. Our deepest sympathy to you and all your family.
Diane & Mike Metzenberg says
I am very thankful for the 40 years of knowing Debbie and will also remember what a great lady she was. Don, Audrey and family..Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Diane Emeney says
Don, Vic and I are so sorry for your loss. Debbie was a great person and used to visit with me at the Silver Star 🙂 I remember us going to your wedding and though we haven’t seen much of each other in recent years..our hearts go out to you and your family. She was such a warm person and I’m sure she’s being well looked after now 🙂
Cindy Berg says
Don and family,
So sorry about Debbie, your in our thoughts and prayers.
Cindy & Dale
Renee Strand says
Don, Audrey and family-
I worked with Debbie for 20 plus years. I will forever remember the wonderful lady that she was. I will cherish the picture that she painted of my son and surprised me with it one Christmas….She was so giving and caring. She will be missed greatly by all who knew her.
Donald John and Alice Cameron says
Sorry for the loss of a terrific lady.
Deb Shaw says
So sorry to hear of Debbie’s passing. I worked with her a short time at Stallard and Associates and she was a great person. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Julie Kaufman says
husband says
miss u and still love u mrs p