On Wednesday, July 26, 2023, Debbie Stocker took her first unlabored breath in heaven. Debbie was born in Jordan, MT on December 13, 1954, to Ray and Jessie Shawver of Jordan.
Debbie graduated high school from Jordan on May 21, 1978.
On August 17, 1977, Debbie married Duane Marsh. They welcomed Wendy Bell on April 22, 1978, in Wyoming and Stormy Gale on November 13, 1979, in Oklahoma. The two later divorced on January 25, 1982.
Debbie and the girls returned to Jordan after the divorce, after several years Debbie met the one she’d spend the rest of her life with, Mike Stocker. The two were married on June 18, 1989. They made Miles City their home. On January 20, 1992, their surprise baby Starly Stocker (Agnew) was born. Debbie graduated from Miles Community College in May of 1995 and went on to the University of Great Falls in May of 2000 with her Bachelor of Science in Human Services. Debbie also ran a daycare for many years where she gained many honorary grandchildren and enjoyed watching them grown until moving to Salmon, Idaho in 2010. Debbie and Mike moved back to Miles City in 2015.
Debbie enjoyed many things such as hunting, fishing, horses, and gardening. The yard was always filled with flowers and ornaments. Her favorite flowers being moss roses, bleeding hearts, holly hocks, and morning glories. She loved to spend her time on the boat with Mike trolling for Northern and Walleye. You’d never catch her without her trusted Zebco reel and some hot pink spin blades. Some of Debbie’s greatest joys were her grandchildren Alex, Courtney, Gunnar, Sophie, Zoey, Derek, and Laken. She was also looking forward to the arrival of her new grandson and granddaughter that are expected in November. Debbie was always so proud of each of her grandchildren.
Debbie is survived by her husband Mike Stocker, daughters Wendy (Jesse) Knittel, Stormy Marsh, Starly (Cory) Agnew. Her grandchildren Alex Marsh, Courtney Knittel, Gunnar Knittel, Sophie Knittel, Derek Foster, Laken Agnew, and Douglas and Bailey Richey. Her brother Phil Shawver and sisters Pat Lamoure, Cher Hafla, and Jean Bryan. She is also survived by her nieces, nephews, and other members of her family.
She is preceded in death by her parents Ray and Jessie Shawver, father-in-law Hank Stocker, mother-in-law Bobby Stocker and Betty Cole, her brother Jack Shawver, sister-in-law Karla Murphy, step daughter Shannon Richey and her granddaughter Zoey Foster.
No Funeral Services are planned at this time.
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Linda Estes says
Mike and family: So sorry for your loss. Deb was a good wife ,daughter, sister, mother and grandmother and friend and will miss her funny side. Her laugh was contagious. R.I.P dear cousin.
Carol Raschkow says
To all of Debbie’s family… My condolences to all of you during this very difficult time..
Jo Ryan says
Debbie was my best friend for years, We were classmates from 2nd grade through high school. We were roommates in the dorm, and then in college for a year. Debbie had a heart of gold. She loved animals and kids. RIP Deb, you can be healthy now.
Garth Sleight says
I enjoyed having Debbie as a student at Miles Community College. My sincerest condolences to all of her family and friends.
Daniel & Audrey Guesanburu says
Debbie’s Family, we are so sorry for your loss.
Phil and Darlene Shawver says
Sending Love ,Condolences, and Prayers for all of Debbie’s Family She will be missed by those who knew her . She had a kind caring heart May God comfort you with His Love and all of your memories GOD Bless allof you .
Roxie Saylor says
We where saddened to hear of Debbie’s passing.Condolences to all of her family.I can see a big fishing trip in Heaven.Rest in Peace our friend.
Glen and Teena Bollinger says
I spent many hours with the Shawver family when I was in highschool. Was so sorry to hear this. I can still hear Debbie’s laugh. Our deepest sympathy to all the family on your loss! God Bless!
Jim & Cathy Bastian says
Starly, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. You are in my prayers.
Karen Taylor says
Mike and family, we are saddened to hear of Deb’s passing, may you take comfort in all of your great memories. Karla and Deb are probably fishing and telling tales. So sorry for your loss. Karen Taylor
Lorrie says
Mike and family so sorry to hear this news! May the great memories guide you thru this time
Barbara Jo Harbaugh-Morgan says
Mike, Girls and Family,
I was so sorry to hear the news about Debbie. I remember the girls staying with Pat and Buster in the summer. Debbie was so full of life and always with a sweet smile and mischievous giggle to know she was fun. My thoughts and prayers are with your families.
Dolores Meidinger Willson says
My sincere sympathy to Mike and all of Debbie’s family and close friends.