Debra S. Cadwell, age 61, of Ridge, MT passed away at her home on December 28, 2014.
Debra Sue Koon was born on February 16, 1953 in Brownsville, PA the daughter of George and Dolores (Seese) Koon. Debra grew up and attended school in Brownsville until she graduated high school in 1971. After high school Debra attended the Salem Bible College for two years. God’s plan then led her to begin a new degree in Missionary Nursing at Hobe Sound Bible College in Florida. It was there she met the love of her life Eugene Cadwell, the two were married on June 18, 1976 in Brownsville, PA. After being married they moved to Isabella, PA where they did a ministry for nine years until they moved to Alberton, MT. Debra taught at North West Indian Bible School for eight years along with doing many other daily jobs. Debra and Eugene eventually moved back to Eugene’s family farm near Ridge, MT where they have remained since. Together they raised two children David and Bethany.
She is survived by her husband, Eugene; two children, David (Julia) Cadwell of Ridge, MT and Bethany (Martin) Hunt of Texhoma, OK; three grandchildren, Carolina, Georgia and Dakota; three sister-in-laws, Dianna Koon, Paula Jackson and Rebecca Bingaman and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, James Koon.
Debra was an avid reader and writer, she enjoyed spending time with family and friends, doing word games and helping out anyway she could with her church. Most of all Debra enjoyed her personal relationship with her Lord.
A visitation will be held on Friday, January 2, 2015 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Son’s Funeral Home in Broadus, MT. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Stevenson & Son’s Funeral Home in Broadus. Interment will take place at the Ridge Cemetery near Ridge, MT. Should friends desire memorials can be made to Ridge Camp. Condolences may be made to the family by visiting stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday January 2, 2015
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
101 E. Wilson
Broadus, MT
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Saturday January 3, 2015
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
101 E. Wilson
Broadus, MT
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday January 2, 2015
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
101 E. Wilson
Broadus, MT
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Saturday January 3, 2015
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
101 E. Wilson
Broadus, MT
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Tim Forrider says
I lost my favorite teacher & a very dear friend. I’m happy for Sis. Caldwell. She is now enjoying the splendors of Heaven, the place she lived for on this earth, but I am sad for us that are left behind. I will greatly miss her! The family is in our thoughts and prayers!
Ed and Bev Schaffer says
We are so sorry to hear of Debbie’ s passing. We pray for God’s comfort during the coming days, weeks and months. May you find peace and strength in your wonderful memories of her. God Bless!
Bob & Sue Lippencott says
Gene & family We are deeply sadden by Debbie’s sudden passing. Debbie always lit up the room with her smile and glowing personality. I grew up with cousin Debbie in Brownsville, Pa and we spent many memorable times with family & friends. We can all have comfort that Debbie is with the Lord and family. She will watch over all of us from above and will be our guardian angel. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Amen
Dave and Pam Nisley says
May you feel the comfort of Our Loving Savior now and in the months to come~ we care, and are praying for all of you.
Bob&Edna Mouat says
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, Debbie was a very sweet precious lady . May God hold you all in His loving arms & comfort each one!
Vic and Laura Lee Ullrich says
We are so saddened by the nes of Deb’s passing. She was a beautiful soul with a kind and generous heart. May you find peace in your memories and the knowledge that she is ith Her Father in her heavenly home. May God cradle you in his loving arms until you can somehow stand on your own again. Our sympathy and prayers. Vic and Laura Lee
Amie Strackbein says
Deb was a truly amazing woman. She opened her heart to everyone she met. She always wore a smile that made a person’s heart feel warm. I have some amazing memories that I will always cherish of her and her family. Hugs and love to the Cadwell family. Like my mother stated “She loved her faith and lived her faith… now she gets to be part of Heaven.” She will be missed greatly.
Barry & Pattie Lippencott says
Gene, David, Bethany and family – when we received the news of Debbie’s passing it took the wind out of our sails. However, we all know she is in a better place and with Uncle Nick and Aunt Doll again. Deb was always so happy and positive about things it made a person feel good being with her. She may be gone from this earth but you will always have the good memories in your heart and the comfort of knowing that you will see her again. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
William & Marilyn Cope says
Brother Eugene, we are praying for God’s grace to minister to you in a real way through this trial. I appreciate you and your unwavering service to Christ, and want to express my appreciation both personally as well as from the Staff here at Northwest Indian Bible School. Our prayers are with you.
Justin & Charlee Kuhbacher says
Thank you Debbie for all your work on Bible School..you have had a an impact on our childrens road of faith…They truly look forward to it Every summer…Our hearts and prayers go out to Gene, David and Julia, Bethany and Family, also for you Debbie…and Everyone else who grew up around the Cadwell Ranch…We pray that the strength of our Almight Saviour will hold you up….and Shine His Greatest Love on your friends and family…So Blessed to have seen your last performance at the Ridge Church for the CHristmas program Debbie, you will be Missed, but not forgotten.
Wendelyn Reedy says
I was saddened to hear of Debbie’s death. I remember her as a good friend at Salem Bible College. I pray for you and your family. Sending my condolences.
Mary Lou Johnson says
Bethany and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers as you travel through the days ahead. Love to All.
Mary Lou Johnson, Texhoma.
Ruth Fingado Dugan says
I am so sorry to hear of Debbies sudden passing. I knew her both at Salem Bible College, Oh, and from Hobe Sound , Florida. Many prayers and may God be a comfort to the family!
Sheri Leach says
we want to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time. Praying for safe travels to and from travel. God be with you at this time. Sheri Leach and Sean Abbott
Tom and Paulette Haight says
Gene, we are so sorry to hear of your wife’s passing. I know it is a great comfort to you to
know she is in heaven. We have always appreciated your strong, steady walk with God. Keep
your eyes on the heavenly prize, it can’t be long until we soon “step on shore and find it Home.”
Bob, Renae, and Jourdan Conroy says
Bro. Cadwell and Family, We pray that in this time of loss, You’ll feel God’s love much more and that you’ll find your comfort in the presence of the Lord, I pray God pours upon you, His sweet amazing grace and overflows your heart with peace as you live in His embrace. amen
hazel and kenneth. and. murray. mccune and. kids. kenna. kenny says
We. Are. Sending. Our. Condolences. We. Remember. The. Wonderful times we had together love you. All the. Mccunes
robin. steven. caprice says
To gene and family sorry. For. Your. Loss. We. Remember. The. Times. We. Had. With. You. And. Deborah. I admire. Her. For. Her. Faith. In. God. She never. Turned. Back. Lived. Her. Life. To. The. Fullest. For her. Lord. Take care.
W C Shook says
Gene, I was so shocked to learn of Debbie’s passing. She and I had many fun filled times working together in the dining hall and tray room at Hobe Sound. I have smiled many times over the years thinking of her saying, “WILBURN CLENTON SHOOK JR., i’M gonna get you for that!” She had such a winsome smile and personality. Words fail us during these times, but know you and the family are in the thoughts and prayers of so many people who know/knew you and Deb. God bless you and give you His peace and comfort.
helen. mccune says
This is helen mccune. This. Message. Is. For. David. Bethany. And.gene. you. Have. My. Deepest. Sympathy. And. Prayers. During. This. Time. Helen. Mccune. Love. You. All
Frank Bliss and Family says
we offer our sincerest condolences to your family during this time. May God bless you all.
Carla Stearns-Anderson says
Oh the memories I have of this dear, sweet lady! Choir tours were so much fun! Classes that she taught were educational and full of laughter! She was a great example to me during my high school years!
Rachel Mayhle, Leavitt says
To Debbie’s family:
There are no words.
I grew up with Debbie in the Brownsville church before they moved to Isabella. I stayed close to the Koons~Doll & George~Debbie’s picture has Doll & her Aunt Della all wrapped up in one. I am saddened by her sudden departure from this earth. It seems God is gathering His own home one by one.
Rach
Wanda Grisham says
Bethany, I am so sorry to learn of your great loss. My heart goes out to you, and all of your family. Love and prayers…
LaVina Glick McConkey says
So shocked to hear of Debbie’s passing. I considered her a friend as we both lived on the same hall at Hobe Sound Bible College. I can still hear her laughs. May God be with the whole family. I know what it is like to loose a spouse but I know God can help you like He has me. Many payers for you all.
Gertrude Rosengreen says
To Gene and family, so shocked to hear of Debbie’s sudden passing; although we were not at NIBS when you folks were there, I heard many good reports of your time spent there, I always appreciated Debbie’s greetings whenever we met, she was always the same . Appreciate the last visit I had with her in Chugwater, God bless her memory to the family and friends, and cover you all with HIS comfort as only HE can comfort at a time like this. Praying for you all .
Clint and Darla Ritchey says
Dear Gene and Family,
Our hearts grieve with you all. Debbie will be greatly missed. So sorry for your loss. Our love and prayers for Strength from your Heavenly Father as you face the days ahead.
James & Becky Forrider says
Words seem completely inadequate at a time like this, I cannot imagine the loss you all are experiencing. We served as dorm parents side by side with these dear people. Together, we experienced the joys, heartache, sorrow, and happiness which are quite commonly felt by those in mission work. Today we share in Gene, David, and Bethany’s heartache and sorrow while Debbie is basking in the joys and happiness of heaven. Someday…we will join her! We will forever leave the things of this life behind and throughout the countless ages share together in the bliss of an eternal home in heaven. Thank you, Jesus, for the hope of heaven!
Dale, Melinda, Krista and Kyler Mattern says
We send our deepest sympathy and love to all! Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers!
BETH Bennett family says
Thinking and Praying for u at this time. We understand and feel your lose. Praying that God will comfort you during this time.
D. Ray & Donna Mayhle says
Gene, David & Julie, Bethany & family we were shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of Debbie. We have always wanted to stop by and see you all when we were visiting our daughter and son-in-law Tim & Holly Forrider at NIBS. We finally got that privilege in June 2013 and we are so glad we did. We had a great time there. Our thoughts and our prayers and our sympathies are with you. Now you have more reason to go Heaven for. May the Lord COMFORT and BLESS each of you!! Thank you again for your wonderful hospitality when we were there. We love and appreciate you all!!
Tom and Susan Lippencott says
Gene and family, We are so sorry to hear that Debra passed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. She will now watch over you from heaven until you can all be together again.
Marilyn & Tony Roberts says
We were students together at HSBC. So sorry to hear of your loss, Gene. Trusting that God will sustain you and that your memories will be a comfort in the coming months.
Sherry Lanning Zimmerschied says
Condolences to the Cadwell family..sorry to hear this news..the community lost a great lady.
Merna Worm Cruz says
So sorry for your loss. Remember her living next door in college. Praying that God gives comfort and strength in the days ahead.
Lauree (Wargo) Adams says
Sis. Debbie was my piano teacher for many years in PA. I attended the Brownsville Wesleyan Church and School with her nephews. I am very sorry to hear of her passing. My thoughts & prayers go out to her family. She was a wonderful teacher and person and I am richer for her having been in my life at such a young age. God Bless.
Jess, Linda, Kaleb, Jessica, Eli, and Judd Brost says
Gene, David, Bethany and family – I pray God’s comfort and peace surrounds you all at this difficult time. Debbie will be missed, she was such an important part of the community. Debbie not only impacted our children’s lives through Vacation Bible School, but countless others as well! I will always hear her laughter and see her smile… cherish all the wonderful memories and know you will be reunited in heaven! God’s blessings on you all….
Rodger & Eunice Stearns says
Although our paths have not crossed in many years, we were so saddened to hear of Debbie’s sudden home going! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God hold you in the hollow of His Hands!
Tom and Cheryl Larsen says
So sad to hear the news of Deb’s passing. Although she will be in the Lords Arms, she will be so missed here on earth. Our community lost a wonderful woman. Such a Beautiful smile she always had. With Sincere Sympathy to Gene, David and Julia, Bethany and Martin and Family.
Mack Jamison says
Dear Gene, what a surprise! I do think of you and Debbie from time to time and wonder how things are going. But this update is a shock. May Jesus hold you up! I know something of your troubles-I’m a widower for not quite two years now. I know you know how to call on Him and trust. The Lord bless you wih Himself. Love to you and yours. Mack Jamison.
robin. mccune says
Gene. Debbie. Has. Such. A. Legacy. To. Live. On. She was a great woman of god followed him to the end.
Ron and Joyce Forrider says
We were so glad to know and work with Debbie at Northwet Indian Bible School. What a blessing she was to us. When we retired and moved to Ohio we stopped by and were so graciously entertained. We will certainly miss her, but when know where she is. We want Gene and family to know we love them and will be remembering them in our prayers.
Debbie Griggs says
Dear Gene and family, so sorry to hear this news. I grew up with Debbie, who was a Godly example as a young person . I admired her for following God’s call. May the loving Shepherd be very close and comfort each of you. I know He will as you lean on Him- Prayers being lifted for your family
Ron and Joyce Forrider says
We were so glad to know and work with Debbie at Northwest Indian Bible School. What a blessing she was to us. When we retired and moved to Ohio we stopped by and were so graciously entertained. We will certainly miss her, but we know where she is. We want Gene and family to know we love them and will be remembering them in our prayers.
Pat Hanlan says
Sorry for you loss; Deb was a great inspiration to all who met her.
Ron and Anita Favell says
Sending our sincere prayers and condolences for your loss. May God give you strength and comfort in the days ahead
Phil and joyce angelo says
Gene and family,
We are very sad to learn of Deb’s passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family. We will cling to the good memories we have of her and her family in years gone by. We pray that God will give you strength and comfort you all in the days and years to come. She truly was a wonderful lady.
Phil, Joyce and family
Elaine Galati says
Gene and family,
I was truly shocked to hear of Debbie’s sudden passing, as I was her friend from high school and have corresponded via mail and Christmas cards ever since graduation in 1971. This is the first year I did not send a card due to illness on my end and I am upset about that. Even though we have not seen each other for many, many years, I feel like I have lost a great friend. Debbie was always good for a laugh and was always joking around. She was truly a great person who will be missed by many.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Donna Pankratz says
Gene and family,
Carol Nicholson and I was truly shocked to pick up the newspaper and find that Debbie had died. Our deepest sympathy to you and the family. May God place his comforting arms around you all, and give you the strength you need to go from day to day without Debbie by your sides.
Cousins Carol Nicholson and Donna ( Nicholson) Pankratz
Roberta Sarver says
Sincere condolences from our family to the Cadwells. Debbie will be missed by all who knew her, but you are the ones who will feel it the most as you go home, shut the door, and see reminders of Debbie in every room. And for that we are asking the God of all comfort to hold you in the hollow of His hand, and close the other hand on top of you for a while.
The Clifford Sarver family
Dave and Debra Gumbiner says
Dear Gene
I had stopped at Aliquippa for church tonight and was shocked to hear of Deborah’s passing. We had just been talking about you all when we got your card. It’s been many years since we spent a few weekends together at NIBS
Always had fond memories of you guys and of course Frank and Mugs
She will be sorely missed our prayers are with you and the family.