Debra Jean Beck

Debra Jean Beck

November 06, 1953 - June 15, 2025

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PORTLAND, Ore. - Debra Jean Beck, age 71, of Portland, Ore., passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at ThedaCare - Neenah, Wis. She was born on November 6, 1953, in Madison, Wis., the daughter of Gale and Mary Jean (Hibbard) Robertshaw.


Debra graduated from Shawano High School in 1972 and Eau Claire Technical College in 1974.  She married Robert Beck on August 18, 1984, at their home in Oregon.


Debra enjoyed flower gardening and was a member of several theater groups in Portland.  She loved their beach house in Manzanita, Oregon.  She loved organizing social events and outings for family and friends.  She was an avid reader and frequent patron of her local library.

Debra was so loved and will be deeply missed by those who knew her. She is survived by her husband, Robert; sister, Sherry (Jon) Kuehl; brother-in-law, Kenneth (Cheryl) Beck; sister-in-law, Donna (Gary) Gronowski; and several nieces and nephews and their families. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Conrad Robertshaw.


A visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Friday, June 27, 2025.
 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Debra's name to Cedar Mill Community Library library.cedarmill.org/support/donate.



Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


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(608) 221-5420



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A Memorial Tree was planted for Debra Jean Beck
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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Gunderson Funeral Home - Madison
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Lacy Fielland
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Deb was a dear sweet friend for many decades. I’ll always remember meeting her for the first time in 1979 at The Red Baron, we became instant friends, she was always so friendly & kind. She will be greatly missed. Gary & I send our condolences to her friends & family. Our thoughts & prayers are with you🙏🏻
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Kimberly LeVelle
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I've known Bob and Deb for over 40 years - since I was a little kid when my dad, Phil LeVelle, first worked with Bob. I have such fond memories of flying kites at the coast, having great meals including Deb's lasagna and her firefighters chicken, 4th of July fireworks and beach cleanups, and hanging out with various dogs in front of the fire. Deb was a wonderful host and friend. I'm lucky to consider her and Bob my extra Aunt and Uncle. The deepest condolences from all of us, Kimberly, Peter, Sofia, and Amalia.
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Nathan Bates
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I have so many memories over 20 years of Deb and Bob. She did not just come in for the food she loved i made for them. It was a love and energy she always shared with me from a place of love. They are and were always so appreciative and anticipated there interaction with me my food and where I cooked it. All my love Deb, forever. Bob, stay strong and let me cook for you when you are ready.
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Robert Beck
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I was extraordinarily lucky when I met, fell in love with, and married one of the most loving, compassionate, thoughtful, caring, generous, and wonderful people you'll ever know. Deb was incredibly thoughtful, always considerate of others, and I really admired that in her. Deb loved organizing outings of various kinds with friends, to the point where they relied on her to do this. Deb was taken from us much too soon. I miss her dearly. Rest in Peace, Deb, I will love you forever.
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Anna Morris
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Debbie was such a wonderful friend to us, organizing happy hours, beach trips and pottery exhibits. So many memories that we will cherish forever. We miss you Debbie. Anna & Nick Morris

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