Debra "Debbie" Kathleen McKANE (née McDowell)

Passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by love and her family on August 31, 2025.

Aged 58 years

Dearly loved wife of Stewart.

Cherished Mum of Christopher and Kiri, Matthew and Ella.

Adored Nana of Eliza and Tommy.

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Family and friends of DEBBIE are invited to attend a Service at the Wannon Room, Warrnambool Showgrounds, Koroit Street, Warrnambool commencing at 1.00p.m. on
FRIDAY (September 12).

The cortège will leave at the conclusion of the Service for the Tower Hill Cemetery.

It was Debbie’s wish that those attending her funeral wear a touch of teal to show support for Ovarian Cancer Australia. Also, in lieu of flowers please consider a donation in Debbie’s memory to Ovarian Cancer Australia at ovariancancer.net.au

Please click on this link to watch Debbie’s Funeral service stream starting at 1pm

PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE DATE OF DEBBIE’S SERVICE 

 

Funeral Notice

ServiceSeptember 12, 2025 - 1:00 pmKoroit Street Warrnambool, VIC Venue: Wannon Room

Tributes

  1. First of all the memories of Christmas time spent with you and stew and all the Mckane’s boys and girls so
    Glad you become a nana but taken way too soon for us all but tears of sadness are still flowing when I hear ur songs played in my wrap of 2025.

    Samantha payne nee mckane December 27, 2025
  2. Our Sincere Condolences Stewart, Lorraine, Shane and families. A special lady taken to soon. RIP Deb. Jim and Carolyn Knights

    Carolyn Knights September 12, 2025
  3. Will miss Debbie’s witty conversations, her smile & happy face at our chinese night out. Deepest sympathy to Stewart & family.

    Jane & Philip Prider September 12, 2025
  4. Sending our deepest condolences to Stewart and family. Deb was a valued customer and friend to the staff at Dennington Discount Chemist. We will miss her visits and always remember her fondly. Xx

    Emilie September 11, 2025
  5. My dear beautiful cuz.

    If I had of known our last time together was the last time together I would have squeezed you so much tighter and never let you go!!
    You my darling were one in a million, I wish you could have seen yourself through our eyes, seen the light that shined where ever you went. You had an invisible impact on everyone you met, your kindness, generosity, thoughtfulness, respect, humility& your gentle soul.
    Our Mac-time sisterhood is broken, so are our hearts, but I know you wouldn’t want us to be sad. I will treasure our memorable moments together forever.
    Things are a little strange here without you but I know you’re never far away. You have joined a pretty special team of angels up there and that will show you the ropes and take good care of you. So fly high our precious lady and please watch over us because we miss you so much every day.

    Kim McDowell September 11, 2025
  6. Decades of friendship, a lifetime of memories, love and laughter. Rest peacefully our brave little Deb – Forever 58 xx deepest sympathy to everyone who was touched by Deb – she truly was one of the best!!!! Forever 58 my beautiful friend, I have memories to treasure forever 💔

    Julie McMaster September 10, 2025
  7. Fond memories of the McDowell cousins in Morris Road will remain forever in my heart.

    Rest in peace, Debbie and thank you for the boundless warmth and care that you shared with us over all those years.

    Deepest condolences to Aunty Lorraine, Stewart and family.

    With sympathy from
    Leigh, Kiyori, Lynna, and Kyle McDowell

    Leigh McDowell September 9, 2025
  8. Deeply saddened to hear of Debbie’s passing, she was such an amazing lady gone but never forgotten
    Our thoughts are with the Mckane family
    Stuart and Trish Howden

    Trish Howden September 9, 2025
  9. Such an honor to work with Deb, smart, funny, caring and so positive.

    A gem in our workspace.

    Sincere condolences to her family and all who loved Deb, she will be so sadly missed

    Toni xxx

    Toni Ryan September 8, 2025
  10. Sorry to hear about Debbie,we grew up together and what a wonderful lady she was,gone way to soon

    Robert walsh September 7, 2025
  11. Always a breath of fresh air “Sprocket” So many laughs together .Thoughts are with your lovely family xxx Trish Phil and family .

    Trish Bohan September 7, 2025
  12. To my favourite niece. Glad I got to see you the week before you left us. You told me I was your favourite uncle. I will miss you.
    Uncle Donald (Les)

    Les King September 7, 2025
  13. Stuie and family. Very sad to hear of Debbie’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Love, Des and Carmel Noonan.

    Des Noonan September 7, 2025
  14. Deepest sympathy to mckane and McDowell family’s long time friends of tish Barry Brody and families rest in peace debbie

    Barry brody September 7, 2025
  15. RIP Deb, always so warm and friendly, we will miss your big smile. Deepest sympathy to the family. Sadly missed by The Elm Girls. Xx

    Jenny Rix September 6, 2025
  16. It has been awhile since I worked with you, they were fun times with you and Jane. Always a laugh, made the work day easier.
    Thinking of the family you have left behind. They will always remember the love you had for them .
    Judy xx

    Judy Garner September 6, 2025
  17. Deb, You were one of a kind, it was an honour to have known and worked with you, and I will miss your positivity and your guidance, fly high angel🪽💜.
    Deepest sympathy to Stewart and family

    Megan McDonough September 5, 2025
  18. Deepest sympathy to the families xxx

    Cheryl Taylor September 5, 2025
  19. It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to our beautiful daughter Deb. Love Dad (Robert-dec) Mum (Lorraine) brothers Shane, Paul and Andrew (dec). Good bless you our darling girl.

    Lorraine McDowell September 5, 2025
  20. Debba, What an impression you have left on life.
    So caring, kind, funny and mischievous. It was never a dull moment when you were around.
    I will hold onto all those precious memories.
    Rest easy and fly high my beautiful friend. 🕊️
    Deepest Sympathy Stew,Christopher,Kiri,Eliza&Tommy
    Matthew and Ella x

    Jane September 5, 2025
  21. Safe travels Deb on your Final journey.
    Condolences to Stewart, Chris, Kiri and Matthew and those beautiful grandchildren you were so proud of.

    Lauris, Mark and family xx

    Lauris warnock September 4, 2025
  22. Deb, you were an incredible woman. How lucky were we to have known you!! Work won’t be the same without seeing your infectious smile and shining personality. Thanks for the memories.
    Deepest sympathy to all of Deb’s family.
    Will miss you Deb.
    Love Ronnie x

    Ronnie Redmond September 4, 2025
  23. Fly high Debba my dear friend , I’m going to miss you so much.🩶🕊️

    Helen Greene September 4, 2025
  24. Dearest little “Hot Stuff”… you were such a joy in the Pilates classes. Always had a ready smile and some outrageous comments and ideas. Your favourite exercise was feet in straps… and the girls loved you even more for that!!
    My condolences to all the family, especially Kiri and little Tommy. You will be sorely missed little darling. 💓💓💓

    Martha milford September 4, 2025
  25. You definitely were one of a kind Debs and never without your smile. Give that brother of yours a big kiss from us…. Condolences to all the families on the passing of such a beautiful lady. X

    Leah Falcke September 3, 2025
  26. My sincere condolences 💐 to Debbie’s family and friends . We did high school together and reconnected at reunions .
    A beautiful lady gone too soon xx
    Anne Rosolin (Craig)

    Anne Rosolin September 3, 2025
  27. Debbie, you brightened every room that you were in, and every heart that you met.
    You truly were one of a kind.
    My deepest sympathies to Stewart and your family; and to your dearest, closest friends.
    Rest peacefully.

    Cherie Wallace (Fary) September 3, 2025
  28. RIP Deb
    You were a great work mate
    Xxxx

    Helen Rhook September 2, 2025
  29. Deepest Sympathy Stewart and family on your sad loss
    Sandra and John

    Sandra Sell September 2, 2025
  30. Aunty Debbie you were one of a kind, funny, caring, loyal and the life of a party. I will remember all the good times, the laughs, the chats but most of all the support you gave me when I needed it the most. I will miss you always, Bec, Max and Sammy xx

    Rebecca McKane September 2, 2025
  31. You were one of a kind Debba.
    I’ve been trying to find the right words, but the only thing that seems right is thank you. Thank you for the endless laughs, bold humour, the ugly cries, the words of wisdom and everything in between. Your friendship will be treasured always and the world seems a little less bright without your infectious smile. You’ve left a trail of broken hearts and precious memories. Safe travels and thank you my beautiful friend.
    Thinking of you Stew, Christopher, Kiri, Eliza, Tommy, Matt and Ella xx

    Narelle September 2, 2025
  32. Our pilates classes were never dull when you were there, a funny lady with a kind heart. Thinking of Debbie’s family & friends at this heartbreaking time. Brooke

    Brooke Nevill September 2, 2025
  33. Aunty Debbie, you certainly were one of a kind. I will miss our chats and laughs together, but know that I have a lifetime of memories of you. Resst peacefully my caring loving beautiful Aunty missing you now and forever. Rest easy
    Lynne Ricard and Ben xxx

    Lynne September 2, 2025
  34. Fly high Debba 🤍

    lu xx

    Lucina pickett September 2, 2025
  35. A friendship that spanned over 40 years. Can’t imagine doing life without you Deb. You were a fiercely loyal friend with the best sense of humour. You brightened a room when you walked in. You provided me with so many happy memories which I will hold in my heart until we meet again.
    I am truly honoured to have had you in my life. My heart is broken but you didn’t want us to be sad.
    We will watch over Stew and the boys. We will tell Eliza and Tommy what a courages brave and funny and loving nana they had.
    Love you Dirtbag xx

    Wardy September 2, 2025