MCKANE, Debra Kathleen “Debbie” (née McDowell)
Born June 17, 1967. Passed away August 31, 2025.
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
Service
Friday September 12, 2025, 1:00pm
Tributes
Leave a tributeFirst 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.December 27, 2025 4:31 pm
Our Sincere Condolences Stewart, Lorraine, Shane and families. A special lady taken to soon. RIP Deb. Jim and Carolyn Knights
September 12, 2025 9:52 pm
Will miss Debbie's witty conversations, her smile & happy face at our chinese night out. Deepest sympathy to Stewart & family.
September 12, 2025 11:55 am
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
September 11, 2025 10:11 pm
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.September 11, 2025 8:46 am
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 💔
September 10, 2025 8:33 pm
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 McDowellSeptember 09, 2025 10:15 pm
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 HowdenSeptember 09, 2025 11:01 am
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
September 08, 2025 11:11 pm
Sorry to hear about Debbie,we grew up together and what a wonderful lady she was,gone way to soon
September 07, 2025 5:27 pm
Always a breath of fresh air “Sprocket” So many laughs together .Thoughts are with your lovely family xxx Trish Phil and family .
September 07, 2025 3:30 pm
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)September 07, 2025 3:26 pm
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.
September 07, 2025 11:36 am
Deepest sympathy to mckane and McDowell family’s long time friends of tish Barry Brody and families rest in peace debbie
September 07, 2025 11:04 am
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
September 06, 2025 10:44 am
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 xxSeptember 06, 2025 10:00 am
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 familySeptember 05, 2025 9:04 pm
Deepest sympathy to the families xxx
September 05, 2025 6:03 pm
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.
September 05, 2025 4:15 pm
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 xSeptember 05, 2025 8:46 am
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
September 04, 2025 8:25 pm
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 xSeptember 04, 2025 5:03 pm
Fly high Debba my dear friend , I’m going to miss you so much.🩶🕊️
September 04, 2025 4:16 pm
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. 💓💓💓September 04, 2025 10:03 am
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
September 03, 2025 7:55 pm
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)September 03, 2025 6:54 pm
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.September 03, 2025 5:28 am
RIP Deb
You were a great work mate
XxxxSeptember 02, 2025 9:41 pm
Deepest Sympathy Stewart and family on your sad loss
Sandra and JohnSeptember 02, 2025 8:28 pm
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
September 02, 2025 8:15 pm
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 xxSeptember 02, 2025 7:48 pm
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
September 02, 2025 7:35 pm
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 xxxSeptember 02, 2025 4:15 pm
Fly high Debba 🤍
lu xx
September 02, 2025 3:43 pm
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 xxSeptember 02, 2025 1:47 pm