Deborah Michaeline (Szczerba) Atkinson, age 58, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away at 4:48 p.m. on Friday, March 6, 2020 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born to Richard Anthony Szczerba and Joanna Rose (Gigliotti) Dobbs on November 26, 1961 in Utica, New York.
Deborah was united in marriage on July 28, 2001 to Joseph Atkinson in Indianapolis. She enjoyed gardening, crafting, camping, and most of all spending time with her family.
Professionally, Deborah spent her career in the food service industry.
She is survived by her loving husband of 18 years, Joseph Atkinson; Loving children, Jen Atkinson, Heather Sweigart and her partner Adam Dillman, Joseph Sweigart and his wife Mikki, and Rob Atkinson and his wife Candace; Grandchildren, Alec Deuel, Mira Sweigart, Conner Sweigart, Marlee Dillman, and Alex Dillman; Her siblings, Matt Szczerba and his wife Jill, Reggie Wilkins and her husband Jim, Errin McKinney and his wife, Robyn, Sue Fletcher and her husband Cliff; and many nieces and nephews.
Deborah was preceded in death by her brother DJ Tucker and stepfather Harlan Dobbs.
Special Thank you to:
Dr. Ikhlaque, NP Anna
Dr. Garrett
St. Francis hematology and oncology team
Premier Hospice team: David, Lynne, Sophia, Karen A, Kristen, Dana, Karen C.
For their overwhelming support and care of Debbie during this time.
Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until the Memorial Service at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 14, 2020 at Indiana Funeral Care - Greenwood Chapel, 2433 East Main Street, Greenwood, Indiana 46143. In lieu of usual remembrances, direct memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society (Cancer.org) or Exotic Feline Rescue Center (efrc.org). Arrangements entrusted to Indiana Funeral Care - Greenwood Chapel. Please share memories and condolences online at www.indianafuneralcare.com.