MUNCIE, Ind. — Debra Jill Schaal, 68, passed away on Friday, March 1, 2019, at Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie, Ind.
Born Nov. 13, 1950, in Urbana, the daughter of Glen and Billie Joyce Busboom, Debra grew up in Royal, was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Royal and graduated from St. Joseph-Ogden High School.
She graduated from the University of Illinois with a degree in languages, from Ball State University with a master’s degree in education and later pursued a doctorate in education. She was a lifetime committed Fighting Illini and Chief Illiniwek fan.
As a farm girl, Debra experienced the richness of the prairie, with family and farming, and developed a profound appreciation by seeing God’s hand in the events of her life. Her faith in Christ from early on grew throughout her life. As a young girl in the 4-H show ring, Debra developed a confidence which served her throughout her career. Throughout her adult life, Debra was committed to assisting those less fortunate with educational opportunities.
She was a longtime committed member of Avondale United Methodist Church, where she served as organist and choir director for many years. She served as the organist/ pianist at many weddings and funerals. Her words of encouragement were as rich as the music she played, and her smile could not be beat.
Debra is survived by her husband, Ed Wade; mother, Billie Joyce Busboom; brother, Jan Busboom; and nieces, Hannah Nelson, Abigail Anderson and Rebekah Croom; as well as her great-nephews and great-niece, Garrity and Tennison Anderson and Lachlan Croom.
Debra was preceded in death by her beloved father, Glen Busboom.
Debra was committed to her family and extended family and was the glue that kept them all connected. Debra also loved her four kitties. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, kitties and all who knew her.
Memorial services to celebrate her life are scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday, April 13, at Avondale United Methodist Church, 1314 W. 10th St., Muncie, Ind., and at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 14, at St. John Lutheran Church, Royal. Doors will open one hour before the services, and a reception will follow each service.
Memorials may be directed to Avondale United Methodist Church, 1314 W. 10th St., Muncie, IN 47302, or St. John Lutheran Church, 203 Church St., Royal, IL 61871.
Champaign News-Gazette 4/10/19
No comments:
Post a Comment