Debby was born Deborah Sue Bidegain on February 24, 1948 in Tucson, Arizona. She was born to John and Mauritta Bidegain. She passed away June 14, 2023 at the age of 75 in her home surrounded by family and friends.
Proceeded in death by her parents John and Mauritta; brothers Clark and Johnny B; son John Bartke.
She is survived by her husband Ben; daughter Dana Bartke; grandchildren Madison and Preston Clifford; stepson Brian (Susan) Gawlik and their son Nickolas Gawlik; sisters Rebecca (Gilbert) DeAnda and Shane (Mike) Murray; many cousins, nieces, nephews and great friends.
Debby grew up on many ranches during her childhood. She graduated from Valley Union High School attended and graduated from Cochise college. She then moved to Tucson and started raising her family. She was a homemaker and a great cook. After raising her kids, she then became a nanny and helped raise kids for several families. Debby enjoyed bowling, softball and watching all sports. She loved maintaining her immaculate home and her well-kept backyard.
Services will be held at St. Francis De Sales church on Saturday, July 22nd at 12 o'clock. Reception to follow at the church immediately after the service. The burial will be at a later date. Flowers for the service can be sent to the church at 1375 S Camino Seco.