God called one of His angels home, for He knew her work on earth was done; now, her beautiful wings will shine brighter than the sun.
Our loving mother, Deborah Ann "Debbie" Santee, passed away on May 2, 2024, in North Platte, NE, at the age of 62. She was the heart and soul of our family. The unconditional love she had for her family now extends through generations.
Debbie was born February 23, 1962, in Wheatridge, CO, to Jim and Katy Storm. She had many wonderful memories growing up in Colorado with her parents and four siblings: Michael, Dave, Catt and Craig.
Debbie married her best friend Jerry Santee in 1979 and together they raised three wonderful children: Theresa, Melanie and Jamie. Each one brought her endless joy and laughter. She later became a doting grandmother who loved nothing more than spoiling her 12 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Debbie was the most wonderful homemaker and could make any space feel like home. Her favorite hobby was decorating for the holidays and making it so very special for her family. Debbie had such a love for music; you could always find her jamming to her favorite songs and playing her guitar and keyboard. She also had a love of gardening, shopping, baking and traveling. Debbie and Jerry loved traveling to Nashville, TN, where they attended the Grand Ole Opry several times, making many wonderful memories together.
Our mother will be remembered for her love of laughter, generosity and her compassionate heart. She had so much love in her heart to give that it extended to all God's creatures. Debbie was the most supportive wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She will forever be remembered as "Super Nana" and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Debbie was proceeded in death by her parents, Katy and Jim Storm; brothers, Michael and Dave Peters; and her most beloved dog, Peaches.
She leaves behind her beloved husband, Jerry of Sutherland, and their daughters, Theresa Bunting (Ivory), Melanie Santee (Mohammed), and Jamie Sosa (Nick); her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; her siblings, Catt Davies (Jeff) and Craig Storm; and many others who she loved like her own.
Services will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, May 8, at Odean Colonial Chapel with Holland Anderson officiating then burial will follow at the Sutherland Riverview Cemetery. Family asks that those in attendance wear color as we celebrate the life of our amazing wife, mother, grandmother and best friend.
Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. Memorials are to the North Platte Animal Shelter. Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.