"Shirley I extend my deepest sympathy to you. "
In loving memory of
Debra L. (Madsen) Hovey
October 10, 1969 - January 24, 2017
Debra was born on October 10, 1969, in Rock Rapids, Iowa, to William Carl and Janet (Sage) Madsen. Debra graduated from high school and went on to achieve certifications as an EMT, CNA and Medical Aid.
Debra was married to Jeff Hovey on September 30, 1995, and together they have three children. Over the years, Debra worked for Auxi Health, janitorial work, daycare, the grocery store in Titonka and for Exceptional Opportunities. Whatever Debra was doing, she found enjoyment in. Some of her favorite things to do while not working were crocheting, cooking and camping.
Deb had faith in the Lord, and was a member of the Good Hope Lutheran Church, Titonka. With that faith, Debra Lyn Madsen-Hovey fought bravely against cancer. She died on Tuesday, January 24, 2017, at the Titonka Care Center with her family at her side. She was 47 years old.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Jeff Hovey of Titonka; children, Brandon (Amanda) Hovey of Hanlontown, IA, Alex (Bri) Hovey of Titonka and Cady Hovey of Titonka; grandchildren, Maddox, Kaden and Ethan Hovey; brothers, Robert Lee Madsen of Merritt Island, FL, William John (Pam) Madsen; sisters, Carolyn Ann (Robert) Brandt of Titonka, IA, Barbara Kay (James) Thilges of Bode, IA, Jeannette Lucile (Daryl) Chapin of Titonka, IA, Shirlee Renee Alt of Algona, IA, Sharon Kim (Brad) Bengtson of Titonka, IA, Mary Jo (Rodney Norland) of Ionia, IA, and Karla Louise (John Schutter) of Titonka, IA; as well as many nieces and nephews, family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her paternal and maternal grandparents; her parents, William and Janet; mother-in-law, Helen Hovey; sister-in-law Zoe Madsen and a nephew, Daniel Thilges.
The family would like to thank the Titonka Care Center, Hospice Nurses and The University of Iowa Hospital Staff and the Hancock County Health System Hospital staff for all the kindness and professionalism given to them over the years.
Tributes
"Jeff and family, my deepest sympathy to all of you. May God wrap his loving arms around each & everyone of you during your time of grieving. God's blessings to each of you."
"My prayers are with you and your family Jeff at this difficult time our sympathies Tom & Jan Eisenbarth"
"Sorry for your loss.May God be with you at this difficult time. Colleen Follman "
" You were one of the best brownie and girl scouts that I had the joy of leading. Barb Carlson"
"I'm truly sorry for your loss. God Bless you all!"
"Thought and prayers to all of you during this difficult time. "
"My sympathy to Deb's family. I enjoyed working with Deb at Exceptional Opportunities. She was a caring and conscientious worker. Her smile and laugh were contagious. May God grant you strength in the days ahead and may you find comfort in your many memories of her. "
"My deepest sympathies to Jeff and your family. May God wrap all of you in His arms and comfort you with the loss of your wife, mother and sister."
"Jeff, Brandon, AJ and Cady, So sorry for the loss of Debi. She was a great woman who was loved by everyone who knew her. She was always kind and compassionate and had an infectious laugh and smile. God bless her as she enters into her heavenly home. You are all our thoughts and prayers. Michael and Amber Leu. "
"Shirley, Kelly, Jace my thoughts and prayers go out to all of you and your families in the loss of your sister and aunt! My prayers go out to Deb's husband and children! Barb Bauer"
"My thoughts and prayers are with you. Jeff and family, you have mine and my families deepest sincere condolences."
"My heart goes out to Debs family. She was such a fighter! My sympathy & prayers! Lois Shipler"
"My prayers are with the Madsen and Hovey family and friends. A bright shining star has left this earth to live in her eternal home. Her loss will be felt by all whose lives she touched. Her smile was priceless, simple words cannot describe how truly beautiful Deb was. Rest peacefully dear one. You are so loved. "
"To the Hovey and Madsen families, our prayers to your families at this difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Bob and Nita Boleneus and family"
"Jeff and family. So sorry for your loss. A great lady will be missed by many. You are in our thoughts."
" Jeff and family so sorry for your loss a great person will be missed by many. Thinking of you. Darwin and Joe."
"God gained another angel! Debi brought so much happiness to so many people including me! I can't imagine the hurt you're going through. Debi touch some many people with her courageous smile, her beautiful voice, helping hand which ever it maybe it was genuine. Debi always had a big ??'-- and never asked for anything in return! May God wrap his arms around you all, and give you strength! Thinking of you all at this difficult time...known that some day we will meet again!! Lots of ??'-- and prayers! "