Debbie Marie Burks
Debbie Marie Burks, 67, of Lincoln, Nebraska, passed away on March 3, 2026.
Debbie was born on June 8, 1958, in Washington, D.C., to Earl and Margaret Feathers. She dedicated her life to her family as a loving homemaker, always placing the needs of those she loved above all else. For the past 25 years, Debbie and her husband, Bob, owned and operated Owl City Collectibles, a business that reflected her passion and personality. She also had a special fondness for collecting cookbooks and owls, hobbies that brought her great joy.
Debbie will be remembered for her warmth, her devotion to her family, and the care she gave so freely to those around her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Margaret Feathers, and her brothers, Bruce, John, and Jeff Feathers.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 28 years, Robert Burks; her children, Darrell Talbot, Crystal Weidner, Margaret (Rene) Martinez, Jeremy (Cayla) Talbot, Sarah (Braydon) Waldner, Desiree Burks, Daniel Burks, Chris Burks, and Sherrie Brannon-Roach; 15 grandchildren and one great-grandchild; her sisters, Dorothy Bannister, Patricia Schroeder, and Stephanie Lichtenberg; her brother, David Feathers; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends who will miss her dearly.
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Thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Debbie was a true gem in this world. She will be greatly missed.
Robert & Family My Deepest Sympathy & Prayers go out to you in this time of sorrow. Debbie touched a lot of our lives with her ready smile & kind heart, she will deeply be missed
Debbie was a very strong and magnificent woman. She always wore a very sweet and calming smile. Wonderful grandmother who is greatly missed. Thank you Debbie for all your years of sacrifice and guidance helping provide a great home to Xavier and his Mother. 🙏
You were the love of my life, my soulmate, my princess. You will forever be in my heart, mind, and soul.. There is no words that can explain the emptiness left in my heart,. And my life. You are no longer in pain, no longer suffering from not being able to do and share the adventures of life. May you soar with the Angels , Fly with your family in Heaven and watch over us for enternity.