Deborah Lynn Huenink
September 11, 1957 – October 29, 2024
Deborah Lynn Huenink, passed away October 29, 2024 peacefully with her family by her side after a diagnosis of a rare aggressive cancer. She was so mad that this is what was going to take her. Deb was born September 11, 1957 in Bitburg, Germany. She was one of 7 siblings to a master Sargent in the AirForce, which is why she traveled a lot of her early childhood. In 1972 her parents settled in Lincoln, NE where they owned a restaurant in the Havelock area. This is where Deb found her love for cooking and how it brought comfort to those she cooked for. She married Gale on August 7th, 1989 where they raised their small herd of children (5) together along with many various animals in Panama, NE. She loved the small-town life and the many precious friendships she made in the years she lived there.
Deb was preceded in death by her dad, Rex May; mom, Dora May; Sister, Sharon May; Brother, Stuart May; Sister, Brenda and Brother-in-law, Ray Farrington. Deb is survived by her Husband Gale Huenink; her children Virginia and Steven Bauers; Wendy and Steve Wright; Raymond Scott; Melissa Klassen; Cori Hofmeister and Kristen Sharkey; Reese and Kelly Huenink. Her grandchildren Kolby Nelson, Kade Klassen, Trevor Curtis, Skylar Curtis, Toby Scott, Austin Scott, Jaxson Huenink, Cooper Huenink, Quinn Huenink, and James Hofmeister.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday November 2, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Panama Presbyterian Church; 201 Pine Street, Panama NE.
Memorials in the form of flowers may be sent to the church for the service or if you would like to make a donation in lieu of flowers, please make them out to Panama Presbyterian Church.
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Funeral Home assisting is Aspen Mortuary, 4822 Cleveland Avenue, Lincoln, NE 68504. To view an on-line obituary or email condolences please visit Aspen Mortuary’s website at www.aspenaftercare.com.
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Sending our deepest sympathies and love to you all.
We are so sorry for your loss, Deb was an awesome person and will be dearly missed. Prayers for All of You, God Bless 🙏😇🙏
My condolences to the family. I didn’t know Deb well, but she always was so nice and full of life.
I’m So Sorry to hear this news. Prayers for your Family. Deb was probably the nicest lady and cook on the area. Fly high with the Angels up there Deb.
Eldon Schroder
Sending lots of love, hugs and prayers to all of you. May you have strength and peace now and going forward. Know that she will always be with you.
I am heartbroken over the loss of my dear friend, Deb. She was a wonderful wife, a devoted mom, an adoring grandma, and truly the best friend anyone could ask for. She loved us all from her kitchen – she was always sharing her latest dish. We shared unforgettable times, from childhood slumber parties to campouts and every heartfelt moment in between. Deb was one of a kind—full of warmth, humor, and the kind of friendship that makes life richer. I’ll forever cherish the memories of our time together, her laughter, and her fierce loyalty. She touched so many lives, including mine, and her presence will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with Gale, her family, and friends. May her memory be a blessing to all who knew her. My heart will always miss my best friend. I love you to pieces, Deb. You will be so deeply missed.
I will always cherish the memories I shared with Deb in Jr High through High School. You made those years so valuable and so much fun. Remember Drama Class. RIP Sweet Deborah May Huenink