Deborah K. Izak, 68, of Elkhart, passed away on Monday, December 9, 2019 at Elkhart General Hospital. She was born on January 25, 1951 to the late Katherine (Murray) and Herbert Pietzko.

She is survived by her sons, Steven (Lola) Izak and Phil (Amanda) Izak; grandchildren, Addison Nichole Chesney, Jaime Izak, Alexander Izak, and Natalia Drysdale Izak; son-in-law, Steve Chesney; sisters, Constance Schrock and Becky (Pietzko) Dodson; and former spouse, Lawrence Izak. She is preceded in death by her parents, her daughter, Jaime Chesney, and brother Steven Smith.

In accordance with Deborah's wishes, cremation was chosen and will take place at Billings Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 812 Baldwin St. Elkhart. A private celebration of life family gathering will take place at a later date in the Spring.

Deborah worked at GTE as an account manager for 25 years before retiring and was a member of the DAV in Elkhart. She loved to watch NASCAR, drag races, Jeopardy, Law and Order, Wheel of Fortune, and was a fan of both Notre Dame and the Chicago Bears. Deborah enjoyed spending time outdoors and enjoyed traveling with her daughter, Jaime. She and her sister, Constance, shared fond memories of going to country music concerts together, especially to see Garth Brooks. Deborah loved spending time with her grandchildren and always made time for them. She will be missed greatly by her loving family.