Debra Marie Goldman
Debra Marie Goldman (nee Ettawageshik) passed away on Wednesday, January 31st, 2024 at the age of 61.
Born on August, 8th, 1962 in Chicago, Debra always raved about how wonderful her childhood was. Debra grew up in the Mckinley park area. She loved riding her bike in the neighborhood meeting her friends and then going to Nicky’s and consuming a ton of her favorite menu item French fries. She really adored and admired her dad and used to love watching him play softball and afterwards going with the players to his bar. She also spent a lot of time visiting Wisconsin to either vacation or to be with her beloved grandparents. She loved to listen to Elvis Presley and Donny Osmond.
Debra became a mother in 1988 when her daughter Maranda was born, this was one of the highlights of her life. Debra married her husband Neal on March 29th, 2014. Family was very important to Debra, she greatly enjoyed spending time with her loved ones.
Debra spent her career working for the Federal Reserve Bank in Chicago. She retired in 2018 and spent time with her family, she cherished any time that she got to spend with her grandson Ezra.
Debra had a beautifully warm spirit and an incredibly positive outlook on life. She lit up every room she was in and was a caring, supportive, and kind person. She will be deeply missed.
Debra is preceded in death by her mother Barbara Sandacz, father Donald Sandacz, and brother-in-law Richard Kieszkowski. She is survived by her husband Neal Goldman, daughter Maranda Ahlfeld, sister Pam Kieszkowski, grandson Ezra Ahlfeld, and nephew Zach Kieszkowski.
Visitation will be held from 4 to 9pm Wednesday, Feb. 7 at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Funeral prayers 9:30am Thursday, Feb. 8 at the funeral home followed by 10am Mass at St. Cletus Church, 600 W. 55th St., LaGrange. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers. In lieu, donations to the American Cancer Society (https://donate.cancer.org/) in Debra’s name are greatly appreciated.
Funeral Info: 708-352-6500
“Until we meet again, may God bless you as he has blessed me.” – Elvis Presley
Through my niece Mariann, Debra and I met for the first time at her home. Debra was a person full of life and vitality, very friendly and she loved talking about everything and anything. One day our conversation led to our favorite singer Elvis Presley and we would talk a lot about Elvis almost every time we met. Debra and I did not know each other for a long time but, our bond was indeed our favorite singer Elvis. I was stunned to hear of her passing absolutely stunned! I will keep Debra in my treasure chest of memories for she certainly was a one of a kind individual, who I am honored to have known her! RIP Debra In loving friendship until we again.
Neal,
May Debra’s memory be for a blessing to and her family. Our deepest condolences.
Joyce and Mel Gerstein
Neal and family,
I am so sad to hear this news about your lovely wife. Too young and she was a fighter. Sending much love and big hugs to you..May her Memory be for a blessing
Karen and Al Topin🥰🥰😘❤️❤️
We were all blessed to have known her and experienced her spirit and love. Arnie & Susi
Rest in peace, Debra. You will be with your Maureen P., who passed away in November. God bless, Debra.
You were such a ray of light always, Debra! Your smile was contagious! I am so sorry to Neal, Miranda, and your whole family for your loss. HUGE HUGS HEADING YOUR WAY!
Jen Kaufman
Sending heartfelt condolences to the family. I worked at the Bank with Debra and knew her for many years. What a kind and wonderful lady, always. God bless
Neal,
My sincere condolences to you on Debra’s passing. May her memory be for a blessing.
Debra was such a a kind soul and I enjoyed her friendship while working with her. My condolences and prayers go out to her family and friends.
Debra was so sweet ! We went to see Elvis impersonator with Mariann Rapp! We had so much fun ! She was a kind and loving person and I liked working with her at the Fed! I haven’t seen her in 10 years ! May she rest
In peace !
My condolences to Debra’s family and all who knew and loved her. I worked with Debra at the Fed. She was a very sweet and positive person.
Debra’s story is heartwarming! Her virtues have been passed on to her daughter, Miranda, who is our co-worker at Easterseals Joliet Region. We are sad to know of this untimely loss and offer the deepest condolences.
Debra Condotti
President CEO
Easterseals Joliet Region
I worked with Debra at the Fed. She had a kind & friendly spirit about her. God blessed us with her for the time he allowed. God knows best and called her home, she answered. May God bless everyone that loved Debra with comfort and understanding. 🙏
Dear Neal, Maranda, and Family,
So very sorry to learn of Debra’s passing. I met Debra through my husband, Jim, who worked with her at the Fed. We are keeping you all close in our thoughts & prayers. 🙏