Deb was born May 31, 1960 in Kansas City, MO. She was the daughter of Harry D Thomas and Betty Jo “Stewart” Simpson. On March 22, 1980, Deb married the love of her life, Kevin Kunkelman.
Survivors include her Husband of 38 years, Kevin E Kunkelman of the home, Son: Jonathan D Kunkelman (Torri) and grandchildren: Bricesten, Chase and Brielle Kunkelman. Father; Harry D Thomas, Mother; Betty Jo Simpson, Step-Mother in law; Bonnie K Kunkelman, Brothers; Donald W Thomas, Perry L Thomas (Debbie), Harry R Thomas (Bill), Joseph L Thomas (Denice) and Sister; Janna M Harris (Mark). Brother in laws: Floyd A Kunkelman, Keith E Kunkelman (Jeanne), Ray Scott (Patti), Jason S Kunkelman and Sister in laws: Diana “Lynn” Elsloo (Randy), and Amy Jo Kunkelman, and Sharon Crews as well as several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death: Joshua A Kunkelman: (Son), Donna Jo Thomas (sister), Beverly J Kunkelman (Sister in Law), Linda Erecius (Sister in Law) and Ryan B Thomas (nephew), Little Ricky (Nephew) and Paternal and Maternal Grandparents and Great Grandparents.
Deb who was a born-again Christian loved the Lord and lived life to the fullest on her own terms. Deb graduated from Raytown South High School in 1978. She was a licensed cosmetologist and professional nanny/daycare provider during her younger years. She always had a love for children of all ages and a passion for children with special needs. Deb was a very compassionate and generous person who was always helping others. She spent her life always looking for opportunities to help those who God brought into her life.
The family would like to thank all the medical staff at Centerpoint and Research Medical Centers for the love and support provided to Deb.
Visitation will be Tuesday, December 18, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. Celebration of Life Service will be held on Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at 2 p.m. Both services will be held at Floral Hills Funeral Home at 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64133.
In lieu of flowers please bring a new unopened toy for donation to Toys-for-Tots;
or make donations in Deborah’s name to Marine Toys for Tots Foundation.
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