Obituary: Deborah K. Schenk

Deborah K. Schenk, age 67, of Gregory, MI, passed away at home on March 2, 2023. Debbie was born on July 31, 1955 in Jackson, MI to Arthur and Lillian (Salyer) Minix. She had lived in the Gregory area for the past 30 years, moving from Ann Arbor. She had previously worked for the City of Ann Arbor as an Administrative Assistant. Debbie loved reading, all animals, and spending time with her grandkids. Deb was a free spirit who lived life to the fullest and by her own rules. She also loved to travel, listen to music, laugh, and have a good time. She was a good friend to many and would do anything for her family.

Deb is survived by three children, William (Kristie) Risner of Brighton, Ryan Risner of Gregory, and Jeffrey (Laura) Risner of Munith; the father of her kids, Billy Joe Risner of Stockbridge; her siblings, Marlene Stevens of Fitchburg and Michael (Bobby) Minix of Gregory; and five grandchildren, Kaitlin (Shane Robinson), Kayleigh, Jack, Ben, and Avery; Her aunt, Alice (Junior) Keeton of Jeffersonville, KY, one uncle, Wisemond “Blue” (Sylvia) Salyer of Jackson, and aunt, Dorothy Salyer of Stockbridge; Along with numerous neices, nephews, and cousins;
She was preceded in death by her parents, Art and Lillian Minix, and a brother, Scott Minix.
Cremation has taken place, and all services will be private. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution in Debbie’s honor, may do so to the Humane Society of one’s choice. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home.