Debra Diane Welke, 65, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2019 at Fort Meade VA Medical Center.

She was born December 21, 1953 in Deadwood, SD to Winifred and Mayme (Hermanson) Welke.  Debra grew up and attended school in Sturgis. She proudly served in the US Army from 1974 to 1976 when she was honorably discharged.  Debra traveled the country living in Denver, Los Angeles, a commune in San Jose before settling down in Sturgis.

Debra is survived by her beloved son, Josh Welke.

Cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.