KAAKE, Debra Lynn (Van Eckhoutte), of Grand Blanc Township, age 59, died October 19, 2017 at her residence. Cremation has taken place. Debra was born in Flint, July 28, 1958. She had a great love and passion for her family and could light up any event with her raspy laugh. If you would like to share additional memories and photos, please do so on never-gone.com

Surviving are: children, Janel (Jack) Simons, Justin Kaake, and Samantha Martinez; father, Ronald Van Eckhoutte; stepmother, Deborah Van Eckhoutte; siblings, Helen (Jeff) Hamby, Chance Van Eckhoutte, and Heather (Shawn) Ramsey; step-sister, Melissa (John) Danko; several grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Helen Van Eckhoutte, sisters Patricia Gennett and Robin May, and step-brother Mathew McKenzie.