Debra Ann Schemmel

Debra Ann Schemmel, 65, of Cedar Falls, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Saturday, February 22, 2020. She was born in Cedar Falls on November 30, 1954, daughter of Donald and Margery (Wessels) Schemmel. Debbie was a graduate of Columbus High School in 1973 and later attended Iowa State University. She earned an Accounting degree from Hawkeye Community College. She later perused an education to become a Dental Hygienist. She was a hygienist for close to 30 years with Dr. David Bottke in Cedar Falls and later Dr. Keith Whittemore in Waterloo.

Debbie was preceded in death by her parents; and her beloved miniature dachshund, Judy. She is survived by the love of her life for 27 years, Lyle Coen, of Cedar Falls; her brother, David (Kathern) Schemmel of Waterloo; her nephew, Travis Schemmel of Waterloo; her niece, Angela (Michael) Van Gorder of Ankeny; great-nieces and nephews: Erika, Evan, Austin, Madison and Jeremy; also by the children of Lyle Coen: Kristina Bachmann of South Dakota and Jeffrey (Andrea) Coen of Cedar Falls, and their boxer, Rocky, who was Debbie's four-legged buddy.

Debbie enjoyed travelling here and abroad. Debbie and Lyle visited Ireland together. She also traveled to Italy, Australia, New Zealand, and Thailand. For a surprise present, Debbie took her niece Angela on a trip to Las Vegas for her 21st birthday to see Celine Dion.

One of her favorite past times was shopping and she loved all things that were glitzy and glamorous including clothing, jewelry, shoes and purses. Debbie also loved to cook and will be remembered for the annual hors d'oeuvres extravaganza buffet she prepared at her home during the holidays.

Debbie was a person of many talents and interests. She was a joy to her family and many friends. Her presence among us will be deeply missed.

Debbie's Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am on Saturday, February 29, 2020, at St. Patrick Catholic Church of Cedar Falls with burial to follow at Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery of Waterloo. Her visitation will be from 4-6:30 pm on Friday, February 28, 2020, at Dahl-Van Hove-Schoof Funeral Home of Cedar Falls. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or to Cedar Valley Hospice. Condolences may be left at www.DahlFuneralHome.com.