Debra Lynn (nee Slavik) Burton, age 69, of Lake Station passed away Friday, September 18, 2020 in St. Mary Medical Center.  Debra was born May 23, 1951 in Gary, Indiana to the late John J. and Joyce (nee Colins) Slavik. She enjoyed spending time with her family, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She enjoyed doing puzzles, cooking and spending time with her dogs, Minnie and Mickey.

Debra is survived by her loving husband, Junior Burton; daughter, Dana McGowin; brother, Mike Slavik; two sisters, Pat (Michele) Slavik and Brenda (Terri) Slavik; grandchildren, Krystal (Joel Torres) Ketchem, Rubin Ketchem, Jesse (Belinda) Ketchem, Kelly McGowin and Angela (Brandon) Boyd and numerous loving great-grandchildren;; son-in-law, Rubin (Jennifer) Ketchem and many other loving family members and friends.

Debra was preceded in death by her daughter, Laurie Ketchem; and two brothers, John Ray (Lita) Slavik and Paul Slavik.

In lieu of flowers donations to The Humane Society of Hobart, P.O. Box 108 Hobart, Indiana 46342 would be appreciated.

A Funeral Service for Debra will take place Thursday September 24, 2020 at 3:00 pm at Rees Funeral Home, Brady Chapel, 3781 Central Avenue, Lake Station, with Pastor David Nykamp officiating. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 2:00 pm until time of service at the funeral home. For more information, please call (219)962-1606. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.reesfuneralhomes.com