Deborah Zueck

Deborah D. “Debbie” Zueck, 70 of Taylorville, passed away on Monday, August 31, 2026, in her home. She was born on September 12, 1955, in Hillsboro, the daughter of John and Wilma (Smalley) Sides. She married Steven R. Zueck on March 29, 1980, in Nokomis. Debbie worked at Sangamon Card Company until its closure and then went to work for several years at Taylorville Memorial Hospital where she proudly served her coworkers and community the delicious meals she created. Debbie was a talented baker and cook who brought joy to others through the many delicious meals and treats she prepared. She had a special love for animals, especially dogs and cats, and is survived by her beloved dog, Ollie. Above all, Debbie treasured the time she spent with her family and especially cherished making memories with her grandchildren, who brought great love and happiness to her life.

She is survived by her husband: Steve Zueck of Taylorville; children: Joe Zueck (Kristen) of Senoia, Georgia, Chad Zueck (Marla) of Taylorville, and Jenna Zueck (Randall) of Taylorville; grandchildren: Caroline Zueck and Henry Zueck of Senoia, Georgia, Austin Zueck of Greenville, South Carolina, Gracie Zueck of Macon, Georgia, and Grayson, Memphis, Aubrey, and Denver of Taylorville; great grandchildren: Marley, Jackson, and William; siblings: Connie Flaherty (Bob) of Taylorville, Barry Sides of Taylorville, Debra Loveless of Taylorville, Joyce Trout of Malden, Missouri, and Gerlinda Johnson (Jerry) of Taylorville; several nieces and nephews; and special friends Rick Purtilar of Taylorville, Kay Cook of Nokomis, and Joshua Goodrich (Grayson’s Dad) of Decatur. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother: Ronald “Butch” Sides, and nephew: Chris Flaherty.

Debbie will be cremated and her family will host a celebration of life on Debbie’s birthday, Saturday, September 12, from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. in the Upper Room at Calvary Baptist Church in Taylorville. Inurnment will take place at Camp Butler National Cemetery at a later date. Memorials may be made to Christian County Animal Control or Calvary Baptist Church in Taylorville. McClure Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Taylorville is assisting the family with arrangements.