Debra F. Meikleham, 57, of Lemoyne Ave. in Syracuse died Friday at her home. Debra grew up in Colorado Springs and was the daughter of Joyce and the late Merle Park. She was an Air force veteran and attended Syracuse University where she received her Bachelor's degree in Dramatic Arts in 1977. She then taught theater production for more than 20 years at S.U. where she eventually received her Master's degree. She also worked for many years as a producer for the Salt City Playhouse and for Syracuse Stage. Debra also attended Rockefeller United Methodist Church in Syracuse.
Surviving are her son and his wife Jeremy & Neve Meikleham of Syracuse, her life partner Don North, her mother Joyce Doerrfel of CO, three brothers Mike Park of CO, Theodore Doerrfel of PA, Edward Doerrfel of MO and two granddaughters: Skyla and Jazzel.
Calling hours will be Tuesday from 4-7pm at Krueger Funeral Home, 2619 Brewerton Road, Mattydale. Funeral services will follow at 7 pm at the funeral home with military honors.