DALLAS - Debra Wood Smith, 58, passed away Feb. 11, 2013, after a long illness.
She was born Dec. 10, 1954, in Gaston County to Dan and Joyce Hendricks Wood. Debra was a loving mother, devoted wife and grandmother.
Debra is survived by her husband, Grady Smith of Dallas; son, Jason Carpenter (Jennifer) of Iron Station; daughter, Amber Carpenter of Dallas; father, Dan Wood of Gastonia; grandson, Hunter Boyd.
Debra was preceded in death by her mother, Joyce Lindberg and grandparents, John and Louise Hendricks.
A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday at Dallas Funeral Home.
Burial will be at Gaston Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be made at: www.carothersfuneralhomedallas.com.
Dallas Funeral Home is serving the Smith family.
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Jason and Amber, your mother and I were close friends in the 9th grade at Hunter Huss High. She had the greatest sense of humor and a heart of gold. I used to spend weekends with her at your grandparents. I am so saddened by her leaving your family so soon. May you always have wonderful memories of her just like I do. May God's arms of peace surround you.
Carol Stevenson-Shved
February 16, 2013
Dan Wood and Smith Family:So sorry for the loss of Debbie.I remember her as a little girl,so sweet.Prayers for families and friends.God bless you all.
Drennan Strickland
February 14, 2013
Dear Grady and Family,
I'm so sorry to hear about Debbie. I know she has struggled for a long time. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Diane Whetstine
February 14, 2013
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