Rev. Debra Alice Sylvia Quilling-Smith

Mrs Debra was my pastor growing up and like a second mother to me. I will never forget her word and her voice while singing after giving the sermon. She was truly a wonderful person inside and out. Get your rest Mrs Debra, we will see you again.

An absolutely beautiful soul. I shall never forget her kindness, mentoring, and presence... and singing in the clergy choir. For all the saints, who from their labor rest.

A lovely person in every way, garmented in light and joy from her own inner beauty, so many gifts, so much talent, a friend for all the times of life.

An absolutely wonderful gem of a person. A mentor and friend who shared the love of God throughout her life. A woman after God´s own heart. Rest well, Debra.

Debra was a dear childhood friend as was her entire family to mine. We shared some good times growing up, and I always admired her for her many talents and accomplishments. Her vivaciousness was contagious. I loved spending time in her family home. Everyone made guests feel so special.

Debra placed her Charge Conference in my former church upon retirement from the SC Conference. She participated in the Baptism of my youngest granddaughter. I will never forget her smile and her unbelievable talents, voice, affirmation, and preaching. She will be missed. This All Saints will be bittersweet as well as joyful!

My Residency mentor and friend! She was a pioneer in the SC Conference of United Methodism. She endured much for the sake of God´s call. May you find sweet rest and lasting peace. Thank you for paving the way...