Debra Jane Lea

Debra was an encouraging, joyful, happy friend. She went out of her way to give you a personal word of encouragement when you'd be least expecting it. I will always remember her beautiful smiling face. I can think of no time she wasn't wearing her smile.

I will always think fondly of our bunco games. It always amused me how serious you took the game and I believe, I amused you, if not annoyed you with fondness, by my lack of competitive nature and talkative hilarity.(wink wink)

You made me a beautiful quilt for my surprise,unborn daughter. Sending with it a note stating this was not made to be put away. It was made to be used to the fullest extent a baby blanket should be used for.You did not want it stored in a hope chest.
I grew up around quilters. I know the love in every fabric choice and each and every stitch.
I have honored her wishes. This blanket has been well served, well used, well washed and well loved. And once the childish things have been put away, this heirloom will be there to tenderly wrap them... in my hope chest.
Thank You Debra.
I am so sorry Pete.
Callie Kerr

Debra was an absolutely beautiful lady, through and through. I'll remember her always as a friend and co-worker.... She taught me with such patience and love. My thoughts and prayers to her mom and Pete.

Aunt Jean,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. If there is anything you need, PLEASE don't hesitate to ask.

All my love,

Erin

I will miss Debra! She and I have worked together at Commerce for a number of years. We worked out lots of processes together. It was fun to figure out together how we could handle a challenge.

Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Blessings
Vikki Dearing

I always enjoyed talking with Debra and was impressed with her knowledge and her unassuming attitude. She very kindly asked me to do a title opinion for her and I was thrilled by her confidence in me. I think it all worked out well. I was so proud at how much she was appreciated at the Department of Commerce! I think many of you know what I mean--the "powers that be" had to humbly ask her to return. I am still so happy about that. That was the up side of some difficult times. She was great and gracious. I am sad she has moved on.

Debra was always a joy to work with at the Oklahoma Department of Commerce. She was a go to person in Research and had a way to come up with useful and timely information. She was also serious about her quilting and was eager to show her work. She will truly be missed. May her spirit live on!