Debbie Allanson

Deborah Ann Allanson, lovingly known as Debbie, was born on October 4, 1961, in Richmond, California, to Karen Johnson and Roger Russ. She went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.

Debbie was a devoted wife to John Allanson, a loving daughter, and a deeply cherished mother to her two children, Tony and Tiffany. She was the proud and adoring grandma to Junior, Koren, Gabriella, Tony Jr., Arianna, Bella, and Liliana, and a great-grandma to Kayden, who brought her so much joy. She was also an aunt to her one and only niece, Elise. She was preceded in death by her brother, Michael Russ.

Debbie lived in California for most of her life, where she built deep roots, lifelong friendships, and countless memories with family she loved dearly. For the last six years, she and John lived in Tennessee. While she wasn’t able to be physically close to family there, Debbie had a special gift for connection and was able to establish some truly amazing friends—friends she considered family. She loved life’s slower pace and enjoyed the beauty of all four seasons.

Family was everything to Debbie. She loved fiercely and openly, and if you knew her, you felt it. Debbie loved everyone—there were no strangers, only friends she hadn’t met yet. She was truly the life of the party, always laughing, always dancing, and always bringing light into every room she entered.

She loved her oldies and never missed a chance to dance, right up until her final days. Music lived in her soul. Debbie loved hard, lived fully, and left a lasting mark on every heart she touched.

She will be deeply missed by so many. While our hearts grieve, we find peace knowing she is now free from pain and resting in the presence of Jesus—most likely dancing to Earth, Wind & Fire, just like she always did.

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at New Bethel Baptist Church located at 8640 Harrison Bay Road in Harrison at 1:00PM on Saturday, January 10, 2026.

“He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”

— Revelation 21:4