Debbie Marie Hill Apple, 70, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, November 9, 2025. She was born on July 24, 1955, in Alamance County to the late Clarence Stultz “Sambo” and Doris Hill Stultz. Debbie was married to the love of her life, Ervin Gerald Apple, for 22 years.
Debbie was employed at Penn National Insurance for many years and retired from Guilford County. She was a member of The Way Church in Whitsett and had an undeniable love for Jesus Christ. She had many hobbies including photography, arts and crafts, gardening, and exploring nature. Debbie especially enjoyed cooking and baking for others.
She is survived by her sister, Pamela Boggs; Granddaughter, Cheyenne Loftis, her husband Bryson Loftis and great grandson, Weston Loftis; Stepdaughter, Emily Kloepping, her husband Kris Kloepping; Four-legged best friend, Gunner Apple.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence Stultz “Sambo” and Doris Hill Stultz; her husband Ervin Gerald Apple; her son, Michael Chad Foster.
A celebration of life service will be held at 1 pm on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Urgent Church by Pastor Matthew Clapp.
Debbie would like to give a special thank you to the ones who took the time to take care of her when she needed it the most. Tracie Lancaster, Jennifer Fogleman, and Penny Gray.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Way Church, 580 NC-100, Whitsett, NC 27377.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.


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