Debbie Ann Burke

1955 - 2026

Debbie Ann Burke obituary, 1955-2026, Kingsport, TN

Debbie Ann Burke

1955 - 2026

BORN

1955

DIED

2026

Debbie Burke Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 28, 2026.
Debbie Ann Burke, 71, of Kingsport, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 after a short battle with lung cancer. She passed peacefully while surrounded in love after a life defined by strength, sacrifice, and unwavering devotion to her family. Debbie was an adored wife, mother, Mimi, sister, and friend who loved deeply and fully.

Those left to cherish Debbie's legacy are her husband of 48 years, Charles W. Burke; two daughters, Summer Burke, and Brittany Watson and husband Rob; grandchildren, Reagan, Dylan, and Brynn Watson; sister, Lisa Sims; brother-in-law, David Burke and wife Jane; nephews, Joel Burke and wife Julie, Logan Sims; nieces, Aimee Burke, and Shelley Hunley and husband Blake; great nieces and great nephews; along with many special friends and extended family.

Her family plans to host a celebration of life to honor their beloved wife and mother later in the year. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation be made to the charity of your choice.

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