Deborah Jane "Brookman" Hart

Deborah Jane "Brookman" Hart obituary

Deborah Jane "Brookman" Hart

Deborah Hart Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bartlett-Nichols Funeral Home on Aug. 27, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Deborah Jane (Brookman) Hart departed this earth on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at 71 years of age. Debbie was born August 30, 1953. She is survived by parents, Richard and Violet Wagoner of Tornado, WV; Siblings, Spouses, Pamela and Gary Clendenin of St. Albans, WV, Vickie and John Frietas of Nokomis, FL., and Lora and Ricky Rutledge of Tornado, WV, Joey Wagoner of Broomfield, CO and Lisa Watkins of St. Albans, WV. She is survived by her Ex-Husband and Special Friend, Henry Randy Hart; niece, and nephews, Samantha (Josh) Witt of Tornado, WV, Isaiah Elges, Alex, Justin and Brandon McCormick and Nicholas Watkins; great nieces and nephews, Jordyn and Kelsea Witt, Juno Elges and Hunter Witt. Debbie graduated from Buffalo (Putnam) High School in 1971, went to cosmetology school and became a cosmetologist. She owned her own salon for many years, was owner of the Hart 2 Hart Gift Shop in South Charleston, WV, then followed with a career as a successful realtor. She met many good friends during those years. Debbie had a warm and lively personality, she loved laughing and joking with her sister Lora. She spent many hours researching her genealogy and keeping her ancestors` history alive. Debbie enjoyed plants and flowers and had a "green thumb". She had an artistic flair in cooking, crafting and decorating that brought pleasure to many. She especially enjoyed gathering at her parents` home on Holidays to celebrate with the whole family. Debbie loved her family greatly and they loved her. She will be dearly missed. At her request, she will be cremated and there will be no service. You may visit Debbie's tribute page at BartlettNichols.com to share memories and condolences with the family. Bartlett-Nichols Funeral Home, locally owned and located 409 Sixth Ave., St. Albans, WV is honored to serve the Hart family.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Deborah's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Deborah Hart's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Deborah Hart's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?