Debra Francies Obituary
She was preceded in death by her parents, Thelma Smith Brown and Fenton "Buck" Brown of Ann Arbor, Michigan.
She is survived by her husband and partner of 45 years, Gary, and her daughter, Kaylen, both of Asheville, North Carolina.
Debra worked in financial services and insurance for over 35 years in Asheville.
Per her wishes, she will be cremated and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Arrangements are in care of:
Groce Funeral Home, 1401 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28808
Phone: 828-252-3535
Website: www.grocefuneralhome.com
Memorials may be made to Bullington Gardens, 95 Upper Red Oak Trail, Hendersonville, NC 28792, or to Brother Wolf Animal Rescue, 31 Glendale Ave., Asheville, NC 28803.
"There is always hope". - Debbie
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Jackie Holley
November 1, 2023
I'm so sorry to here this. I know you are no longer in pain. May you rest in peace.
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