Debra Holder Obituary
Debbie was preceded in death by her parents, Odis and Mamie Sherrille; her husband, Johnny Holder; her brothers, Joe Sherrille and Glen Sherrille; great-grandson, Trevor Christman and her sister, Connie Saxon.
She is survived by her sister, Linda Gerard; her son, Jason (Cary) Fortenberry; and her stepson, Darrell Holder; and stepdaughter, Johnna Sue Holder Tillery; grandchildren, Dakota, Jaidyn, Beau, Gage, Blant, Allen, Joey, Hope, Gene, James, and Amber; many great grandchildren and host of nieces and nephews and friends.
Born on February 6,1957 in Dumas, Arkansas Debbie was known for her smile and heart. She loved everyone she met and was a devoted mother and grandmother. To know her was truly to love her.
Pallbearers are Jason Fortenberry, Dakota Fortenberry, Beau Cockman, Gage Cockman, Conner Tillery, and Damen Brown.
Honorary Pallbearers are Darrell Holder, Blant Tillery, Alen Tillery, James Christman, Gene Holder, Joey Smith, and Trevor Tillery.
Visitation will be on Thursday, February 5 from 1-2PM with a Celebration of her life to follow at 2PM at Caruth Village Funeral Home located at 4623 North Highway 7 in Hot Springs Village.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Gary & Betty Patterson
January 29, 2026
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