Debra Ellen Johnson

Debra Ellen Johnson obituary, Buford, GA

Debra Ellen Johnson

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Debra Johnson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Flanigan Funeral Home & Crematory on Nov. 6, 2025.

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August 31, 1956 – November 4, 2025
Mrs. Debra Ellen Johnson, age 69, of Dacula, Georgia passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025. She was born on August 31, 1956 in Marion County, Indiana, to the late William and Virginia Collier.
Debra was a woman of warmth, strength, and compassion whose joyful spirit touched the lives of all who knew her. She was the devoted wife of Mr. Richard Johnson, with whom she shared 49 years of marriage, and the loving mother of Melissa Elliott-Bryant and her husband, James Elliot; Amy Johnson; and Jason Johnson.
She was the proud and devoted grandmother to six grandchildren and a great grand-grandmother to two, with two more great-grandchildren expected. Debra is also survived by her brother, Buddy Collier, as well as her beloved niece, Delilah, and nephew, Stephen. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her twin sister, Denise, older brother, Steve, as well as her son, Jason.
Debra found great job in spending time with her family, crafting, visiting casinos, and discovering treasures in thrift stores. Her kindness, sense of humor, and love of life will be remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Her legacy is one of love, laughter, and devotion. Debra's presence brought light and happiness to those around her, and her memory will forever remain a source of comfort and inspiration to her family and friends.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, November 9, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Flanigan Funeral Home in Buford, Georgia.
A Graveside Service will be held on November 15, 2025 at Lincoln Memory Gardens in Whitestown, Indiana. There will be a time of visitation in Indiana on November 14 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Feeney-Hornak Shadeland Mortuary in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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Upcoming Events

Nov

9

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Flanigan Funeral Home

4400 South Lee Street, Buford, GA 30518

Send Flowers

Nov

15

Graveside service

Lincoln Memory Gardens

Whitestown

Send Flowers

Only 2 days left for delivery to next service.