Debra Long Obituary
Debra Lynne {Shaulis} Long, 72, of Springfield Township, passed away on September 30, 2025. She was born in Akron on March 3, 1953 to the late Ernest and Victoria {Stern} Shaulis.
In addition to her parents, Debbie Lynne was preceded in death by her brother Ronald D. Shaulis.
Debbie Lynne is survived by her loving son, Brian (Amy) Jenkins; sister Sandra (Steven) Styer; sister-in-law Martha Shaulis of Mississippi; longtime companion Louis McDade.
Debbie Lynne was a beloved country music singer who made a lasting impact on the local music scene.
Private services will be held for Debbie Lynne's family, and she will be laid to rest at Greenlawn Memorial Park. To share a memory of Debbie Lynne or leave a special message for her family, visit the guest book below.
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