Marshall "Bootie" DeBree

Marshall "Bootie" DeBree obituary, Louisville, KY

Marshall "Bootie" DeBree

Marshall "Bootie" DeBree Obituary

Marshall "Bootie" DeBree, 56, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. 

Marshall was known by his own style and swag. He was the cool kid on the block that will be remembered by many. He lived life by his way, by his rules but always respectful. He loved and knew the lord. 

He was born on July 20, 1968 in Louisville, Kentucky to Roland Smith and Lena (Morris) Henderson. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his brothers, Louis Allison, and James Morris.

Marshall is survived by his loving daughters, Rashawnna Nelson, Asia Kyer, brother, Charles Morris, sisters, Brenda Morris, DeLisa DeBree, Rochelle Burton, grandsons, Geoni Redmond, Jalen Johnson, granddaughters, De'Asia Johnson, Arielle Smith, and Ariah Smith along with many cousins, nieces and nephews who will cherish his loving memory forever. 

The family requests that contributions in Marshall’s memory be made to the family. Please visit the gofundme link below.

John 13:34

Love one another as I have loved you. 

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