Debra Woodyard

1955 - 2025

Debra Woodyard

May 2, 1955 - October 31, 2025

Debra Woodyard, age 70, of Fort Chiswell, passed away peacefully in her home on October 31, 2025. She was born May 2, 1955, the daughter of the late Thedore Jr. and Elizabeth Turner.

Debra was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Danny Turner and Lou Turner.

Debra is survived by her husband of 54 years, James Woodyard and their children, Cassandra Woodyard and Joey Woodyard. Three grandchildren, Allie Weaver, Lindsey Weaver, and Logan Thomas. Four great-grandchildren, Hunter, Asher, Connor, and Benjamin. Four brothers and two sisters, "Bull" Larry Turner, Martha Sawyers of Fort Chiswell, Randy Turner of Ivanhoe, Lynn Turner and Jimmy Sonner of Piney, Ted Turner and Donna Turner, Jamie and Cindi Turner of Fort Chiswell. Sister-in-law, Waverline Kerns, brother-in-law, Paul Woodyard, sister-in-law, Jodie and Mike Wheeler. She will be greatly missed by many nieces and nephews.

Debra was more than just a wife, mother, sister, and Nannie. She was a business owner for many years before retiring. She crafted beautiful flowers for those in the community and fine collectibles. She was a member of the Body of Christ Church in Pilot Mountain, N.C. She showed the love of Jesus to anyone who crossed her path. From her business, to meeting a new friend, no one was a stranger. We were all so blessed to have her. Our hearts rejoice in knowing where she is, but she will be greatly missed.

Please join us for her Celebration of Life Service, this Sunday, November 9th, at MT. Zion fellowship hall in Piney, Va. Her nephew, Josh Turner, will be officiating the service. The family will be receiving guests at 1 p.m. and service begins at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that family and friends bring a dish, for the reception to follow. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.grubbfuneralhome.com. Obituary is a courtesy of Grubb Funeral Home.

Grubb Funeral Home

PO Box 702 Wytheville, VA 24382