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1960
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2025
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Debbie Pruitt Obituary
She was born May 5, 1960, in Elizabethtown.
Debbie was the first black homecoming queen at East Hardin and she had a Master's in Divinity from Dallas Baptist University. She also was a member of Little Zion Baptist Church, where she spent her time ministering through Divine Intervention Appointments; she prayed with the homeless and provided financial gifts for individuals who fell on hard times. She absolutely loved her Lord and Savior and wanted to share with others about Him. Debbie was a proud grandmother and cherished her grandchildren deeply. She also enjoyed traveling, swimming and her Little Debbie cakes.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Elwood and Alice Phillips; a brother, Mike Phillips; and a sister, Margaret Durham.
Left to cherish her memory is her daughter, Chandra Gray (Jeremy); six grandchildren, James Caleb Jordan Briggs, Joshua Josiah Briggs, Adiah Tove' Gray, Makayla Gray, Zechariah Gray and Adonai Gray; and three siblings, John Robert Phillips (Dorothy), Edward Phillips and Mark Phillips (Joane).
A service to celebrate her life is at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 8, at Brown Funeral Home in Elizabethtown. Debbie will be buried privately at Little Zion Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the family at this time.
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Memories and Condolences
for Debbie Pruitt
6 Entries
Teresa Smith (Lynn)
April 30, 2025
Though Debbie and I went to elementary and high school together, we weren´t close, but she was always enthusiastic, seemed happy and had a cheerful outlook on life. I hate to learn that she passed away. Eternal Rest Grant Unto her O´Lord and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace.
Linda Smiley
March 4, 2025
I am in utter shock. Debbie was a good friend with a heart of gold. She will definitely be missed. Rest in Jesus arms.
Susan Rasmus
February 28, 2025
The dear lord has taken this angel from us to stand by his side. Ms Debbie was a god sent to our family during our hardest of times. RiP fine lady you will be missed.
Bettye Sue Lacey McKoy
February 27, 2025
My condolences to you in the passing of Debbie. Our families were friends back in the day in Glendale where life was simple, and troubles were few. May God bless and comfort you during this time of bereavement.
Teresa Lynn
February 26, 2025
May she rest in peace!
Michele Kasper
February 25, 2025
I´m so sorry to hear about Debbie. She was such a sweet and kind person and co-worker.
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Celebration of Life
1:00 p.m.
Brown Funeral Home - Elizabethtown306 College Street, Elizabethtown, KY 42701
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