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Debra Derby-French
Debra Derby-French
Paragould, Ark.
Debra French quietly left this world Oct. 10, 2023. She was fiercely proud of her three children, Daneen Gimson, Kendra Lundy and William Derby. She was affectionately referred to as Grammy by her grandchildren, Drake, Landon, Katie, Anna, Max, Emily, Katie, Sarah, Ian and Kai. She also lovingly tormented her husband, Steve French.
In lieu of visitation there will be a Celebration of Life at Debra’s house in Paragould, Ark., on Saturday, Oct. 14, at 11 a.m.
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