Graveside service for Mrs. Deborah “Debbie” Diane Crabtree, age 68 of Petersburg, will be conducted at 2 PM on Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at Wright’s Cemetery with Bro. Tommy Graham officiating. There will be no visitation with the family prior to the service.
Debbie was born on June 27, 1952 in Lincoln County, TN to the late Betty Morton Carpenter. She was a member of the McBurg First Baptist Church where she loved her church family very much. Debbie retired from Goodman Manufacturing as an assembler.
Debbie is survived by her husband Ronnie Crabtree of Petersburg; daughters, Christy Gleghorn and Camille (Melvin) Gleghorn, both of Petersburg; grandchildren, Kelly Gleghorn (Nathan Fuller), Garrett (Jenny) Gleghorn, and Caleb Gleghorn all of Petersburg, brothers, Dale Winsett of Fayetteville and Terry Winsett of Madison, AL; and aunts, Reba Stubblefield and Faye Wicks. She was preceded in death by her parents, Betty and Glen Carpenter; brother, Gary Winsett; and son-in-law, Terry Gleghorn.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Riverside Christian Academy, 116 Riverside Lane, Fayetteville, TN 37334 or McBurg First Baptist Church, 353 McBurg Dellrose Road, Dellrose, TN 38453.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Deborah Diane Crabtree.
20 Comments To "Deborah “Debbie” Diane Crabtree"
#1 Comment By Treva Buntley On November 30, 2020 @ 11:29 am
Christy you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I lost my Dad on November 2nd so I know the pain you are feeling. Your mother was a very nice lady.
#2 Comment By Travis Creasy On November 30, 2020 @ 11:34 am
A wonderful lady with a wonderful family. What a legacy she has left for all to be blessed by.
#3 Comment By Cindy Gentry On November 30, 2020 @ 12:07 pm
I am so sorry to hear about Debbie. She was one of the kindest people I have ever met. Sending prayers to the family.
#4 Comment By Nancy woods On November 30, 2020 @ 12:15 pm
So sorry to hear about your loss my prayers are with each and everyone of you
#5 Comment By Janice Davis On November 30, 2020 @ 12:29 pm
I loved Debbie so much. Everyone at Church loved her so much. She was our devorator, great singer and most of all friend. She will be missed. Christy and Camille and Kelly I know your hearts are broken because mine is too
#6 Comment By Debbie Gentry Miahnahri On November 30, 2020 @ 12:46 pm
Ronnie and family, I am so sorry to hear of Debbie’s passing. She was one of the nicest person and with such a loving heart. Please know we send our love and prayers.
#7 Comment By Judy Stafford On November 30, 2020 @ 2:13 pm
Ronnie,Christy, Camille and Family. I’m so sorry to hear about sweet Debbie.I have known her most of her life and she was always such a sweet, kind person.
My Prayers and thoughts are with you all.
With Love, Judy
#8 Comment By Jimmy and Janice Towry On November 30, 2020 @ 2:27 pm
Prayers offered on behalf of the family in the loss of your loved one.
She was a sweet lady and always had a smile.
She will be missed.
#9 Comment By Brenda Burns On November 30, 2020 @ 2:56 pm
Christy ,Camille ,grandchildren, her friends and Family of the McBurg Baptist and Community .We are so Sorry about the passing of Debbie,such an awesome lady with a Beuatiful Voice and a passion for life.She always had a smile and was Loved and will be missed.Heaven has gained another Angel . Prayers and Love to you all …. Brenda & Joe Burns and Mattie Mae and Clay Sawyer
#10 Comment By Brenda Burns On November 30, 2020 @ 3:00 pm
Ronnie ,I didn’t leave you out .I wanted you to know ,Debbie was a one of a Kind. A Loving Lady that had so much compassion for her Family and Church Family and Community.A Beautiful Voice that could leave you in tears.She wore a smile each time I saw her and I know she will be missed.God Bless you and your Family and I know she is singing in Heaven with Betty and Glenn and Gary and Terry. Love to you ..Brenda Burns
#11 Comment By Dianne Cashion Sumruld On November 30, 2020 @ 3:35 pm
I am so sad to hear of Debbie’s passing. I automatically am reminded of having the privilege of having her in class at Boonshill. The memories are of one that was always kind sweet and with a smile. My heart goes out to Ronnie, Christy, Camille and all the grandchildren.
#12 Comment By Ray and Doris Honea Family On November 30, 2020 @ 4:56 pm
So very Sorry for The Loss of Debbie.She always wore that Beautiful Smile..Worked with her and her Daughter at Goodman. LOVED her Mother And Step Dad Betty and Glen Carpenter .Praying for all of The Family..Love you all 😇😇😥😥The Ray and Doris Honea Family
#13 Comment By Katie Womack On November 30, 2020 @ 5:01 pm
Christy: God bless you & your family during this very difficult time. Your mom was so sweet & pretty. I know you will miss her so much.
#14 Comment By Phillip and Diane (Spray) Knowles On November 30, 2020 @ 5:51 pm
Ronnie,Christy,Camille and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Debbie. I saw her about 3 months ago and we talked for a little bit. She always had a sweet smile on her face. Heaven has gained a new angel. May God comfort you all during this most difficult time and times to come
Phillip and Diane(Spray) Knowles
#15 Comment By Judy Steelman On November 30, 2020 @ 11:28 pm
Camille, thinking of you. I am so sorry. Prayers for all of you. Debbie was so sweet. Love you
#16 Comment By Mark Moore On December 1, 2020 @ 8:03 am
So sorry to hear this Ronnie! We will be thinking about y’all!
#17 Comment By Felicia Sons On December 1, 2020 @ 12:51 pm
So sorry Christy and family!Debbie was a sweet and was a great person worked with her many of years!My prayers are with you and your family.
#18 Comment By Mildred Mcnatt On December 1, 2020 @ 9:32 pm
Debbie was a wonderful person. Always sweet and kind. She will be missed. RIP
#19 Comment By Patricia Whitaker On December 2, 2020 @ 6:07 pm
To the Crabtree family Debbie was senior of 1970 very sweet lady
#20 Comment By Gerald and Wanda Scott On December 2, 2020 @ 7:39 pm
I am so sorry to hear about Debbie!! She was a Beautiful Lady inside and out! God bless the Family with Comfort and Peace In the Days to Come!🙏💖🙏