Debra Lynn Florence

January 8, 1952 - August 5, 2021

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Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory

Saturday 8/14, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Debra was born on January 8, 1952 in Brawley, California to Ruthie Morris Holiedy and Grover Ray Holiedy. She passed peacefully at home with her devoted husband, Lee by her side. Lee and Debra were married for thirty-three years, tying the knot on October 1, 1988.

Debra is preceded in death by her parents, Ruthie and Ray Holiedy and a brother, Danny (Doc) Holiedy.

Those left to treasure her memory are her husband, Lee; brother, Dennis Holiedy (Teresa); her younger sister, Shawna Bennet (Dwight) and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Debra lived a full, exciting life. She raced dune buggies in Southern California, lived in Oregon, served in the Air Force and was stationed in Alaska. She also lived in England and traveled extensively in Europe. Debra was a masterful seamstress. She could also fix things around the house, something her husband deeply appreciated. Debra was outgoing and gave generously of herself to others. Her greatest achievements were shared with her extended family in AA. Her legacy of kindness, compassion, and humility will live on to inspire others. Debra was a precious friend to the many who loved her. She was a special wife, sister, sister-in-law, and aunt. Her legacy of grace and love will endure.

The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to Hospice of Midland. The family would also like to express their deep gratitude to Mary Henson, Mary Jackson, Shawna Bennet, and Kim Pool who were instrumental in being there for Lee and Debra. Their loving kindness and sacrifice cannot be expressed in words. The family would also like to express their thanks to all of those who called or came by or sent cards.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Midland or Mesa Verde Animal Clinic.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences many be made at www.npwelch.com.

Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory

Saturday 8/14, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Debra Lynn Florence, age 69, of Midland, Texas passed away on August 5, 2021. A visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 14, 2021 at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory. Debra was born on January 8, 1952 in Brawley, California to Ruthie Morris Holiedy and Grover RayContinue Reading

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Deb, you were a good friend. I will miss our talks. I am a stronger person after knowing you and I thank you for being there for me. RIP

Lee-I'm so sorry to learn of your loss. Please know that I'm sending love and prayers and am hugging you know.

I feel her gone at our meeting. The chair is empty but my memories of her will be here in my heart. Thank you Ms DEB for being authentic and forthright with her shares!!!

“The Deb” you are loved and will be dearly missed.

BABS - my personal nickname for her At her celebration of life about a month ago we were able to sit around her and go around and say to her, while she was beginning her transition into the 4th dimension, we were able to express gratitude to her in person about how she touched our life. Some of the things we remember that were said Also, she had things all around her house that were quotes and saying of things in the program, that she gave her life to…. - Thank you for saving my life, - She told one girl to dress-like a lady - It’s not about saving lives it’s about getting someone sober, so they can save their own life - When you come to a fork in the road, take the fork - Every hardship of this journey has fallen away I can’t even remember them right now - Someone said I wish I had spent more time with you, she said “your loss” - “It’s not happening to you it’s happening around you” - Life is full of experiments, for some reason this is what you need to learn right now - Being able to just sit and not talk - Thank you for letting me be here, with heroes - Thank you for saving my mom - You are showing us how to do it - You left and came back - Anytime someone called on Deb, she had no idea what she would say - Your going to do service work, - Most things just wouldn’t be appropriate for funeral, lol - She showed up for every event - Write it down - Lee has been an angel - A privilege to be loving you thru your transition and in contrast the story about a person who died alone only to be identified by her hip replacement in contrast to the one who died surrounded by love amd support in a group of people who wouldn’t normally mix - She directed that picture pose, she told the photographer how exactly she wanted the beautiful picture with Lee - Double efforts when things are good - Help me ronda, help, help, me Rhonda - It’s good, this too shall pass - One of my personal favorites that sums her personality up, her answering machine said, “ if you are calling because you want to stop drinking leave a massage for Deb.. If you are calling to order a bottle of wine leave a message for lee” - If I miss quoted anything sorry but hope you get the gist, which is she made a difference!
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