Debra J. Rourke, 71, passed away Thursday, April 18, 2024. She was born September 23, 1952 to the late Willard and Alice Ward. Debra was an avid gardener and loved her plants. She enjoyed going to garage sales and always loved a good deal. Debra enjoyed listening to music, specifically the Michael Stanley Band and Cher. Most importantly Debra cherished the time she spent with her daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her twin sister, Pamela Durell and brother, Allen Ward. Debra is survived by her daughters, Melissa Ward and Alicia Rourke; grandchildren, Nerissa and Cathan; great-grandchildren, NerVonte, JaiVeonte, DeAunte, NyJon and twin great-grandchildren on the way; also brothers, Brian Ward and Michael Conrad. A special thanks to brother-in-law, Alan, and niece, Deanna, for the extra care and kindness shown over the past couple of years.
Funeral Services will be held FRIDAY, April 26, 2024, 5:00pm at the Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home, 624 Cherry St. E. (Rt. 93) Canal Fulton. Visitation Friday from 3pm to 5pm prior to the service.
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