The Life of Mildred Debro, 88

Mother Mildred Debro, affectionately known as "Bit" was born November 7, 1927, in Northampton County, North Carolina to the late Lula Blowe Debro and William Henry Debro.

The youngest of five children, she was preceded in death by her siblings: John, her twin brother, Millard "Bud", Pecolia, and Eugene.

Mildred received her formal education from the Northampton County Public Schools.

At an early age, Mildred confessed faith in Christ and was baptized into membership at First Baptist Church, Halifax, NC. She attended Sunday School faithfully while her health permitted and she sang beautifully in the Senior Choir. In honor of her faithfulness, First Baptist Church installed her as a "Mother of the Church."

Mildred was a hardworker who made many friends along the way. She began her work career at the Convalescent Rest Home in Halifax, NC. She was later employed by the New Yorker Motel. In 1993, she retired from Horne's Motel in Roanoke Rapids, NC after many years of employment.

Blessed with a beautiful voice, Mildred loved to sing praises to the Lord. She always sang at home while doing her chores. At her job, she was known for singing her heart out; especially one of her favorite songs, "Remind Me Dear Lord." She was also a member of the Carrie Harrison Singers.

Mildred departed this life peacefully on Friday, September 16, 2016 at Signature Care Healthcare of Roanoke Rapids, NC.

Precious memories of her life are cherished by her Daughters: Doris Young and husband Jonnifur of Hyattsville, MD., Deloris Harrison and husband Cornelius of Enfield, NC, Vanessa Davis and husband Blonza of Goldsboro, NC and Tina Debro of Roanoke Rapids, NC; Ten Grandchildren: Corey Young, Anthony Debro, Deidre Hunt, Jermond Debro,
Darrin Debro, Troy Debro, Darrius Massenburg, Candice Harrison, Lamont Debro, and Tevin Harrison; Seventeen Great-Grandchildren, a special great-niece Cezette Turner Williams and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, Church Family and friends.

There will be a private immediate family viewing at the funeral parlor Saturday, September 24, 2016 at 12:30 PM and a public viewing from 1 to 6 PM.

Floral Attendants will be nieces and friends. Pall Bearers will be Troy Debro, Lamont Debro, Anthony Debro, Darrius Massenburg, David Jordan and Corey Young.

This family will meet and line up from the home place the day of the funeral: 633 Reese Store Road, Halifax, NC.

The Family will be receiving relatives, friends and family at the residence of Mrs. Tina Debro Williams, 2024 Rebecca St., Roanoke Rapids, NC daily from 4 to 6 PM.

Mildred Debro rests in the comfort of Coleman Funeral Home & Staff...Service That Is Distinctive But Not Expensive...Because WE Care...