Debra Jean Sullivan, of the Grantham community passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2023.

A graveside service will be held Monday, September 18, 2023 at 11 a.m. at Wayne Memorial Park in Dudley.  The family will receive friends following the service.

Debra was born in Wayne County on October 21, 1960 to the late Gene and Yvonne Lupton Sullivan. 

She is survived by her sister, Teresa Tyner of Princeton and fiancé, Jeff Lies; one brother, Braston Sullivan and wife, April of Clinton; her nieces, Beth Faircloth and husband, Toby of Grantham and Mackenzie Sullivan of Florida; her nephew, Brandon Sullivan of Clinton; her great-niece and great-nephews, Bailee, Trey and Gavin Faircloth; and Debra’s special friend, Bobby.

In addition to her parents, Debra was preceded in death by her brother, Tony Sullivan.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Gentiva Hospice for their care given to Debra, especially to Nikki and Linda.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Gentiva Hospice, 2309 Wayne Memorial Drive, Goldsboro, NC 27534.

The family is in the care of Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro.