March 3, 1959 – July 16, 2023
Debra Diana Brown, 64, Cicero, passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2023. Debra was born in Muncie, Ind., on March 3, 1959, to Robert “Bob” and Shelia (Slentz) Brown.
Debra was a member of the second graduating class of Jay County High School in 1977. She held several positions throughout her professional career but was currently working for Farrar Electrical as the Office Manager. Even though Debra battled medical issues throughout her life she would never let them affect her spirit, especially when it came to cooking. She thoroughly enjoyed being in the kitchen and cooking up a meal for her and Jacob. She was an avid fan of Barry Manilow. Her family was the most important thing in Debra’s life. She loved her son and the surrounding family. Family gatherings were always special to her. She will be missed by many.
Debra is survived by her son, Jacob Brown of Cicero; mother, Shelia Brown of Zionsville; sister, Julie (Stu) Brown-Kuchel of Cody, Wyo.; brother, Bob (Gail) Brown of Zionsville; and nieces and nephews.
Debra was preceded in death by her father, Robert “Bob” Brown.
Visitation for Debra will be from 3 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 30, 2023, at Hartley Funeral Home, 209 W. Jackson St., Cicero. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m. on Monday, July 31, 2023, at Hartley Funeral Home, Cicero, with Stephen Warner officiating. A burial will follow at Crown Land Cemetery in Noblesville.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association (diabetes.org/donate).
Online condolences can be given at hartleyfuneralhomes.com.