Debra Okma died peacefully in her sleep on September 7, 2022. She was 69 years old.

Debra leaves behind her siblings Carol Sweetman and her husband Glenn, Eleanor Barber and her husband Bill, Louis Okma and his wife Linda, and Lambert Okma and his wife Lynn. She also leaves eleven nieces and nephews and 13 great nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her father Clarence and mother Jeanette.

Debra worked for The Valley Hospital for over forty years, a position that meant a great deal to her. Since retiring Debra enjoyed her down time and was a huge fan of classic television and movies.

A graveside service will be held privately by the family.