Debra Renea Manning-Brooks, 38, of Memphis, Tenn., passed away at Saint Francis Hospital on Aug. 3, 2024. Born April 13, 1986, in Osceola, she was the daughter of the late Willie Manning and Ms. Janie McLaurin.
Debra is survived by her husband, Danielle Brooks, and their children Terry Gentry, Xzaibrelle Brooks, Asia Gentry, Daibrelle Brooks and Ju’Laiashan Spears. She also leaves behind her mother and stepfather, Janie Mae and Louis Baker; her brother, Michael Manning; and four grandchildren, Kevin Taylor Jr., Essence Williams, Ke’Myla Taylor and Jo’Aira Bogan.
She was preceded in death by her father, Willie D. Manning; brothers, Willie Manning and Dewayne Manning; and two grandchildren, Jo’Marilah Newmy and Jaylon Bogan.
Debra was a member of Bethlehem M.B. Church in Osceola.
Her life will be honored with a visitation on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 9-10 a.m. at Bethlehem M.B. Church, followed by a funeral service at 10 a.m., with Dr. Moses Black officiating. The committal will follow in Whiteside Cemetery.
Wilson Funeral Home of Osceola is overseeing the arrangements, ensuring Debra is remembered with dignity and love.