Debra Jean Moore

Debra Jean Moore, a beloved daughter, sister, and aunt, passed away at NMMC in Tupelo, MS on November 3, 2026, at the age of 68. Born on February 8, 1958, in Vardaman, MS, Debra was the daughter of Robert and Nelda Moore. She graduated from Chickasaw Academy in 1976 and later earned an Associate's Degree from Itawamba Community College.

For many years, Debra served as an office manager at the New Albany Women's Clinic, where she worked diligently under Dr. David William. She was known for her dedication to her role and her compassionate care for the patients she served.

Debra was a devoted member of Friendship Baptist Church, although she cherished her time attending Glenfield Baptist Church during her years in New Albany, where she made many special friends. Her church family was an important part of her life, and she found joy in her faith and community.

Debra loved to read and spend time with her family, especially her niece, Cathryn Johnson; her nephew, Collin Moore; her great-niece, Jolie Johnson; and great-nephew, Trace Johnson.

Debra is survived by her loving parents, Kenneth Moore and Nelda Spencer Moore of Houston, MS; her brother Dewitt Moore and his wife Suzanne of Houston, MS; as well as her cherished niece, Cathryn (Hugh) Johnson of Louisville, MS; and nephew, Collin Moore (Anna Beth Lucius) of Houston, MS; great-niece, Jolie Johnson of Louisville, MS; and great-nephew, Trace Johnson of Louisville, MS.

The family invites friends and loved ones to celebrate Debra's life, visitation will be held at Friendship Baptist Church in Houston, MS on Thursday, November 5, 2026, from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM, followed by a funeral service at 3:00 PM with Bro. David Poynor and Bro. Greg Moss officiating. Debra will be laid to rest at Ellzey Cemetery following the service. Serving as pallbearers are Bubby Moore, Jerry Moore, Terry Moore, Wayne Moore, Greg Pettit, Stacy Pettit, Brad Spencer, and Hunter Spencer. Honorary pallbearers will include Carroll Kirkpatrick, Ty Long, Danny Moore, Jeff Moore, Thomas Moore, Bobby Sanford, Justin Spencer, Patrick Pettit, and Zach Pettit.

Debra was preceded in death by her grandparents, Robert and Ruth Moore, Raymond and Annie Ree Spencer, and Lorene Fleming Spencer.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Ellzey Cemetery Fund.

C/O Jackie Suggs
242 CR 451
Houston, MS 38851

The staff of Parker Memorial Funeral Home is honored to be of service to the Moore family in their time of need.