Deborah Herr Obituary

Deborah "Debb" Herr

Deborah A. "Debb" Herr, 68, passed away Thursday, Aug. 10, 2023, at her residence.

Debb was born Sept. 24, 1954, in Bluffton, to Millard and Julia (Burns) Herr, who preceded her in death.

Debb was a 1972 graduate of Bluffton High School and attended Bluffton College. She worked for ODOT for over 36 years where she was a union steward. Debb was a talented cellist for Lima Symphony Orchestra for many years and also taught private lessons for cello. She was passionate about music and assisted with the Bluffton Schools music programs. Debb was a poll worker for Allen County Board of Elections and enjoyed watching NFL football especially the Baltimore Ravens.

Debb's survivors include two daughters, Brandee (Mike) Wallace of Newburgh, Indiana, and Tiffany Pearson of Bluffton; four grandchildren, Arielle O'Neal, Zavier O'Neal, Brenden White, and Payton White; two sisters, Dorothy (Mel) Gingrich of Bluffton and Jane (Ray) Yoder of Louisville, Kentucky; and brother, Steven Herr of Harrod.

Debb's celebration of life will be 12 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, at Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Bluffton, with William Herr officiating. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery following the service. Visitation will be 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Bluffton Public Schools Music Program.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.