Deborah Pernell

Ms. Deborah Pernell, age 58, passed from this life on Wednesday, August 14,  2019 at approximately 11:03 p.m. in Ft. Wayne, Indiana.

She was born on August 11, 1961, in Lima, Ohio to Fred Peoples and Mary (Russell) Pernell; both parents preceded her in death.

Ms. Pernell worked as a Care Provider at Easter Seal ARC.  She loved to play Bingo, cards and enjoy her family.  She loved her children and grandchildren tremendously.

She leaves to cherish her precious memory 2 sons; Taji J. Pernell and Tavaris L. Nichols both of Lima.  2 daughters; Candace C. Pernell and Cameron C. Pernell both of Lima. 10 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.   6 brothers; Billy Russell (Louida), Willie Pernell, Walter Peoples and Quincey Peoples all of Lima.  Fred Pernell of Ft. Wayne, IN and Fred Peoples of Columbus, OH.  7 sisters; Patricia Davis and Yvonna Hearns both of Ft. Wayne, IN.  Marilyn Bailey (John), Deborah Russell, Sheila Chitman and Diane Robinson all of Lima.  Wava Peoples of Akron, OH.  A Close companion: Sammie D. Carpenter of Lima.  A Goddaughter; Lashonda Ackles of Ft. Wayne, IN. A host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by a sister; Elnora Rose.

Home going services will be held on Friday, August 23, 2019 at 12:00 p.m. at New Life Christian Ministries with Elder John Holly officiating and Minister Shyquavious Gibson  eulogizing.

Visitation/Wake will be held Friday, August 23, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. until time of services also at the Church.

Interment  -  Woodlawn Cemetery -

Services entrusted to: JONES-CLARK FUNERAL HOME, INC.

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