Debra Marie Gearhart

Debra Marie Gearhart, age 62, of Nottawa Twp, MI passed away on November 16, 2020 in Kalamazoo, MI. She was born on April 24, 1958 the daughter of James Bradford Sr. and Fern (Dingman) Anway in Sturgis, MI. Debra loved to collect antiques, gardening, and always took a lot of pictures. She had a big heart, fostered several children with her husband Steven and loved helping Steve’s mother around the house. She enjoyed her children and grandchildren with all of her heart and she loved spending time with them. She is preceded in her passing by her parents: James Bradford Sr. and Fern (Dingman) Anway; step-father: Allen Anway, and mother in-law: Johnny Mae Gearhart Left to cherish her loving memory is her loving husband: Steven Lee Gearhart; children: Adam Lee (Angela Weinberg) Marchand, Joshua Troy Marchand, Kayla Ann Marie Gearhart, and Kierra Ann Gearhart; step-children: Kiel (Steve) Gearhart-Lucas and Dale Lucas; siblings: Linda (Denny Gates) Bradford, Victoria (Larry Armstong) Bradford, and James Bradford; aunt: Jean Tullas and uncle: Ronald Bradford; brother in-law: Mike (Josephine) Gearhart; father in-law: Dale Gearhart; four grandchildren with the most recent addition Adam Lee Marchand Jr. born on November 8, 2020; several cousins; many special friends; and her pets: Jezzebell and Ruegger. In accordance with Debra’s wishes cremation has taken place and no public service will be held at this time. Memorial contributions may be made directed to The St. Joseph County Animal Rescue Fund, 1115 W Michigan Ave, Three Rivers, MI 49093. While at www.avinkcremation.com please take time to sign Debra’s guestbook by lighting a candle and/or sharing a memory with the family. The Gearhart family is being cared for by the Avink Funeral Home & Cremation Society, 129 South Grand, Schoolcraft, MI 49087 (269) 679-5622.