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Debra DeAnn Wagner Beaver

Debra Beaver Obituary

Debra DeAnn Wagner Beaver, 56, passed away Thursday, Jan. 5 in Overland Park, Kan. A successful working mother who immensely enjoyed her family, her friends and her career, Debbie was born Aug. 20, 1955, in Tahlequah, Okla., to John Dee and Patricia Ann Mills. She moved to Kansas with her father and graduated from Bonner Springs High School with the class of 1973. Following graduation from the University of Kansas in 1977, Debbie pursued a career in in-home health care and continued on that career path throughout her life, most recently as an account manager with Walgreens Infusion Services. She was a member of the Kansas City Regional Home Care Association, a group that works closely with statewide and national associations to advocate for home care patients regarding issues that both benefit and protect them. A member of the Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, Kan. since 2008, Debbie regularly attended services, in addition to volunteering with Matthews Ministry, which is the Church of the Resurrections awareness, outreach and support ministry for persons with special needs and their families. Debbie is preceded in death by her grandparents, Roy and Nancy Etta Mills and Tom and Kathleen Ward. She is survived by her two sons, John Travis (J.T.) and Ross Wagner, her parents, her brother, John Charles Mills and her sisters, Sun Dee Mills Larson and Kay Cee Mills. A memorial service to celebrate Debbies life will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 11 at the Church of the Resurrection Wesley Chapel , 13720 Roe, Leawood, KS at 2 p.m. All attendees are invited to stay for a reception following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Debbies name may be made to the Crohns & Colitis Foundation of America or the Rose Brooks Center for domestic violence in Kansas City, Mo. Condolences may be left online at www.mcgilleystatelinechapel.com.

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Jan. 12, 2012.

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Sarah & Jim Stark

January 4, 2026

We knew Debbie from showing horses and being members of the Saddle & Sirloin Club. She was such a lovely person and always smiling. She edited a club cookbook which I will always treasure and remember her by.

Bill and Joyce Knarr & Family

January 14, 2012

We are so very sorry for your loss…

Gloria and Karl Zetmeir

January 12, 2012

Our condolences to Debbie's family at this extremely difficult time. We knew Debbie and Barry as kind, loving people and will miss them dearly.

Sarah & Jim Stark

January 11, 2012

We knew Debbie from the S & S Club. She was a lovely person, both inside and out. She was always happy and smiling and so pleasant to visit with. We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Now she is one of God's beautiful angels.

Wendy Ward

January 11, 2012

I am so very proud to call Debbie my cousin. She had such tremendous strength and style and intelligence and that sharp, Ward family wit. I'll miss our secret Steinmart runs and glasses of white wine. I pledge to do my best to convey the complete devotion and love she has for JT and Ross. And one more thing, Debbie, you did everything you could, the only thing you could, and I admire you for it.

Lauren Emmons

January 10, 2012

Debbie was truly an amazing woman! She had the most beautiful contagious smile! She touched my life in a way I will never forget! May you find comfort in the many wonderful memories you have. You are all in my thoughts & prayers!

Jari Holland Buck

January 10, 2012

My friend, Debra... I met you through another and grew to appreciate your kindness and strength. We shared and supported each other in joy and grief. While I grieve today, I am so very appreciative that I knew you and spent happy times in your presence and at your table. You fed me food and compassion. I am forever grateful. Be at peace.

Herbert Siegel

January 10, 2012

I remember fondly many fun filled times with Debbie at Saddle and Sirloin Club.
She will be greatly missed by all that knew her.

Jennifer Ross

January 10, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Debbie's family. She was a lovely woman and was a treasured volunteer in Matthew's Ministry. She will be missed by those of us who served with her as well as the families whose lives she touched.

Cindy Cochran

January 10, 2012

To The Children Of Debra: Your Mother Said A Prayer For My Son While He Was In Iraq So Now I Say A Pray For Both Of You. She Was A Very Special Lady. I Want To Thank The One That Is In The Service. Thank You For What You Do. I Will Pray For You Like Your Mom Did For My Son.

Debbie Bicknell-Hestand

January 10, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with all Debbie's family and friends! I have happy, warm memories of Debbie from school. Debbie Bicknell-Hestand

Connie & Paul Rasmussen

January 10, 2012

We're so sorry to loose such a beautiful friend. You will be missed at all the gatherings and fun times at the club. Sincerest sympathy to all the family.

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