Debora Ann (Felts) Miller

Debbie Miller, 69, of Decatur, AL, passed away on March 14, 2026, after a decades-long battle with breast cancer. Born in Albana, Georgia, Debbie was the daughter of the late Ray and Nellie Jack Felts.

Debbie and her husband, David, shared 47 years of marriage filled with love and partnership. They worked side by side, raised their family, and gave back to their community together. Deeply devoted to one another, they were a remarkable team—always supporting, encouraging, and uplifting each other. They loved their sons, daughters-in-law, and grandchildren well, and were a faithful presence in their lives.

Debbie treasured her friendships and considered her friends to be family. She delighted in trying new restaurants and taking day trips to explore new places together. She showed up for them time and again, just as they showed up for her. Debbie was also a wonderful neighbor. She welcomed new families with warmth, hosted a backyard Bible club for neighborhood kids for many years, and brought everyone together for an ice cream social last summer. She never settled for simply being acquaintances—she wanted to know people by name and to truly connect. 

Debbie, lovingly known as “Lita,” shared a special relationship with each of her grandchildren. She took a genuine interest in their lives, delighted in playing with them, and showed up for as many of their activities and events as she could. She listened when they spoke, making each one feel seen and valued. She hosted cousin sleepovers—serving ice cream for dinner and pizza for dessert— then lying beside them as they whispered and giggled themselves to sleep.

Debbie was a hardworking woman who owned a business dedicated to serving her community. She had a laugh that came easily. Loyal and generous, she cared deeply for others—always looking after those around her, even when she herself was in need of care. She was an avid reader, curious about the world, and a constant source of encouragement to those who knew her.

Debbie loved the Lord deeply. Her Bible was often open on the couch, as if she were in the middle of a conversation with Him. She was a faithful prayer warrior, consistently bringing the needs of those she loved before God. Throughout her 25+ year battle with cancer, she remained steadfast—fighting with determination while continuing to proclaim God’s goodness to anyone who would listen. Those who knew her understood that Jesus was the source of her joy. One of her deepest desires was for others to know the same God who gave her peace, joy, hope, and contentment in every circumstance. If you do not know Him personally, her family would be honored to tell you more.

She was easy to love because she loved each of us so well. We will miss her every day for the rest of our lives.

Debbie was preceded in death by her loving husband, David Miller. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Josh and Brooke Miller, and Caleb and Amy Miller; grandchildren, Emory, Naomi, and Jed; sister Susan Folds (John); brother Carl Felts (Beth); sister-in-law, Selina Bentley (Alton); her dearest friends,“the girls”; and numerous nephews, nieces, and friends who were like family. 

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., at Westmeade Baptist Church in Decatur, AL, followed by a funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Graveside service will follow at Midway Memorial Gardens in Moulton, AL. Parkway Funeral Home of Trinity, AL is assisting the family.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of the Valley (hospiceofthevalley.net) in memory of Debbie.

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