Debra Rigsby Walker

January 29, 2023 |

Debra Rigsby Walker, age 65, passed away peacefully Friday January 27, 2023 surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on February 2, 1957 to her loving parents, Howard and Belle Rigsby, both have preceded her. Debra is also preceded by her son, Chance Walker. She is survived by her children, Jason Snyder, Stacia Snyder, and Cody Walker (Megan); grandchildren, Cole Snyder, Sloane Snyder, Sam Snyder, and Rennie Walker; brother, Randy Rigsby; sister, Ginger Williamson; and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A visitation will be held Tuesday, January 31, 2023 in the Charter Funeral Home Chapel from 5p.m. to 7 p.m. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 11 a.m. in Wooten Chapel Cemetery.

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10 Comments

  1. Carolyn Wilhite on January 29, 2023 at 9:24 pm

    Debra is finally free and totally well. I can only imagine the joy and peace she is experiencing. Debra was a caring, helpful, and kind lady who loved people, loved nature, loved her fur buddies, and loved to sit on my back porch. Miss you, my sweet friend😢



  2. Carolyn Wilhite on January 29, 2023 at 9:28 pm

    Debra is free and perfect, and I can only imagine the joy and peace she is experiencing. Debra was a caring, helpful, and kind lady who loved people, loved her fur babies, and loved sitting on my back porch. Miss you, my sweet friend💗



  3. Peggy Jones on January 29, 2023 at 9:48 pm

    I am sorry to hear that Debra has passed. I worked with Debra in the NICU at Brookwood Medical Center many years ago. Debra was always smiling and very sweet to everyone in the unit. She was a great respiratory therapist and helped to care for the tiny newborns and infants in the NICU and worked shoulder to shoulder with the nurses and neonatologists. I know she will be missed by her family and friends.



    • Nancy Pfau on January 30, 2023 at 4:20 pm

      I worked with Debra at UAB’s RNICU. She was an excellent and skilled respiratory therapist and a kind and caring person. I’m very sorry to hear of her passing, as it was much too soon. My prayers go to her family and loved ones for their comfort and peace. Debra will be missed.



  4. Debra Owen Pettinato on January 29, 2023 at 10:04 pm

    So sorry to hear of Debra’s passing.
    Prayers for the family



  5. Marybeth Hollingsworth on January 30, 2023 at 3:24 am

    So sorry for your loss. Debra was an incredible woman. Praying for the family!!



  6. Christian Mewbourne on January 30, 2023 at 7:04 pm

    What a sweet soul our Lord has gained. She was always kind and caring. So sorry to hear of her passing. Know our thoughts and prayers are with the family.



  7. Michelle Riggs on January 30, 2023 at 7:18 pm

    Debra was a such a sweet lady she always kept a smile on her face and was always so helpful to the staff and patients. She loved to dance and when we did activities and put the music on she would grab someone and cut a rug. She will be missed here. I send prayers to her family and friends.



  8. Glenda Hill on January 31, 2023 at 8:51 pm

    Well to begin with I met Ms. Debra on 2 North at Fair Haven Community Facility. She always had the biggest smile anyone could have. I always love talking and joking with her about her big hips. She would just laugh and laugh until she start crying. I have already truly truly miss her because when I now come through 2 North door she will not be there waiting on me with that beautiful smile of hers.
    Ms. Debra Take Your Heavenly Rest and I Will See You On The Other Side….. Love You and Missing You!!!!
    Glenda F. Hill ( Fair Haven) Medical Records



  9. Carmen on February 3, 2023 at 12:21 am

    I’m so sorry to hear of Debra’s passing. I went to UAB Respiratory Therapy school with Debra, class of ‘82. I saw her on and off thru the years at conferences etc. She was always a real sweetheart.
    Prayers for her family and friends.
    I found out as I was about to wish her a Happy Birthday on FB.
    Happy Birthday in Heaven, Debra!!❤️🙏💗