Debra “Debbie” Kay Porth, nee Ozburn, 69, of Belleville, IL., born February 26, 1955, in Washington Park, IL, died Thursday, September 5, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Hospital, O’Fallon, IL.
Debbie worked as a hostess at Olive Garden for over 30 years. She was always in good spirits and never complained. Debbie never met a stranger and enjoyed spending time with everyone, especially her grandkids. She was always on the go, whether it was going fishing, or attending her grandchildren’s sporting events. Debbie was very family oriented, and her passion was taking care of her family. She kept a beautiful home, enjoyed decorating, watching hummingbirds, and having the occasional Miller Light.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Gene and Mamie, nee Hudson, Ozburn.
She is survived by her loving husband, John Porth; four children, Crystal (Brian) O’Donnell, Stefanie (Clayton) Proffitt, Mike (Lisa) Martin, and Steve (Barb) Martin, Jr.; three grandchildren, Megan O’Donnell, Patrick O’Donnell, and Brooke Proffitt; her brother, Randy (Athena) Ozburn; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or to the Belleville Area Humane Society. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com
Visitation: Friends may visit from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Belleville, IL, and 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Belleville, IL.
Funeral: Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Belleville, IL.
Burial will be at Lake View Memorial Gardens, Fairview Heights, IL.
