Debra Ann Fitz

Debra Ann Fitz, 70, of Decatur, entered into her heavenly home Friday, June 26, 2026.     Her life began March 21,1956 in Manistique, Michigan, the first of four children born to Edmund and Kathryn Strawbridge. She married James E. Fitz, February 14, 1987 in Coloma, Michigan.

Debra graduated from Coloma High School in 1975. She enjoyed mission trips and volunteering at Grace Christian School and her Church. Debra was known as a giving and caring person. She organized the meal train, worked in the kitchen and helped with baby showers at Volinia Baptist Church. Debra’s friendships meant a lot to her. She was active in her community and enjoyed doing arts and crafts. She made space in her home for her crafts but also for children to play. She could be found playing dress- up with grandchildren or riding her golf cart outside. Most of all she loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.  

Debra will be greatly missed by family and friends.  She is survived by her husband, James E. Fitz, of Decatur; two sons, Jimmie L. (Elizabeth) Fitz of La Vernia, Texas, Robert J. (Thea) Fitz of Lawrence; nine grandchildren, Eden, Christian, Kaden, Benjamin, Ethan, Miriam, Hope, Faith, Mordecai; two great grandchildren, two brothers, Edmund Strawbridge, Rodney Strawbridge and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Janice Kay Strawbridge.

Family and friends will gather Thursday, July 2, 2026 from noon until the time of her service at 1:00 p.m., in Volinia Baptist Church 19526 Marcellus Highway, Decatur. Debra will be laid to rest in Hamilton Cemetery.

The family prefers contributions in memory of Debra, be made to the family to defray funeral expenses.

 Arrangements have been entrusted to Wagner Family Funerals Connelly Chapel, Cassopolis. Please share a memory or a message online: wagnercares.com.

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