Martin, Debra Shires

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Debra Ellen Martin, age 66, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2019, at her home in Rich Creek, VA. Born October 18, 1952, in Pearisburg, VA, she was the daughter of Ellen Wilburn Shires of Rich Creek, VA, and the late Arnold M. Shires.

Debra was a member of the First Baptist Church in Rich Creek, VA, and a former employee at Celanese in Narrows, VA. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend who will be greatly missed.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by one brother, Stevie Shires. In addition to her mother, survivors include two sons, Derrick Reed and wife Kara of Rich Creek, VA, and Cody Reed and companion Natasha Martin of Pearisburg, VA; two brothers, Greg Shires and wife Lisa of Rich Creek, VA, and Robin Shires and wife Wanda of Chesterfield, VA; three grandchildren, Karsyn, Ryker, and Raelyn Reed; special friend, Linda Spangler; and several nieces, nephews, and close friends.

A time of fellowship and sharing memories will be held from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM on Sunday, July 14, 2019, at the Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home in Peterstown, WV. A private family service will be held at a later date. Online guestbook can be signed or condolences may be sent to the family at www.broyles-shrewsbury.com. Arrangements by Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home, Peterstown, WV.