Debra Kay Wade

Debra Kay Wade of Zanesville, born February 19, 1960, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on January 1, 2026. Debra was preceded in death by her husband James Wade, her parents, Robert and Mary (Dingey) Swingle, sisters Kathryn White, Nancy Tolbert, Beulah Garrett, Bernice Gifford, brother Robert Gale Swingle, and her two daughters, Robin and Diane Wade. 

Debra is survived by her son James Allen Wade, three grandchildren James Alexander Wade, Owen Wade, and Michael Curtis, her sisters, Lynda (Tim) Raines, Sandra Lightfoot, Vickie Angler, Carol Starcher, and her brothers, Paul (Ilene) Swingle, Charles (Peggy) Swingle, and George (Christal) Swingle, along with numerous nieces and nephews. 

Debra lived a simple and peaceful life. She was a member of Trulight Ministries whom she considered family. Debra also enjoyed volunteering in her community over the years. 

Debra’s memorial service will be held on January 9th, 2pm, at Trulight Ministries on Putnam Avenue. BURRELL FUNERAL SERVICES is serving the family. 

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