Debbie Briscoe's Obituary
Debbie Briscoe, 46, of Boonville, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2020, at her home surrounded by her family. Services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2020 at H.T. May and Son Funeral Home in Boonville.
Contributions towards Debbie’s services can be made at https://fundthefuneral.com/debbie-briscoe.
Debbie Ann Briscoe 46, of Boonville, MO surrounded by her loving family, answered her call to glory on Friday, July 17, 2020. Debbie was born in Boonville, MO to the late Janie L. Briscoe and Alvin Roland Sr. on November 9, 1973. Debbie attended Boonville Schools and was employed for many years in food service at Kemper Military School, Cooper County Memorial Hospital and Isle of Capri. She was also a dispatcher for Missouri River Taxi Company.
Debbie received Christ at an early age. She reaffirmed her faith and was a member of St. Matthew AME church under the leadership of Rev. Bridget Mitchell.
Debbie leaves to cherish her memory, her daughter, Rebecca Briscoe and her sons Ryan Briscoe, Devantae Briscoe and Darius Briscoe all of Boonville, MO. She also leaves her grandson Isaiah Briscoe and her granddaughter, Treasure Briscoe. Debbie leaves to honor her memory her brothers, William David Briscoe of Boonville, MO and John Edward Briscoe of Jefferson City, MO. Her sisters, Marie Jackson of Sedalia, MO, Sonya Jane Roland and Rachel Dorema of Columbia, MO. Debbie leaves her uncles, William “Butchie” (Sharon) Briscoe with whom she shared a special, one-of-a-kind relationship. David (Gloria) Stemmons, John (Brenda) Beard, and George Martin. Her aunts, Mary Shipley, Marrica Lewis, Tena Lewis, Keren Martin, Anita Williams, Dyanne Lewis and Hope Huff. Debbie also leaves a wealth of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Debbie was preceded in death by her parents, her sisters, Marrissa Ann Briscoe and Lesha Roland Perry. Her brothers Alvin “June” Roland, Jr. and Allen Roland; her aunt, Judy Webb and her nephew, Kenneth “Boo” Jackson.
Debbie was a kind and giving soul. Her heart was full of love for everyone. A woman who complained about nothing but trusted God for everything. Her home was always open to anyone who needed to talk or enjoy a great meal. She always provided a peaceful, safe and confidential refuge… all were welcome. She never turned anyone away from her door. Debbie was a strong, uplifting and encouraging woman. She was very involved in her community; often contributing her delicious cakes and pies to many charitable events. Debbie was a grateful woman. She appreciated everything anyone has ever done for her and given to her. She never took anything or anyone for granted. Debbie loved to spend time enjoying herself with family and friends. She loved to pour an occasional glass of Cisco, light her candles and enjoy the ballads of Keith Sweat. Her children and her grandchildren were her world. She was so very proud of them and would move heaven and earth to make sure they were provided for. Her beautiful smile, her soft giggles and encouraging words always let you know that everything was going to be alright.
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