Debra Irene Sears Elkins

October 2, 1956 - April 11, 2021

MOCKSVILLE—Mrs. Debra Irene Sears Elkins, 64, passed away Sunday, April 11, 2021, at Novant Health Rowan Medical Center in Salisbury. She was born on October 2, 1956, in Hamilton County, OH, to the late Roy Lee and Betty Sue Lemons Sears. Mrs. Elkins was a hard worker, driving a truck with her husband for many years. She enjoyed bird-watching, butterflies, and spending time with her family. She was a fighter, having battled cancer for many years. Mrs. Elkins will be remembered as a God-fearing and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to many. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Andrew Albright. Survivors include her loving husband of 44 years, John Ray Elkins, Sr., of the home; three children, Steven Raht (Shannon), Tammy Elkins, and John Elkins, Jr.; seven grandchildren, Dustin Freeman, Haley Fife, McClay Raht, Gavin Raht, Zoey Raht, Harley Raht, and Brianna Abshire; three siblings; and numerous nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will be conducted at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.eatonfuneralservice.com.