Deborah Coffman Beare

Debbie fought a courageous battle with interstitial cystitis for over 25 years. Born the eldest child of Bennie Paul Coffman and Sylvia Williams Coffman, sister to Mark Coffman and David Coffman. Debbie graduated from North Side High School in 1981 and then attended Abilene Christian University for her undergraduate degree and then completed her masters at the University of Memphis.

During her high school and College years, Debbie worked for her family’s business, Coffman’s Home Furnishings, as a merchandise buyer and seller. Debbie began her professional career as a licensed practical counselor for Quinco Mental Center, Lakeside Hospital, Fournier Learning Strategies, Jackson Counseling Center, and Highland Street Church of Christ from 1990 until 2000.

Debbie is survived by her husband of 19 years, John Beare, parents Ben and Sylvia Coffman, brothers Mark(Donna) Coffman and David(Katie) Coffman, Children Cody(Emily) Fitts, Christopher(Baylee) Clifton, Alex(Garrett) Vessels, Aarika Beare(Eddie Scott), and Taylor Beare, grandchildren Arielle and Jackson Vessels, Alora and Alana Scott.

Debbie was a devout Christian with Jesus Christ as a top priority in her everyday life. Debbie placed her family as her second priority. She consistently encouraged her friends, family, and patients to honor God, while living their life to the fullest. She loved her children greatly and supported them throughout their childhood and adult life. She took pride in knowing that her children knew the Lord and were faithful Christians.

Debbie was an avid horse lover and enthusiast. She loved training, grooming, and riding horses throughout her entire life. She enjoyed the countless family trips camping and trail riding with friends. Debbie also found great joy in swimming at the family pool, enjoying the outdoors and reading countless books.

Although Debbie will be missed deeply by countless family and friends, she has been called to rest in heaven with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She is now reunited and rejoicing with her grandparents, friends and family that have gone before her.

The family will receive friends and loved ones at a Memorial Visitation on Wednesday Evening, October 12, 2022 from 4-8 p.m. in the North Chapel of George A. Smith and Sons.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be directed to ACLJ, American Wild Horse Campaign, or the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.GeorgeASmithandSons.com for the Beare family.