Debra (Debbie) (Kindle) Harris |
| Posted 2021-09-01 by mhenderson |
| Published by Mohave Daily News Online on Sep. 1, 2021 - Bullhead City, Arizona - Debra "Debbie" Kindle Harris, age 68, left this earth on Friday, August 6, 2021 surrounded by her loving family, after a three-week battle with a traumatic brain injury and COVID. Debbie was born on January 31, 1953 in Avenal, California to Otis and Mildred Kindle and welcomed by her big brother Richard. In 1957 the family moved to Needles, California when Odie was transferred by Southern California Gas Company. The family became deeply involved in both communities and made many lifelong friends. She became a big sister to Laura in 1958. Debbie started out at D Street School, Vista, Needles Junior High and graduated from Needles High School in 1971. She was very involved in the high school band as a twirler and performed in many shows and parades. A highlight for her was twirling fire batons at the football half-time shows, where the lights would be turned off for their performances. She also enjoyed singing in the choir and found a lifetime love for live plays and musicals. After high school Debbie attended San Bernardino Valley College, then returned to Needles and married Allen Eastridge, which produced a son, Matthew. In 1983 Debbie married Ron Harris and Dalton was born. Sadly, Ron died in a car accident in 1991. Debbie continued to raise her sons in Needles for their school years and recently moved back to be near them, after living in Phoenix near her brother. Debbie was preceded in death by her parents, Odie and Mildred; and husband, Ron. She is survived by her sons, Matthew (Carrie) Harris and Dalton Harris, of Needles; brother, Richard (Carol) Kindle, of Peoria, Arizona; sister, Laura (Jeff) Branson of Durango, Colordo; nephews Monte (Jacqueline) Kindle, Kevin Kindle, Jon (Diane) Craft, Kyle and Nick Branson; niece, Vici Kindle; great nieces, Maya, Al, Brittney and Crystal Kindle; great nephew, Rici Kindle; stepchildren, Amy and Nathaniel Harris and their families; her pride and joys were her dear granddaughters, Avery and Emery Harris. Debbie will be remembered for her infectious laugh, smile and giving spirit. She will be deeply missed. There will be a Celebration of Life on Friday, September 10, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the El Garces Historic Depot Community Room on the corner of Front and G Street. Following the Celebration of Life, we will gather at the Eagles to remember and toast our beloved Debbie. Please join us at both. In lieu of flowers, it would be appreciated if you donate to your favorite charity in Debbie's name. We recommend masks, per CDC guidelines, for indoor gatherings regardless of vaccination status. |
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