DEBRA BARBER, 69

Debra (Debbie) Ann Barber, 69, of Indiana, Pennsylvania passed away February 2, 2026, at her home. She was born September 13, 1956 in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, daughter of Harry and Mary (Ryen) Leasure. Debbie was a graduate of Marion Center High School. Debbie worked as a para-educator for the Indiana Area School District for many years. She was an active member of the Summit Church in Indiana, PA. She loved her family deeply and enjoyed spending time with them. Debbie also enjoyed quiet time reading her Bible, cooking and decorating her home. She is survived by her husband, Chris Barber; son, Joshua (Ryan Wingrove) Barber; daughter, Mary Beth Barber; sisters, Elaine Harkins, Becky (Tim) Nicholson; brother, Robert (Lois) Leasure. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Edward Leasure, Kenneth Leasure, Clifford Leasure and Dennis Leasure; sisters, Silvia Work and Mona Belle Davis. A life celebration service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at the Lefdahl Funeral Home. Visitation will take place from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.