Obituary for Debra Smith Coble

Debra Smith Coble, aged 59, was called home and left this life to join her Lord on Tuesday the 23rd of June 2020 at Moses Cone Memorial Hospital. She was born on April 8th 1961 in Greensboro, North Carolina to Leonard and Doris Smith. She was married to the love of her life Jerry Coble on August 22nd 1981. She is survived by her husband, Jerry Coble of the home, her daughter, Kaitlin (James) Wymer, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, her father Leonard (Glenda) Smith of Silk Hope, her brother, Alan Smith of Knightdale and a large extended family of relatives. She was preceded in death by her mother Doris Smith.
Debra was born and raised in Greensboro and lived her married life in Guilford County. She was a loving wife and mother, a dedicated public servant and a supportive friend. Debra served her community in many ways. She grew up as a member of Northside Baptist Church. She spent her adult life as a member of Calvary Baptist Church where she served on many committees and was a children’s Sunday school teacher. She was a health care professional for the Cone Health Care System where she worked for 41 years. She cared deeply for her many coworkers and friends. She was a Radiologic Technologist and was certified in Radiology and Mammography. She was also System Wide Quality Coordinator for Imaging Services for Cone Health. Debra’s attention to detail made her the steady rock that everyone relied upon when it mattered most that it was done right. She was a graduate of the Moses Cone Radiologic Technology Program and a member of The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
As a child, Debra enjoyed roller skating at the local roller rink where she worked growing up. She remembered fondly her time practicing spins and acrobatics. Debra also enjoyed editing for others as well as reading and writing. Among the thousands of books she enjoyed, her favorites were biographies and cook books as she loved learning about other peoples’ lives and cooking for her family. Debra also enjoyed the buying and selling antiques, and traveling. Debra’s empathy and genuine interest in people from all walks of life is what made her such a sympathetic caregiver.
Debra’s greatest passion was spending time with her husband, daughter and family. Whether watching the latest crime drama or planning for the upcoming holiday celebration, Debra’s excitement was infectious. She loved decorating for holidays and planning events that brought her family together. Her warm generosity made everyone feel at home and loved.
With Debra’s passing, she leaves behind a legacy of caring and a deep well of unforgettable memories.
Funeral Service will be held Sunday, June 28, 2020 at 1:00 PM at Calvary Baptist Church in McLeansville. Interment will follow at Lakeview Memorial Park. Mrs. Coble will lie in state at Forbis & Dick North Elm Chapel.

To honor Debra's passion for learning, a scholarship fund is being set up in her name. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to a 501(c)(3) public charity, The Rady Lady Foundation, Inc. in Debra's name, at www.RadyLady.com or mailed to 1484 Allen Ct, Asheboro, NC 27205. The Foundation is creating a memorial fund for graduating students of an accredited radiography program and meeting specific criteria to apply.
Forbis & Dick North Elm Street is serving the Coble Family. Online condolences can be made at www.forbisanddick.com.

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