Deborah Lynn Herren Reece

deborah reece

August 28, 1953 ~ July 19, 2026

Born in: Asheville, NC
Resided in: Candler, NC

Deborah Lynn Herren Reece, 72, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026.

A Candler native, she was the daughter of the late Max James and Ruth Baldwin Herren. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Charles Ralph Reece; and brother, Steve Herren.

Deborah grew up attending Snow Hill United Methodist Church. She was very talented musically, able to sing and play both the flute and clarinet. She also loved all types of crafts. More than anything, she loved spending time with her family, especially by the river or on beach vacations.

Deborah worked hard to provide for her family as a single mother. She relied on her faith, loved God, and wanted her children to know God, as well.

She is survived by her daughters, Melissa Cauble (Darren), and Melanie Baynard (J.J.); son, Michael Reece (Tiffany); brother, Rudy Herren (Sandra); grandchildren, Trent (Katarina), Kaitlynn, Cody (Aubree), Jordan, Krislyn, Mason, and Madison; and great-grandchildren, Olivia, Luna, Ellie, and Millie.

Visitation & service arrangements will be listed on this page once they are finalized.

Services

Funeral Home Assisting The Family:

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806

(828) 252-3535
http://grocefuneralhome.com

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  1. Debbie was amazing women. She was a single mom that raised 3 kids Michael and her twins daughters Melanie and Melissa. All three of her kids now have their own families. Debbie love the lord and her kids and especially her 7 grandkids have 4 great grandkids. She was a kind and loving person. She will be missed by everyone that had a privilege to know her.

  2. My mawmaw was one of the multiple women I looked up to. She always believed in me for every little dream I had. I will miss our little porch concerts oh and your feet rubs they. I love you so much


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