Deborah Jean “Debbie” Blake, 72, of Golden, Mo. passed away Friday, September 15, 2023 at Mercy Hospital Springfield in Springfield, Mo.

She was born August 28, 1951 in Woodward, Iowa the daughter of Thomas and Ruby Evelyn (Scott) Walker, who preceded her in death.

Also preceding her in death were one son, Justin Roberts, a great granddaughter, Abagail Roberts, two brothers, Eddie Walker and Jimmy Walker and a sister, Bonnie Crandell.

Survivors include two sons, Scott Roberts and his wife, Rosie of Cassville Mo. and James Roberts of Eagle Rock, Mo.; one brother, Jerry Walker and his wife Mary, of Monmouth, Ill.; one sister, Gloria Ballou of Kansas City, Mo.; 13 grandchildren, and five great grandchildren with one on the way.

She attended high school in Woodward, Iowa, graduating from Woodward High School. She worked hard as a homemaker.

She was a member of Golden Baptist Church.

A private service will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville.