Debra Yvonne Fulk, 68, of Sinking Spring, PA, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at home, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on February 28,1957, in Reading, PA, she was a daughter to the late James Valentine Sr. and Dolores (Drupp) Valentine. In addition to her parents, Debra was greeted in heaven by her sister Patricia Carr.
Debra spent many years working as a wire assembler at Northwest Assembly Plant before joining Redner’s Markets, where she served as a dedicated deli clerk for 28 years until her well earned retirement.
A woman of faith, Debra worshipped alongside her husband, Robert, at Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church in West Lawn where she found joy and community in her spiritual life.
Known for her outgoing personality, Debra was the true definition of a social butterfly. She had a natural gift for conversation and loved connecting with others. Over the years, she met many great friends along the way. Debra was also an avid BINGO player, a passionate Philadelphia Eagles and Sixers fan, and above all, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Her favorite moments were those spent with her husband and the grandchildren she adored.
Debra had a love for cooking and enjoyed trying new recipes, but baking was where her heart truly shine; especially when it came to her famous Christmas cookies, a treasured tradition that brought joy to family and friends year after year.
Debra's spirit will be carried on by her beloved husband of 50 years, Robert E. Fulk; her daughter, Carolyn D. Fulk and her significant other, Tyrone Carr; and her 4 siblings: Barbara Bonawitz, James Valentine Jr., Ronald Valentine and Donald Valentine. She also leaves behind her 5 treasured grandchildren Trista, Alivia, Cameron, Madisyn and Lucas, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends to cherish her memory.
A viewing for Debra will be held on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM at Theo C. Auman Inc., 247 Penn St., Reading, PA 19601. A funeral service to honor Debra's life will promptly commence in the funeral home at 11:30 AM, with Pastor Karey Schaffer officiating. Graveside committal will immediately follow at Berks County Memorial Gardens, 201 Evansville Rd., Fleetwood, PA 19522.
Debra’s gentle spirit, joyful heart, and bright personality left a lasting imprint on all who knew her. May she rest in eternal peace, wrapped in the light she so freely gave.
