Debra Lynn Gerz, 65, of Ossian passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at her home. She was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on November 5, 1959, a daughter of the late James and Roberta Watson. Deb had a passion for traveling, especially to Jamaica and spending time with her grandkids.
She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Karl Gerz; sons, Alan (Whitney), Eric (Tangela) and Andrew (Ashley) Gerz; grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Caylee, Jayson, Gavin, Alayna, Rosalyn, Landon, Wrigley and Maddux Gerz; brother, James Watson; sisters, Marilyn Heckman, Cindy Watson and Linda Toole; and sister-in-law, Maureen Watson. Deb was also preceded in passing by her brother, Larry Watson; and sister, Cheryl McKinney.
A funeral service will be held at 4:00 pm on Monday, January 13, 2025 at Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Funeral Home, 120 West Mill Street, Ossian, Indiana 46777, with visitation beginning at 2:00 pm.
Contributions in Debra's memory may be made to Indiana Sheriff's Association.
