She was always the smartest most beautiful (inside & out) person I have ever known. I was blessed to graduate from PCS in her class and watched her at Ole Miss become President of her sorority as a junior and skip her senior year because she was one of the few people that completed the pre-requisites for Dental school in 3 year. Her sweet heart was her most  wonderful characteristic. She was a charismatic person without meaning to be. She had a magnetic personality and a beautiful, genuine smile.

It is with a heavy heart that I lay my sister down before me. Debbie was the matriarch of her family after the passing of Sue , her mom. 
She and all the girls treated my mom better than Greg or I could ever treat my mom. I grieve not for her soul, but rejoice in the light she has given this earth and mankind. I love you sis and will walk by your side soon. Bert

One of the most beautiful people I knew. I am so saddened to hear of her passing. I met Debbie at one of the hardest times of my life. She was a bright spot in my day.

The memory of Debbie's beauty, personality and gracious smile will endure in all of us that knew her.

SO Sad to learn of Debbie`s death!! I would have to say one of the true joys of Life!! I will never forget seeing her in line registering for class  her first semester at Ole miss one summer!!! There was where I met her and that is what I always will remember about her!! What a smile!!!! We were good friends from that point on!!! May God Bless her and her Family!! Truly someone I will NEVER forget!!

So sorry to hear this news of Debbie's passing.  Our prayers for the O'Connell family.  Will always remember her soft voice and sweet spirit.  Love Keith and Janice Bridges

My heart is broken over the passing of a dear friend, Dr. Debbie Gregory, as she was know by her office staff. I worked for her for 17 years and loved her as a sister. She spoke often of her family and her love for her sisters and their children, as well as other family members. She, however, kept up with all of our children as well; inquiring about their activities and at times joining in at their celebrations. She loved her dental patients and let me tell you, the truly loved her! Debbie and I are the same age. As a teen, I always thought I wanted to be like Florence Nightingale. Then I met Debbie...and from then on, I wanted to be like Debbie Gregory. I'm so glad that I told her this...to which she laughed and said, "You'd better rethink that"... And I am so thankful to God that He let our paths cross for those years. I love her with all my heart....she is a real angel now, reunited with those she loved so much. Rest In Peace, Debbie, and know that you are loved.  Sherry Kelly, Greenwood/Itta Bena, MS

So sorry to hear of Debbie's passing!  Praying for God's peace to surround and sustain you through this most difficult time!

Such a beautiful soul. She will truly be missed.

I truly loved Debbie. I worked for her for 15 years. She was a loving, compassionate person and gave of herself without regard. When my daughter was diagnosed with scleroderma at age 7, Debbie was my rock, and helped me use my faith in God. It was a blessing to be employed by her and to call her my good friend. I truly loved her and my heart aches for her family. I can't get my mind and my heart wrapped around the fact that she is not of this world any more...she is resting in the arms of God and she is finally at peace. I love you, Debbie...

One of the sweetest flowers that ever bloomed.  So sorry to hear of her passing.

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Deborah O'Connell Williams

February 8, 1957 – February 10, 2015

Parkway Funeral Home & Parkway Memorial Cemetery

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