She was born in Beech Grove, IN, on August 21, 1955, the daughter of Joseph and Patricia Wilson. Deborah married George “Chuck” Daniels in Springfield in May of 1997.
Deborah was a very talented floral designer. She loved people and never met a stranger. Deborah was also crazy about racecars, cats, squirrels, and all things plants and animals.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Chuck; and brother, Gregory Dean Wilson.
Deborah is survived by her stepfather, Dean Funk; niece, Marisa Griffin; nephew, Nathan Wilson; stepsister, Donna Arnold; and stepbrother, David Funk.
Graveside Ceremony: 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at Chatham Memorial Cemetery with Celebrant Judy Woerner.
Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of donor’s choice.
The family is being served by Boardman-Smith Funeral Home, 800 S. Grand Ave. West, Springfield.
