Deborah Lynn Woodworth

Deborah Lynn (Perri) Woodworth, a devoted mother, cherished family member, and proud Florida Gators fan, passed away unexpectedly on June 10, 2026, at the age of 70.

She will be forever in our hearts.

Life & Legacy

Deborah was born on July 6, 1955, to Frank and Nancy Perri. She grew up in Pennsylvania and graduated from Warren Area High School in 1973. A few years later, she moved to Florida, where she embraced the sunshine and built a life centered on family and community.

She dedicated more than 30 years to grocery store management and later worked with Charlotte County Public Schools.

What She Loved

Deb loved spending time near the water, enjoying the sunshine, cheering for the Florida Gators, and most of all being with her family.

Family

She is survived by her children, Jessica Jones and Eric Woodworth; her sister, Kimberly Nelson; her brother-in-law, Larry Nelson; her half- sister, Nancie Lewis; her cousins, Craig Chamberlain and Kris Chamberlain; and her aunt, Connie Thomas.

Preceded in Death

She was preceded in death by her husband, Tom Woodworth; her brother, Paul Perri; her parents, Frank and Nancy Perri; her grandparents, Paul Schultz and Naomi Beebe (Gram); her cousin, Gaye Barbey; her aunts, Dee Chamberlain and Bonnie Schultz; and her uncle, Buford Thomas.

Celebration of Life

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Debbie’s name to any local animal shelter.