Deborah Yvonne

Barnes

Mrs. Deborah Yvonne (Henry-Nelson) Barnes

Sunrise: November 28, 1952 | Sunset: October 8, 2025

Mrs. Deborah Yvonne "Deb" Barnes of Toledo, Ohio, was born in Nashville, Tennessee. She gave her life to Christ at age 10 at Friendship Baptist Church under Pastor G.J. Johnson, where she served faithfully in the music ministry. A 1971 Scott High School graduate, she earned her Cosmetology License and retired after 38 years with Blue Cross Blue Shield/Medical Mutual.

Deb was known for her joyful spirit, love of music, and devotion to family. She is survived by her husband, Gerald "Butch" Barnes; children Khary (Adison) Nelson and Kandiss (Walter) Brown; grandchildren; siblings; and a host of loved ones.

Preceded in death by her parents, siblings, and grandchild, Brooklyn Williams.