Deborah Ann

King

Deborah Ann Odom (King) "Debbie," 72 of the Toledo area, passed away on February 11, 2026, in Sylvania, Ohio. Born on August 29, 1953, in Toledo, Ohio to Nora and Jasper W. Odom. Debbie was a graduate of Macomber/ Whitney Technical Vocational High School class of 1971. Right after high school she went on to obtain her License in Practical Nursing and began her career. Debbie lived a life rooted in compassion, creativity, and deep devotion to family.

She served others faithfully as a nurse for more than 40 years, bringing steady hands, a tender heart, and a comforting presence to countless patients and families. Nursing was never "just a job" to her it was a calling, and she carried it with dignity, patience, and strength. Above all, Debbie was known for the love she poured into her children and family. She had a gift for teaching whether through life lessons, encouraging words, or simply the

example she set every day. She found joy in music, and she expressed her creativity through her beautiful cake designs, made with care and attention that reflected who she was: thoughtful, talented, and full of heart. Debbie's home and spirit were often the places where people felt welcomed, understood, and cared for.

Debbie was preceded in death by her beloved son, Thomas Lee Mitcham; her father, Jasper Wiley Odom; her mother, Nora Odom; and her sisters, Detra Jean Odom and Gail Marie McClorrine.

She is lovingly survived by her children, Her son Leonard Williams-Mitcham Sr., Her baby girl Leslie White (Dia), and bonus son DeNell Nix Sr. She also leaves behind her brother Gary Odom Sr, and Sister Natalie Grace. Grandchildren Marsai Mitcham, Auguste Mitcham, Thomas Williams- Mitcham, Leonard Williams-Mitcham Jr., Jordan Williams- Mitcham, Lia White and Nathan White. 2 great-grandchildren Namari and Willow, a host of nieces and nephews along with many extended family members, friends, coworkers, and all those whose lives were touched by her kindness.

A Celebration of Life honoring Debbie will be held on February 23, 2026, at House of Day Funeral Home.

Debbie's legacy lives in the family she cherished, the lives she healed, and the love she gave so freely. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered. In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations to Alzheimer's/Dementia research