Deborah Anne Smith Horne

April 27, 1975 - May 8, 2019
Deborah Anne Smith Horne

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Deborah Anne Smith Horne, 44, of Charlotte and formerly of Wilmington, died Wednesday, May 8, 2019.

Born April 27, 1975, in Midland, MI. the daughter of Douglas Dale Smith and Karen Ann Compton Smith, longtime residents of Wilmington, Debbie was a 1993 Graduate of New Hanover High school and attended NCSU and UNCW. Preceding her in death were paternal grandparents Cecil and Harriett Smith; maternal grandparents Frank and Ann Compton.

In addition to her parents Doug and Karen Smith, also surviving are son James Michael Compton Horne of Wilmington and daughter Kristin Delores Horne and wife Kirstin Martinez of Charleston, SC, sister Lisa Gregory and husband Quint of Catonsville, MD., and father of her children James M. Horne of Wilmington. She loved her children and family.

Following a private service, the family will receive friends 4 to 6 pm Saturday, May 11, 2019 at the home of Karen and Doug Smith.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Debbie’s memory may be made to a Cape Fear Garden Club, Beautification Endowment Fund, NC Community Foundation 1213 Culbreth Drive Wilmington, NC 28405.

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  • May 09, 2019
    Ray Flanigan says:
    Karen and Doug, Losing a child is a traumatic experience. Jacquie and I wish you all the best in dealing with your loss. Karen, just be Karen of the CFM...

  • May 09, 2019
    sabrina lit a candle:
    Lit since May 9, 2019 at 5:01:52 PM

  • May 09, 2019
    Trudy Griffin says:
    Deb was a great friend to my daughter (Melissa Griffin). She was a generous loving caring gentle soul. She was a very special person! I've truly missed her since she moved to Charlotte. Fly high Debb & watch over us 'til we meet again! Forever in our hearts!!!!!

  • May 09, 2019
    Melissa Griffin says:
    Deb was an amazing person. She helped others even when she struggled to help herself. She had a bright smile and a warm personality. She was a great person and best friend. She will forever be missed.

  • May 09, 2019
    steve hobbs says:
    Doug, please accept our condolences. We will remember you and your family in our prayers. Steve and Kayren