Deborah J. Searles

Deborah J. Searles, age 64, passed away at her home in West Branch surrounded by her family. Deb was born in St. Johns, MI to George and Barbara (Strang) Powell on November, 30, 1950. She married Thomas Searles on August 28, 1971. She was a school aide for many years and adored her grandchildren. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Deb is survived by her loving husband of 43 years Thomas of West Branch; children Brooke (Art) Kessellring of West Branch; Tonya (Andy) McKimmey of Beaverton and Chad (Courtney) Searles of Linwood. Also surviving is her mother Barbara Powell; 6 grandchildren Gerry, Jesse, Hannah, Libby, Bryce, and Ordessa; sisters Dorie Rushcamp of Mt. Pleasant; Darcy Powell of Weidman, brothers Dirk Powell of Lansing; and Dave Powell of Rosebush. She is preceded in death by her father George E. Powell.

No Services will be held for Deborah at this time.

Memorial Contribution may be directed to the family in loving memory of Deborah.

Arrangements were handled by Steuernol & McLaren Funeral Home, West Branch.