Traverse City – Deborah Ann Hankins, age 49, of Traverse City, MI passed away Saturday, October 10, 2020 in Milaca, MN.
Debbie was born March 16, 1971 in Detroit, MI to James and Geraldine (Nail) Hankins. She grew up in Traverse City where she attended Traverse City Central High School. Debbie enjoyed camping with her friends, comedy and scary movies, as well as animals and especially her dog, Tyson. She was a member of Hope church in Big Rapids, MI. Debbie was lucky enough to have a few childhood friends that stuck by her through thick and thin.
Debbie is survived by her son, William Husted III, Grawn, sisters; Lori (James) LaClair, Traverse City, Stacey Hankins, Harrison Township, Peggy (Doug) Duynslager, Michigan Center, grand-daughter, Emryn Dale Husted, nieces and nephews; Braxton LaClair, Cassie Horgan, Ric Palka, and Kayla Benoit. She is also survived by her best friends; Tammy Huffman, Kate Geraci, Kim Mayville and Katie Lynn Harrington.
Debbie was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, Ed and Mary Nail, and uncle, Richard Nail.
A celebration of Debbie's life will take place at 11:00 am on Friday, October 24, 2020 with a visitation for friends and family beginning at 10:00 am at Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home.