Debra Kay West

July 18, 1954 - May 24, 2013

Debra Kay West of Dillard, MO, passed away May 24, 2013 at her residence at the age of 58 years. Debra was born on July 18, 1954, a daughter of the Eual John and Mary Francis (Colyott) Lewis of Ironton. On December 8, 1973, she was united in marriage to Michael Lee West, who survives. To this union two daughters were born; Stephanie Brianne Ragsdale and husband Darrin of Kansas City, MO, and Brittany Rian Moody and husband Cory of Wichita, KS. Also surviving are two brothers; John Lewis and wife Sandie of Fenton, MO, and Doug Lewis and wife Lisa of Fenton, MO, two granddaughters; Kylee Moody of Wichita, KS and India Ragsdale of Kansas City, MO, as well as a host of other relatives and many friends. Debra was a graduate of South Iron High School, obtained a B.S. in Elementary Education at Southeast Missouri State University and received her Master's degree from Webster University. She retired after teaching for 30 years in 2008. Debra was a member of the First Baptist Church of Viburnum, where she was a pianist for several years. She loved and appreciated her church family for all of their support. Debra enjoyed her elementary students, teaching piano, travel, and especially spending time with her family and close friends. She was known for her warm smile and caring personality.