Debra Lynn Groce, 68, of La Feria Texas, passed away Thursday, September 14, 2018.

Debra was born on October 10, 1950.  She was married to Terrance Bowlby for 44 years and together they were blessed with 3 children. She worked several different jobs in her career including working as a caregiver and operating a daycare. Later in life she married William Groce who preceded her in death. She did her best to raise her family and many times was the glue that bound her family together. Debra enjoyed camping, going to the lake, and being involved in her children's life. Family was always first to her. She was a giving, hardworking, loving woman who will be deeply missed.

Debra is survived by: her children, Kevin (Kathryn) Bowlby, Kenneth Bowlby and Kerry Bowlby; grandchildren, Kyle, Georgia, Kenna and Krew; brothers, Dennis Deiter and Bobby Peavy; God-children, Lisa Smith, Billy Digvonni, and Mike Beyer; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Thomas Deiter; husband, William Groce; and father of her children Terrance Bowlby.

A funeral service will be conducted at 12pm on Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service-White Lake Chapel 413 S. Mears Ave. Whitehall. Visitation will take place from 10-12pm the day of the service at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service-White Lake Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com