Deborah Kitchens Wiseman

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Deborah Kitchens Wiseman on November 2, 2024, at the age of 76. Deborah was born on September 26, 1948 to William R. and Joyce Kitchens in Memphis, Tennessee.

Deborah was married to the love of her life, Billy Gene Wiseman, until his death. Deborah, more affectionately known as Debs to her family, was known for her strong will. She was going to tell it like it was, whether you agreed or not. You always knew where you stood with her. She retired from working at the Court House, where she knew everyone. She enjoyed retirement and the flexibility it brought.

She was always willing to make a cake or pie, whether for a child’s birthday party, a family event, holiday, or just because you wanted a taste. Her cakes and pies were delicious. She loved babies and celebrated each new birth with joy. She was particular about her home, especially the fringe on her rug. She would jokingly scold you for messing it up.

She loved to dance. She was often found taking a country line dancing class or hitting up the local spots to do the jive. She collected elephants and had many on display. She loved to go to Branson, Missouri.

She loved her son, Greg. He was her right-hand guy. She was a member of Bellevue Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her father and mother, William R. and Joyce Kitchens; her husband, Billy Gene Wiseman; and her sister, Phyllis Sanderlin.

She is survived by her son, Greg Wiseman; her grandson, Hayden Wiseman; her great-grandchild, Kinsley; her sister, Paula (Kitchens) Basek (John); her brother, Bill Kitchens (Becky); and several loving nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to St. Jude Memorial Giving in Deborah’s name, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105-9959.

A celebration of life will be held at Cross Community Church in Marion, Arkansas, on December 5, 2024 at 12 noon.