Debra Hensley, 71, of Burlington, died Sunday, June 23, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.
Debra was born Sept. 14, 1952 in Burlington, the daughter of George and Dorothy Brust Frey. Debra graduated from Burlington High School in 1971 and she later attended Patricia Stephen's Fashion Career College in Omaha, Neb. Debra went on to work as an auditor for 18 years at Champion Spark Plug in Burlington. Debra also co-founded the Shoquoquon Medical Assistant Chapter.
Debra was a laid back and easy going woman. She loved spending time with her family and going to various concerts in the Quad Cities. She enjoyed listening to Stevie Ray Vaughan and Aerosmith. Debra also loved to cook. Her memory and legacy will be carried by all who love her.
Debra's family include her husband of 15 years, Dave; daughter, Melissa (Brian) Petersen of Burlington; grandchildren, Carley and Lane Petersen of Burlington; siblings, Dennis (Tara) Frey of Burlington and Marti-Kay (Mike) Woodring of Ivine, Calif.; and sister-in-law Alice Hillyer (the late George "Footsie") of Burlington; niece Amber Almendinger and nephews Milo Benigno and Justin Frey.
Debra is preceded in death by her brother, George "Footsie" Frey; and parents, George and Dorothy.
Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory and per her request no services are planned at this time.
Please continue to keep Debra's family in your thoughts during this difficult time.