In Loving Memory of Deborah Lucille Hagins Thompson
Sunrise: June 3, 1949 – Sunset: July 17, 2025
With hearts full of love, gratitude, and deep sorrow, the family and friends of Deborah Lucille Hagins Thompson announce her peaceful passing on July 17, 2025, at East Georgia Regional Medical Center. A cherished mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Deborah was 76 years old. Though her earthly journey has ended, her spirit will remain a guiding light for all who knew her.
A native and lifelong resident of Bulloch County, Georgia, Deborah was born on June 3, 1949, into a close-knit and loving family. Her roots ran deep in the soil of Bulloch County, where she grew up, built a life, and contributed tirelessly to her community. Deborah was a proud 1967 graduate of Statesboro High School, where she was known for her intelligence, grace, and quiet strength. Her time at Statesboro High helped shape the compassionate and diligent woman she would become, and she often reminisced about the lifelong friendships formed during those formative years.
Deborah dedicated much of her life to caring for others—whether through her work, her church, or simply as a loving presence in her family. She possessed a rare and unwavering strength, balanced by immense kindness. Those fortunate enough to be in her circle knew they could always count on her for a word of encouragement, a listening ear, or a warm embrace.
Her faith was the cornerstone of her life. Deborah was a devout Christian and a longstanding, faithful member of her local church. She attended regularly, served humbly, and lived her life according to the teachings she held dear. Her walk with God was evident in her words, her actions, and the unconditional love she showed to all who crossed her path.
As a mother, Deborah was the heartbeat of her family. She poured herself into raising her children with love, discipline, and a fierce protective spirit. Her home was a place of warmth, laughter, and faith. As a grandmother, she found joy in spoiling her grandchildren, telling stories, cooking favorite dishes, and sharing quiet moments that will be treasured for generations. She held family traditions close to her heart and ensured they lived on through every gathering, holiday, and Sunday dinner.
Deborah also took great pride in her community. She was a neighbor who waved at everyone, a friend who checked in when others forgot, and a mentor who believed in the potential of those around her. Her presence was a steady comfort in the lives of many—someone who never sought the spotlight but always made a difference.
She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, her parents, and several siblings who now welcome her with open arms. Deborah leaves behind a legacy of love and resilience that will continue through the lives of her children, grandchildren, extended family, and countless friends.
She is survived by her devoted children, who will continue to carry her lessons and love in their hearts. Her grandchildren will always remember her soft-spoken wisdom, her warm hugs, and the way her smile could brighten even the darkest days. Her siblings, nieces, nephews, and cousins will forever cherish the bond they shared with her, one rooted in loyalty, laughter, and unconditional love.
Deborah’s life will be celebrated with a Homegoing Service at her family church in Bulloch County, where friends and family will gather to honor a life well lived and a soul well loved. Burial will follow in the family cemetery, where she will rest peacefully among the loved ones who went before her.
In this time of mourning, we also celebrate. We celebrate the incredible gift of having known Deborah Lucille Hagins Thompson. We celebrate her legacy of kindness, her unwavering faith, and the deep love she gave so freely. Though we will miss her dearly, we take comfort in knowing that she has found eternal rest and that her memory will remain etched in our hearts forever.
“Well done, good and faithful servant… Enter into the joy of your Lord.” – Matthew 25:23
Rest in peace, Deborah. Your love lives on.
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