Debra Ann Schrock passed away on September 28, 2026, at Delaware Hospice Center in Milford. She was 62.
Born on April 19, 1964, in Milford, Debra remained a lifelong resident of Delaware. She passed away after her 13th back surgery which left her paralyzed from the neck down.
Debra graduated from Delaware Technical and Community College with a degree in law. She was known as a loving, kind and strong woman whose life touched many people. Debra worked as a paralegal at Schrock’s Professional Services and had previously owned D&D Bagels in Milford with her sister, Denise. In her younger years, she worked for many years as a server at Mama Maria’s in Milford. She took pride in her work and in the relationships she built throughout her life.
Debra enjoyed shopping and especially treasured spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren When she was younger, she raced stock cars, a reflection of her strong spirit and love of life. Whether at work, with family or enjoying the things she loved, Debra brought warmth and determination to those around her.
She is survived by her daughter, Jessica Marie Adams; her sisters, Denise Collison and her husband, Patrick Phillippi, who were her caregivers; Susan Voss and her husband, Daniel Voss. She is also survived by her best friend, Charlene Gray. Debra’s love continues through her grandchildren, Tatelyn, Logan, Hayden and Landen and through her great-grandchildren, Jack, Jessy and Jemma a well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and extended family members. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her.
Debra was preceded in death by her husband, Keith Watson; her parents, Matthew Charles Passwaters and Cordelia Lord Millman; her daughter, Jenna Watson; her brother, Bruce Passwaters; her maternal grandmother, Cordelia Thomas; her paternal grandparents, Franklin and Mary Passwaters and her beloved dog, Bubby the Beagle.
Her memory will live on iin the hearts of her family and friends, and in the many moments of love, strength and devotion that she shared with them throughout her life.
A celebration of life will be held on October 18, 2026, beginning at 2 PM at Etta’s Catering, 319 South Rehoboth Boulevard, Milford, DE 19963. Casual attire is requested.
