Deboarh Berard

Deborah Berard, age 63 of Fairborn passed away September 18, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.  She was born November 15, 1959 in Dayton, the daughter of the late Arnold and Phyllis Walters.  She was a longtime caregiver for Toward Independence, Inc., receiving the DSP of the year and retired after over 15 years of assisting others.  Deborah enjoyed gardening, watching crime shows, and collecting nutcrackers for her Christmas display.  Most important to her was her family, especially her grandchildren that she adored.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother, Gary Van Horn.  Deborah is survived by her two daughters, Cassidy Berard, Jessica Elam; grandchildren, Gabe, Evan, Nora; five siblings, Lisa (Tom) Bednarczky, Mark Walters, Matthew Walters, Steve (Becky) Reines, Tammie Bentley; as well as extended family and friends.  A celebration of life will be held on Sunday October 1, 2023 at 4:00 P.M. at the Belton-Stroup Funeral Home, 422 E. Dayton-Yellow Springs Rd.  The family will receive friends from 3:00 P.M. until the time of service.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Pink Ribbon Girls, 350 Huls Dr, Clayton, OH 45315.