Debbie is survived by her loving family – husband, Bart; daughter, Suzanne Morrison (Chris); her “pride and joy” grandchildren, James and Mary Lee Morrison; and her brother, Stan Perkins (Connie).

Debbie was born in Jackson, TN on November 9, 1954. Her parents were music legend Carl Perkins and wife Val Perkins. She had two other brothers, Steve Perkins and Greg Perkins. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Steve and Greg.

Debbie was an accomplished student, graduating from Jackson Central-Merry High School (JCM) in Jackson, TN. She attended both Union University, Jackson, TN and Lambuth University, Jackson, TN. She was “Fairest of the Fair,” a gifted songwriter and author. She wrote her father’s first biography, Disciple in Blue Suede Shoes, published by Zondervan, the world’s largest Christian publishing house.

Debbie was also an accomplished seamstress, smocking over 50 dresses for granddaughter Mary Lee, and doing knitting and needlepoint. She was the best cook and kept her home and yard so beautiful. One of her favorite things to do was to serve or host friends and family in her home and at her table.

She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Jackson, TN and so loved the contemporary service until her illness prevented her attendance.

Donations or memorials in Debbie’s memory may be made to the Carl Perkins Center for Abused Children, or First United Methodist Church, or by Debbie’s favorite way of simply helping out a friend in need – done so to honor her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Thanks so much to the many friends and family members that reached out to the family with love, food, and support over the last few months.

There will be a private memorial service at a later date.

George A. Smith and Sons North Chapel, (731) 427-5555