Debra L. Barrett

Debra L. Barrett, 64, of Massillon, passed away on Monday, October 18, 2021. Debra was born on March 12, 1957, in Akron, Ohio, the daughter of the late Paul and Laura (Baylor) Andrews. Debra was an animal lover. She was a horse trainer and dog handler. She also enjoyed skeet shooting. Debra was also a 4H advisor. She thoroughly enjoyed the outdoors and traveling. Debra was known to be a simple person and was not materialistic at all. She also enjoyed writing and drawing. She is survived by her husband of 39 years, Robin L. Barrett; her daughter, Rachel (Leo) Barrett-Gentner; sisters, Sandy (Buddy) Herring and Janet (David) Bruney; nieces and nephews, Stacy (Tommy) Sheehan, Michael (Jennifer) Penczarski, Laura Penczski, and Steven (Angie) Penczarski. A Celebration of Debra’s life will be held on Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at 1 p.m. at the Paquelet Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 11-1 p.m. before the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Debra’s name to Whispering Grace Horses: www.whisperinggracehorses.org or 12882 Kimmens Road SW, Massillon, Ohio 44647. Messages of comfort and support may be sent to the family at www.paquelet.com. Paquelet Funeral Home & Crematory (330) 833-3222