Debra “Debbie” Noland Nitsche

Debra “Debbie” Noland Nitsche, 61, of Marietta, OH, joined her family in heaven on Saturday, January 23rd, 2021 from the Harmar Place in Marietta. She was born May 23rd, 1959, in Marietta. Daughter of the late William E. Noland, Sr., and Roberta Lou Johnson Noland.

Those left to cherish her memory are her Sons, Jason Murphy (Darlene), Devin Nitsche, Daughter Chelsea Nitsche (Jeremy), Husband Kevin, and her beloved granddaughter, Riley “Buttercup” Jade and her loving sister Sheryl Lynn Noland.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and brother William “Eddie” Noland, Jr.

Debbie worked as a teacher, education manager, and consultant for Washington/Morgan County Head Start from 1984-1994.

Debbie loved History, Genealogy, and was a member of numerous historical societies. She was well known for her genealogy research, helping people from all over the world trace and connect their family lineage. Debbie was dedicated Phantoms and Flyers hockey fan, and loved going to games in Philadelphia.

Public viewing will be from 6pm to 8pm on Friday, January 29th, 2021 at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home, 314 4th Street, Marietta, OH. Service will be Saturday, January 30th, 2021, at the funeral home at 10 am, then a procession to East Lawn Memorial Park in Reno, OH. Online condolences may be sent at www.Lankfordfh.com.

Masks and social distancing is required.