10/14/2026
Debra “Debbie” Lynn Shaul
March 18, 1957-October 11, 2026
Debra “Debbie” Lynn Shaul, of Kennard, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly at Henry County Hospital on Sunday, October 11, 2026. Debbie was born in New Castle, Indiana, to the late Clyde and Minnie Cowan on Monday, March 18, 1957. Debbie attended Eastern Hancock High School and was a 1976 graduate. After high school, Debbie worked at Regency Place Nursing Home, dedicating her life to doing a job she loved the most: being a full-time caregiver. On Thursday, November 18, 2004, she married her loving husband, Michael “Mike” Shaul. They would have celebrated their 22nd anniversary this November as husband and wife.
Debbie was a fun-loving and caring person who enjoyed laughing and reminiscing. She rarely went anywhere without her camera. She loved visiting the Smoky Mountains and tending to her flowers and garden, listening to sermons from Kennard Friends Church and watching Hallmark Christmas movies year-round. She also had a love for traditional country music.
Debbie’s presence will be deeply missed, but her memory will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. In addition to her husband, Michael “Mike” Shaul, Debra is survived by her two children, daughter Melissa (Ed) Knox of Fishers, Indiana, and son, Jason (Sarah) Riggs of Greenfield, Indiana. She’s also survived by her grandchildren, Bobbie Lynn Lantzy of Shirley, Kaylee Spegal of Hanover, and Chase Riggs of Greenfield, and her great-grandchildren, Kason and Asher.
She also leaves behind her best friends Amy Clark and Deanna Smith, her cousin Susie, and many other cherished friends who will miss her dearly, along with her beloved cat Allie and her dog Peanut.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 19, 2026, from 1pm to 3pm, with the funeral service to follow at Liming Family Funeral Home located at 306 Main Street in Shirley, Indiana. Pastor Richard Hutson will be officiating the service. Burial to Follow at McCray Cemetery in Wilkinson, Indiana,
Liming Family Funeral Home is entrusted with Debbie's care. To sign the online guest book or send personal condolences, please visit: https://www.limingfamilyfuneralhome.com