Debby Thompson Burkhalter

Debby Thompson Burkhalter, 79, passed away on November 9, 2026, surrounded by her family.

She was born in Vidalia, Georgia on March 20, 1947, to Parker and Marjorie Anderson Thompson and lived in Glennville all of her life. Debby lived a life marked by devotion to her work, her faith, and the people she loved most. She served as a Business Administrator for the Department of Corrections and retired in 2006.

Debby found deep joy in the things that mattered most to her. Debby was a faithful member of Glennville Methodist Church where she sang in the choir for over 65 years. She used her beautiful God-given voice to glorify God and now she is singing with the angels. She also treasured time spent with her family, and her grandchildren were the center of her heart. Among all of life’s blessings, she counted her grandchildren as her proudest accomplishment.

Debby is preceded in death by her parents, Parker and Marjorie Anderson Thompson.

She is survived by:

Children, Christy Hertz (Wes) of Cumming, Georgia
Heidi Deal (Neil) of Glennville, Georgia
Patrick Burkhalter, Jr. of Reidsville, Georgia

Sister, Judy Blocker (Pete) of Glennville, Georgia

Brother, Andy Thompson (Tricia) of The Villages, Florida

Grandchildren, Ally Hertz, Jonathan Hertz, Parker Deal and Cooper Deal

Several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

The family will receive friends Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 10:30 to 12:00 noon at Glennville Methodist Church. 
Debby's wishes were for her family and friends to gather for a special visitation.

In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Glennville Methodist Church, P.O. Box 352, Glennville, Georgia 30427.

Care and Services are entrusted to Brannen Family Funeral Services, Glennville, Georgia. "Our Family Serving Your Family."