Deborah Caudle

Deborah Lynn Caudle, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on May 26, 2024, at the age of 56, in Searcy, AR. She was born in Highland Park, MI, on September 8, 1967, to the late Paul Nowell and Linda Ward.

Deborah's family, especially her ten children, 19 grandchildren, and her dear husband Gary Caudle, were the most important part of her life. She found joy in spending time with them, making memories that will be cherished for generations to come. An avid lover of the outdoors with an adventurous spirit, Deborah found solace in fishing and four-wheeling adventures, finding peace and happiness in nature's embrace.

Among her favorite pastimes were watching old western movies and wrestling matches with her husband Gary. Deborah also had a creative side and enjoyed color by number painting, which allowed her to express her artistic spirit. A member of the Blue Cross General Baptist Church, Deborah found strength and comfort in her faith.

Deborah shared a special and unique love story with her husband Gary, whom she married on July 2, 2008, in a spontaneous and heartfelt celebration of their bond. Her compassion, love, and warmth touched the lives of all those fortunate enough to know her.

Deborah will be dearly missed by her surviving family members, including her children Brett Nowell of Paris, TN; Brian (Heather) Key of Paragould; Patricia (Michael) Barry of Spring City, TN; Stephanie (Chris) Burns of Murfreesboro, TN; Gary (Sara) Caudle, II of Paragould; Jonathan (Kayla) Caudle of Ripley, MS; Beth Caudle of Bentonville, AR;  Autumn (Jason )Gordon of Jonesboro; Daniel (Sarah) Caudle of Springdale, AR; and Samantha (Ben) Loy of Gravette, AR; sister Cindy Brown; nieces Megan Sutton and Heather Brown; special family member, Barb Null; friends, Michael and Pamela Howard, and many other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother-in-law, Jamie Brown; and her grandson, Jackson Sheppard.

A celebration of Deborah's life will be held 11 am, June 8, at the Blue Cross General Baptist Church in Paragould, AR, where family and friends will come together to honor her memory. All those who loved and cherished Deborah are invited to bid their final farewell and celebrate a life well-lived.