Deborah Mason Sears

Deborah “Debbie” Sue Mason Sears, 63, went to be with the Lord at her residence on Friday, February 20, 2026. She was born on July 2, 1962, in Forsyth County to the late Toby Mason and Marie Norman Mason. Debbie was a master crafter. She was incredibly talented at crocheting, knitting, and various other crafts. Her work was recognized as some of the best by friends, family, and strangers alike. Debbie enjoyed spending time at the beach and being with family. She was dedicated to her loving husband, Tommy, and her daughter, Emilee. Debbie was a natural caretaker and sweetheart. More than anything, she was faithful to the Lord. She will be missed immensely by those who had the pleasure of meeting her.

In addition to her parents, Debbie was preceded in death by her father-in-law, Thomas Elwood Sears Sr.

Left to cherish her memory are her devoted and adoring husband of 45 years, Thomas Elwood Sears Jr.; her daughter, Emilee Sears; her sister, Angie Mahaffey; four nieces and nephews, Justin Mahaffey (Christie), Christopher Grigg, Carolyn Oakley (Will), and Alexandra Snow (Jacob); Four great nieces and nephews, Elliott Mahaffey, Ethan Mahaffey, Chandler Mahaffey, Eleanor Oakley; her mother-in-law, Helen Sears; Special friends, Melissa and Riley Gibson, and their children, whom she saw as her own, Wyatt and Cabe Gibson; as well as a host of other close friends and family.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date at New Friendship Baptist Church with Pastor Chris Byrne officiating. Memorials in Debbie’s memory may be made to New Friendship Baptist Church at 4258 Old Lexington Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27107.