Obituary of Debra Lynn Penland

Mrs. Debra Lynn Penland, age 66, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at her home.  She was born November 24th, 1953 in Durham, NC, to Lou Gentry and Robert Rhew.  She was raised by Ruby Minor of Hillsborough. She retired from Durham Regional as a Registered Nurse in the newborn nursery.

   She is survived by her husband of 48 years, David Penland of Hillsborough;  her 3 daughters Renee Sorrell  (spouse Stephen Sorrell), Megan O'Connor (spouse Darren O'Connor) and Ashley Hotaling (spouse Ken Hotaling); 7 grandchildren, Sydney Sorrell, Dillon O'Connor, Christopher Robertson, Abigail Sorrell, Logan O'Connor, Chase Hotaling and Raylan Hotaling; 5 sisters Diane Rhew Lee, Elaine Chamberlain, Glenda Hoffman, Sue Ashley and Dorinne Albright  She is predeceased by her brother Robert Rhew.

   The family will receive visitors Sunday, July 5th at Walker's Funeral Home in Hillsborough from 6-8 pm.  A graveside service will be held Monday at 10 am at Little River Church with pastor David Bolick officiating.

Walker's Funeral Home of Hillsborough is assisting the Penland family.