Debra Gallentine 1956-2026

Debra Ann Gallentine, 70, Topeka, died Sunday, July 5, 2026, at her granddaughter’s home in Topeka.

She was born April 2, 1956, in Fairbury, Neb., the daughter of Loren Dean and Patricia Ann Schuessler James. She graduated from Holton High School in 1974.

Ms. Gallentine worked as a purchasing specialist for the Kansas Department of Labor, retiring after 25 years.

Survivors include a son, Chad M. Gallentine, Topeka; a daughter, Amanda Wright, Raytown, Mo.; a sister, Lori Yerger and husband Chad, Dover, Pa.; two brothers, Richard James and wife Kimberly and Randy James and wife Marcia, all of Topeka; two granddaughters, Kelsi Wright and husband Jonathan and Lauren Alvarez and husband Juan; and two great-granddaughters, Lily and Lucy.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Loren and Patricia.

Ms. Gallentine’s wish was to be cremated. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Mercer Funeral Home in Holton is in charge of arrangements.