I’m Free Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free, I’m following the paths God has laid you see. I took His hand when I heard Him call, I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work, to play, Tasks left undone must stay that way, I found that peace at the close of the day, If my parting has left a void, Then fill in with remembered joys, A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, Oh yes, these things I too will miss, Do not burdened with times of sorrow, I wish you the sunshine to tomorrow. My life’s been full, I’ve savored much, Good friend, good times, a loved one’s touch, Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief, Lift up your hearts and peace to thee, God wanted me now HE SET ME FREE. ~Author Unknown

Acknowledgements

We deeply appreciate your kind expressions of

sympathy, gifts, cards and visits in our time of great

sorrow.

Sincerely,

The family of Debra Sewell

Celebration of Life

For

Debra Sewell

December 27, 2014 11:00 a.m.

Kraft Sussman Funeral Home 3975 South Durango Drive #104

Las Vegas, NV 89147

Bishop Kim W. Brown, Officiating

Sunrise Sunset

June 28, 1955 December 18, 2014

The Processional

Hymn of Comfort

Scripture Reading

Old Testament – Psalms 23

New Testament-1 Thessalonians 4:13-17

Prayer of Comfort

Reflections

Silent Reading of the Obituary

(PowerPoint Presentation)

Hymn of Encouragement

Proclamation of the Word

Bishop K. W. Brown

Mount Lebanon Baptist Church

Recessional

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ENTRUSTED TO

Kraft Sussman Funeral Home

Las Vegas, Nevada

"Don't you know how proud of you I already am?" That's what she told me Might as well have been gold to me Her words folded me We talked and I cried We laughed and she smiled We danced I hadn't danced with my mom in a while "Mom, I'm gonna make you so proud" In my dreams We'd pull up to a big house And I'd hand her the keys Buy her her own photography studio Build her her own bookstore Buy her a pretty blue dress Make her my date to the Academy Awards ....."Don't you know how proud of you I already am?" That's what she said, it changed my heart She loved me In her eyes, I was already a star I was her "baby boy" She was my "favorite girl" I wanted to pay you back for all that you've done for me I wanted to give you the world... This moment will live on in my heart When I danced with my mom When I cried in your arms And you held me like you did when I was young You smiled your pretty smile A smile that could never lie Now all I have to do is look up And I'll see you in the sky

Randy Corry

We have been through a lot together. Ups and downs, downs and ups. For a long time it was just you and me. You did a lot of traveling with me in the passenger seat. I was your little road warrior. You helped me in times of need. I never needed to ask nor did I, you just knew and came to my rescue with a big smile telling me everything is going to be OK. No time seems to be the time to go when it comes to family and friends. Especially in this instance. The last 6 months have been the best having you close. My wife, kids and I are so grateful for the time

we got to spend with you but our hearts hurt. I guess it was your time to be rescued and you are with the lord, now I can tell you everything is going to be OK. I know you will continue to watch over our family with love and a smile and be there for all the special occasions especially when it comes to the grandkids. I have to try to be satisfied knowing you are going to be there for everything even though I can't touch or see you. I hope and know I will feel you there smiling amongst us. I l o v e y o u m o m , y o u r l i t t l e r o a d w a r r i o r ! ! Hevi aka Pumpkin

My dearest love, such a blessing from above. I will cherish all the memories and the times we shared.

Wow, such wonderful memories. You were a wonderful wife, a wonderful mother and such a dear friend; my true love sent

from Heaven above.

I thank God for all the joys that surprised our hearts and the Miracles that could only be gifts from heaven.

You made me happier than I thought I could ever be. You helped me to grow and to realize the fullness and the beauty in our lives. I must try to be strong. It was God’s

greater plan, so I must accept it, if I can.

You moved away to His most splendid home above, I know you will be waiting there for me with love.

Rest my dear Debra in the arms of Jesus. I love you.

Love, Rod

Because Lady Debra worked tirelessly for God’s glory, on December 18,

2014 she heard God say to her, “Well done, my good and faithful servant.” Debra was predeceased by her father William Henry Glenn Sr.; Step Father James Ready Jr.; Grandmothers: Myra Blair and Emma Lou Crump; and Grandfathers: John Blair and Elzie Crump Sr. Debra Sewell’s life defined the phrase ‘Servant Leadership,’ having impacted agriculture, churches, work and families not just in the Las Vegas and Hampton Roads areas, but all over the world through her journey in the military. Most women would feel satisfied to bring success to any one particular realm in life, be it her church, business, board or committee. This woman of God was successful in all of these areas of life and more, building an unrivaled resume of transformational leadership, all while raising a beautiful family. Although Debra certainly earned respect, prestige and many accomplishments, she was not motivated by these worldly ambitions. Rather, the impacts she made were fueled by the gratitude she had for the undeserved grace God gave to her. Debra would be the first to exclaim that her prolific life was not about her achievements, but the achievements of God working through her. Debra graduated from Central High School in 1973. She served in the U.S. Air Force from 1973-1997, attaining the rank of Master Sergeant before retiring with an honorable discharge. Debra worked for Capital One bank as a Collections Manager from 1998 until her passing . Debra Sewell was a faithful Partner of Mount Lebanon Missionary Baptist Church. She served as a Master Torchbearer Leader and was later ordained as a Deaconess. Debra’s life reflected the life of a faithful Christian. While we will miss her deeply, we rejoice in the fact that Debra now sits in the presence of God where there are no more tears, pain or suffering. Debra loved her Spiritual Parents, Bishop Kim W. and Elder Valerie K. Brown. She also loved her church “The Mount,” a place where the sovereignty of God is the main emphasis. Debra will be missed for many reasons. She was an encourager. She was

honest, warm-hearted, never met a stranger, very kind-spirited, genuine, dependable, well loved and deeply respected. She was a good wife and best friend to her husband. She was a devoted mother to her children. She was an even better grandmother to her grandchildren. To cherish her memory, she leaves her beloved husband, best friend and soul mate Rod Sewell; her two adoring sons: Heverlyn O’Brien (Sara), Randy L. Corry II (LaTasha); her loving step-children: Roderick Sewell Jr., Akeyla Bell, Jonei O’Bryant (Nate), Briana Harris-Sewell, Gina Sewell, Nika Sewell, and Taylor Thurman-Sewell; her sweet grandchildren, Karington and Kingston O’Brien; her beautiful mother, Mary Glenn-Ready; her caring sister, Aliane Piper (Wayne); her baby brother, William Henry Glenn Jr. (Domonica); her loving nieces; Jessica Glenn, Aleysha Glenn, Raquel Glenn, Tanisha Williams (Christopher) and Samea Williams; Aunts and Uncles: George and Lottie Darden, Elzie Crump Jr. and Willie Crump; loving cousins and a host of family and friends.