Deborah Ann Branch

Deborah Ann Branch, 63, of Holts Summit, passed away on December 27, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on February 21, 1962, in St. Louis, the daughter of Billie Jo and Marian Adele (Dodgson) Mitchell.

She was united in marriage on September 27, 1985, in Holts Summit to Larry Wayne Branch who preceded her in death on June 18, 2007.

Deborah worked for Link Veterinarian Services as office manager, retiring after over 30 years of service.

She liked to go antiquing, making crafts, riding Harley Davidson motorcycle, collected custom jewelry, watching Kansas City Chiefs Football, liked to go arrowhead hunting, loved spending time with her grandchildren, Christmas was her favorite holiday.

She is survived by her children, Amy (Rusty) Ridder, James (Katy) Branch and Molly Branch; six grandchildren, Karli Jo Ridder, Hanna Marie Ridder, Grace Ann Ridder, Layla Ray Ridder, Emma Layne Branch and Emmett James Branch; one sister, Diane Raps.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Larry, and one sister, Donna Carol Mitchell.

Private family services were held.

Services entrusted to Trimble Funeral Homes – Jefferson City. trimblefunerals.com