Debra Kaye Gruber, age 62, of Utica, passed away on July 9, 2025, at Tuscany Gardens. Debra was born on July 17, 1962, to the late Francis Allen.

She enjoyed watching scary movies, OSU football and the WWE with her favorite wrestler Roman Reigns. Debra loved playing bingo and going shopping.

She is survived by her daughter, Crysta (Dennis) Gruber; grandchildren, Hailey and John Burchett; sister, Ramona (Max) Hauger; cousin, Robert (Sue) Gayman; second cousins, Grant and William Gayman.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, July 31, 2025, from 2-3 PM at the Brucker Baker Funeral Home where her services will immediately follow at 3 PM.