Debra Darlene Sofield

Mrs. Debra Darlene Sofield, age 56, of Hiawassee, Georgia passed away on Monday, May 14, 2018 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Sofield was born on June 10, 1961 in New Jersey to Andrew Jackson Parks and the late Edna Lorraine (Cranner) Parks. She was a member of Hiawassee United Methodist Church. Her hobbies included going to car shows, boating, and music. She had a passion for gardening and flowers. She adored her grandsons Logan and Jaden. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Andy Parks and Larry Parks. Mrs. Sofield is survived by her husband, Leonard Sofield; son, Leonard Sofield Jr.; daughter and son-in-law, Tanya and Scott Kerlin; brother, Brian Parks; sisters, Norma Dolqueist and Jami Brown; step-sister, Sherry Lenski; grandsons, Logan Kerlin and Jaden Sofield; a number of nieces, nephews and friends also survive. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, May 27th at 2pm at Hiawassee United Methodist Church with Rev. Sam Hamby officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to help defray final expenses. Banister Funeral Home of Hiawassee, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.