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Deborah Ann Brill

March 9, 1962 — May 23, 2025

Ward

Deborah Ann Brill

Deborah Ann Brill, age 63, of Ward, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025. She was born on March 9, 1962, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to the late Herb and Irene Brill.

Deborah graduated from Cabot High School in 1980. After high school, she attended the University of Central Arkansas (UCA) in Conway, where she was a member of the swim team. She later continued her education at Northwestern State University, earning her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Marketing in 1990. With a sharp mind and an indomitable spirit, Deborah built a successful career as a sales representative for Teletouch Communications and Schwarz Pharma, where she was widely respected for her drive, dedication, and professionalism.

Deborah was preceded in death by her beloved parents and her son, Brandon Cauley.

She is survived by her daughter, Laurie Cauley; her granddaughter, Tatum Walton; her great granddaughter, Elysiana Gonzalez; and her son, Jacob Cauley. She also leaves behind her loving sister, Mel Brill, and four devoted brothers: Herb Brill, Jon Brill (wife Linda), Chris Brill (wife Shirley), and Michael Brill (wife Vanessa). Deborah had a close and cherished friendship with her sister-in-law, Stacey Noble, and was a beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews.

She was blessed with many wonderful friendships throughout her life, especially those formed during her years in high school and college. Her warmth, sense of humor, laugh, and unwavering loyalty made her a true friend to many.

Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 31, 2025, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at the Cabot Church of Christ in Cabot, Arkansas. Interment will be at the Mulberry Cemetery in England, Arkansas where she will be buried beside her son. Special thanks to her father-in-law, George Cauley, Jr. and the Cauley Family for helping secure the burial plot.

Deborah’s life was marked by her fierce love for her family, her strong work ethic, and her vibrant personality. Her legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

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Visitation

Saturday, May 31, 2025

10:00 - 11:00 am (Central time)

Cabot Church of Christ

500 N 2nd St, Cabot, AR 72023

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Funeral Service

Saturday, May 31, 2025

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Cabot Church of Christ

500 N 2nd St, Cabot, AR 72023

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Saturday, May 31, 2025

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