Debra S. Smith, 72 of Logansport passed away at 12:20 p.m., Sunday, February 15, 2026, at home.

Born on June 19, 1953, in Syracuse, she was the daughter of the late Donald and Norma (Klopenstein) Matthews.

Deb retired from Four County in Logansport. She enjoyed gardening, taking care of her flowers and crafts.

Survivors include her children, Shawna Baugh (Robert) of Kokomo and Shane Hall of Peru, stepchildren, Lisa James (Chris) of Logansport and Angel Melroy of Logansport, her companion, Larry Ritchie of Logansport, brother, Jerry Klopenstein (Diana) and grandchildren Matthew Tucker, Dylan Armstrong and Chelsie Hall and Taylor Hall and step grandchildren, Noah James, McKenna James, Kassadie James and Cody and Brooke Tunis. She is also survived by numerous great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her longtime companion, Donnie Melroy.

A Celebration of Life will be at 5:00 p.m., Thursday, February 19, 2026, at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Marocco Chapel.

Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.

Deb’s online guestbook is available and condolences can be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.