Debra Ann Bruso of Mountainburg, Arkansas, died Sunday, March 23, 2025, at her home. She was born on August 22, 1956, in Fort Worth, Texas, to the late Charlie Richard Rhea and Foy Irene (Lewis) Rhea. She was 68 years old. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Dickie Rhea.

For several years, Debra worked for Superior Federal Bank in Fort Smith and was co-owner of D&R Steel Erection and D&R Safety Consultants. She will be missed by everyone who knew her.

She is survived by her husband of 26 years, Raymond Bruso; her step-children, Jamie Booker of Pocola, Oklahoma, and Kyle Bruso and wife Megan of Greenwood; two sisters, Theresa Pittman of Rowlett, Texas, and Sandra Hinesly and husband Dale of Carrollton, Texas; a brother, Jerry Rhea and wife Doris of Paris, Texas; three step-grandchildren, Daidrian Booker, Kazdan Booker and Brex Bruso; and several nieces and nephews.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Brotherton Brothers Cremation Services in Fort Smith, 914 N. 32nd St. Fort Smith, AR  72903. (479) 434-3901 or (479) 965-8202

To place an online tribute, please visit www.brothertonbrothersfuneralhomes.com.