Deborah Bontia Armwood

August 29, 1949 - November 22, 2025

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Krause Funeral Home Milwaukee

9000 West Capitol Drive

Milwaukee, WI 53222

Tuesday 12/9, 11:00 am - 12:45 pm

Krause Funeral Home Milwaukee

9000 West Capitol Drive

Milwaukee, WI 53222

Tuesday 12/9, 12:00 pm

Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery

21731 Spring Street

Union Grove, WI 53182

Deborah Bonita (Franklin) Armwood entered this world on August 29, 1949, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Walter and Carrie (Witcher) Franklin. Deborah was the oldest of six children and loved growing up around family, especially her Grandmother, Callie Witcher. Deborah grew up in church and graduated from an all-girls catholic school before moving to Los Angeles, California.

On February 15, 1980, Deborah’s life was forever changed when she married the love of her life, Leo Armwood. Deborah and Leo travelled the world in the service of the United States Marine Corps. The adventures included Okinawa, Japan; Kaneohe, Hawaii; Pampanga, Philippines; Guam; Alaska; and countless duty stations across the United States. Deborah accepted the Lord as her savior and dedicated her life to serving God. She felt the call of God to help church ministries, especially Pastors and Leaders, in whatever capacity they needed. From Singles Ministries and Food Pantries to Church Secretary, Women’s Ministry, and Sunday School Teacher, if the church had a need, Deborah was there to help. Deborah helped countless ministries, including Koolau Baptist Church, Kaneohe, HI; Palm Southern Baptist, Twenty-Nine Palms, CA; Words to Live By Christian Center, Hillside, IL; and Haven of Rest Baptist Church, Milwaukee, WI.

Deborah loved sharing the Word of God wherever she went and showed countless people how to be saved. She spent countless nights praying over her children and grandchildren. Nothing brought her more joy than her grandchildren.

Sister Deborah entered the glory of heaven on Saturday, November 22, 2025.

Deborah was preceded in death by Walter Franklin, Sr, Carrie Tarver (Witcher), Carrie Lee Tarver, Larry Franklin, Walter Franklin, Jr, and Monzelle Tarver.

Deborah leaves to mourn her passing: Husband- Leo Armwood of Milwaukee, WI, Brother-Allen D Tarver of Cincinnati, OH, Brother-Fletcher Franklin of Cincinnati, OH, Son-Relondo (Lisa) Holmes of Santa Clara, CA, Daughter-Donyale (Sean) Brewster of Milwaukee, WI, Son-Michael Holmes of Milwaukee, WI, Son-David Holmes of St Louis, MO: Grandchildren, Michael Holmes Jr, Zion Holmes, Gabriel Holmes, Solomon Holmes, Derryn Holmes, Brandon Holmes, Darius Holmes, Malik Holmes and a host of loved ones, great grandchildren and, nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held at Krause Funeral Home, 9000 West Capitol Drive, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:45 PM. Funeral Service at 1:00 PM. Burial will be held privately at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery at a later date.

Krause Funeral Home Milwaukee

9000 West Capitol Drive

Milwaukee, WI 53222

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Tuesday 12/9, 11:00 am - 12:45 pm

Krause Funeral Home Milwaukee

9000 West Capitol Drive

Milwaukee, WI 53222

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Tuesday 12/9, 12:00 pm

Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery

21731 Spring Street

Union Grove, WI 53182

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My deepest condolences to the Armwood family. Leo and Deborah’s love was like none other. May everyone have the opportunity to experience a beautiful union like theirs. Sending you all so much love, healing, and prayers during this difficult time.

My Dearsest, Sister my heart goes out to you and your family as you experience this life transition of your mom and family when you loose a loved one. The season has not been easy, I pray you and your family sense the comfort of God’s presence. Knowing that she is greeted by the arms of Jesus Christ her savior and lover of her soul. My brothers and other family find peace and rest on the healing truths of God’s great love. Well done good and faithful servant of God well done.

Hello My Bro. Leo and Family, Our hearts are heavy, yet prayful for you and your family. I pray that you will retain all of the good memories of Sis. Deborah. Let it fill your hearts from this day forward, how blessed you truly are to have had this journey of life with our sister. She will be greatly missed. But will never be absent from our thoughts. Love Melvin and Patricia Dodd

Peace to the family it was a pleasure working alongside Deborah in the ministry at WTLBCC

To Sis Deborah who was like a mother to me and has such a sweet spirit.

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To our beloved sister-n-law rest easy

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I love you Grandma, Im with you in spirit

Peaceful White Lilies Basket was purchased for the family of Deborah Armwood by Your grandson. Send Flowers

A tree was also planted in memory of Deborah Armwood

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Doing this difficult time on behalf of Haven OF REST Baptist Church, AND THE KIRKENDALL Family

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A tree was also planted in memory of Deborah Armwood

Sending heartfelt condolences to my Dad Leo Armwood and all of my brothers and sister! Sorry for the loss of Mrs Deborah. She was a part of my Dad’s life for a long time which made her a part of my life.! Keeping you all in my prayers during this time! Love , Monica

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