Debbie Johnson-Heitling
Quick Intro: Born in Charleston, WV, and then drug to Florida kicking & screaming when I was nine.
Nickname: Deb
Ministry Role: Church Secretary for 17 years @ Bay Street
Family: Husband, Jerry; 4 kids; 7 grand kids and 2 bonus kids; and our cat, Katie Belle
Dream Vacation: Mountains
Regular Order at Starbucks: N/A
Life Motto:
Favorite Movie: Twister & Jaws. Won’t watch anything ‘sappy’
Favorite Scripture: Philippians 4:13
Things That Fascinate Me:
One Thing Most People Don't Know About Me: In the 4th grade I attended a one-room school in West Virginia where each row was a grade.
Favorite Singer/Band: I like oldies from the 50’s & 60’s
When & Where I Got Saved: In Sunday School in the 4th or 5th grade. I was so excited to go home and tell my mom. She would not let me get baptized; she didn’t believe in children doing that. So when I was 21, went down front and was baptized that night.
Sports I Am NOT Good At: Not good at any sports.
Least Favorite Food: Wild game
Thing That Makes Me Cry: Anything patriotic, and when animals get hurt, except reptiles and amphibians
People Who Inspire Me: Donna Perman
Life-Changing Moment: Being with a loved one when they pass.
Favorite Books (in addition to the Bible): Gone With the Wind, Southern Living Magazine
Quirks: I love the mountains, but am petrified of heights.
In My Spare Time: Work in the yard; rearrange furniture ( I know, so sad...)
Hidden Talent: I don’t know if this is a talent, but love paying it forward or helping people anonymously.
The Most Exotic Place I've Ever Been: Stayed at a swanky B&B in Charleston, SC.
The Most Adventurous Thing I've Ever Done:
Least Favorite Thing To Do: Iron & empty the dishwasher