Deborah is from Jackson, Tennessee. Her Miss Tennessee Competition involvement spans over 40 years. She has served as co-director at the preliminary level, state preparation team, state title holder chaperone, judge and emcee for several local and state competitions, as well as hosting meals for state judges. Deborah is currently the Business/Booking Manager for Miss Tennessee. After college Deborah worked in the banking industry as Assistant Vice President of mortgage lending. She has served on several Boards and Committees throughout the years. Her favorite time is spent designing and overseeing set construction for the children and youth musicals at Northside church. Deborah has been married to Charles for 34 years and they have four children. She enjoys traveling, building relationships, cheering on Ole Miss and spoiling her two grandchildren. They lovingly call her Queenie.