Debra "Deb" Hardin, 56, of Aledo, passed away Monday, May 8, 2017, at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home, Peoria, after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. She was surrounded by her family.
In agreement with Deb's wishes, cremation has taken place. A service celebrating her life will be held at noon Friday at St. Catherine's Catholic Church, Aledo, conducted by Father John Thieryoung. The family will greet friends two hours prior to the service. 
Deb is survived by her two brothers, Bill Smyser and Joseph Smyser; sister, Kay (Don) Loftus; son, Corey (Jennifer) Hardin; and three grandchildren, Bailey, Dawson and Dayton. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, Mary and William Smyser; and two brothers, Robert Smyser and Tommy Smyser.
Deb was born Aug. 18, 1960, in Davenport, the daughter of Mary and William Smyser. She graduated from Davenport West High School. She was employed at Aledo Rehabilitation and Health Care for many years as a CNA. Her life revolved around her family. She enjoyed family vacations and spending time with her grandchildren and her pets.
The family would like to thank the OSF Holy Family Medical Center staff and the OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home for the care and support they gave Deb during her final days.