Debi Porterfield Obituary (1981 - 2023)

Debi Delane Porterfield, or "Mouse" and "Little Debi" as she was affectionately known, was a beacon of warmth and generosity, a spark of wit and resilience that illuminated the lives of all who had the privilege to know her. Born on the 3rd of November 1981 in Pampa, Texas, Debi embraced life with an unmatched zest, imbuing her surroundings with love, laughter, and a spirit that was as indomitable as it was infectious. Her life, though cut short on December 27, 2023, was a testament to her unwavering strength and boundless love. Debi's love for her family was at the core of everything she did. She was the adoring wife of Nathan Cordray, whom she married on September 29, 2010, and the loving mother to Lilly and Walker Porterfield. Her family was her anchor, her haven, her source of boundless joy. She cared deeply for her mother, Patricia Griffin, and her siblings, Jessy and Benjamin Griffin. Her niece, Rythem Griffin, held a special place in her heart. Debi's resilience shone through in her unwavering commitment to her family, ensuring their needs were met even in the face of adversity. Debi's spirit was as vibrant as the colors she loved to sketch with her pretty pens and markers. She found solace and joy in the simple pleasures of life, whether it was watching her favorite shows like Friends, Harry Potter, and Roseanne, or spending quality time with her beloved cat, Phoebe. Her love for her home in Pampa, Texas, was unwavering, despite having lived in White Deer, Texas previously. As Albert Einstein once said, "There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle." Debi lived her life as though everything was a miracle, a perspective that radiated in her actions and her interactions. Debi's generosity extended beyond her immediate family to all who were fortunate enough to cross her path. She was the epitome of kindness, never passing judgment on anyone. Her wit and humor made her the life of every gathering, bringing smiles even in the darkest of times. Debi's life may have been brief, but the vibrancy and love she embodied will continue to resonate in the hearts of those she left behind. Debi is survived by her mother, Patricia Griffin, her common-law husband, Nathan Cordray, her children, Lilly (Damon) Porterfield and Walker Porterfield, her siblings Jessy Griffin and Benjamin Griffin, and her niece, Rythem Griffin. She was predeceased by her father, Jacob Griffin, and grandmother, Marjorie Morphew. We invite all who knew and loved Debi to share their memories and pictures on her memorial page. In doing so, we can keep her spirit alive, honoring her life and the love she shared with us all.