DEANNA REOLA SAULSBY

DEANNA REOLA SAULSBY

June 16, 1971 – April 1, 2026

A life marked by quiet strength and unyielding intellect came to a close on April 1, 2026, in Dallas, Texas, as Deanna Reola Saulsby, a devoted daughter, sister, and mentor, took her final breath. Born in Washington, DC, Deanna’s journey was one of steady dedication and profound care, a tapestry woven with resilience, love, and an unwavering commitment to those she cherished.

Deanna was a woman of reserve and quietude, yet her presence commanded respect through her sharp wit and no-nonsense demeanor. With a mind cultivated by years of rigorous education—from Chisolm Elementary and Sunnyside Elementary schools through Roosevelt Jr. High and East High in Wichita, Kansas, and finally blossoming at the University of Florida—she embodied the triumph of intellect and perseverance. Among her proudest accomplishments were the day she received her degree, a testament to her tenacity, and the moment she purchased her first home, a place where memories flourished and comfort reigned.

Her career as a DevOps Engineer at Booz Allen and Hamilton was more than a job; it was an arena in which Deanna thrived, demonstrating her keen leadership and strategic thinking. Yet beyond her professional achievements, it was the gentle passions of her off-hours that truly revealed the soul she nurtured within. Her love for reading unfurled vast worlds; caring for her fur baby Gaston offered daily displays of devotion; her artistic hands brought life to crafts, and travel opened new horizons upon which her spirit danced. Most treasured of all were the cherished moments spent with her niece and nephews who knew her as a beacon of quiet love and steadfast support.

Deanna’s story is held close not only by those who lived alongside her but by all who knew the noble lineage she carried with grace. She is survived by her father and step-mother, Louis and Delores Saulsby, and her brother and sister-in-law, Daryl and Michelle Saulsby as well as the joyful energy of her nephews, Christopher and Jacob and niece Victoria Saulsby. The glow of family extends further to a host of uncles, aunts, cousins, and dear friends—each touched indelibly by her presence. Her passing leaves a poignant void below the vast heavens where her grandmothers, Reola Collins and Alberta W Saulsby, and her mother, Charlezetta Saulsby, wait in quiet remembrance.

In Deanna’s life, there was no superfluity—only authenticity, intelligence, and an unmistakable compassion that did not cry out but quietly enveloped everyone lucky enough to know her. As we reflect on her journey, it is this reserved warmth and unwavering kindness that will forever echo in the hearts of those who walk forward without her physical presence. Deanna Reola Saulsby was a woman who lived with depth, loved with an open yet steadfast heart, and left behind a legacy of grace underpinned by resolute strength.

Her story is etched in the silent spaces between words, in the gentle care for a beloved pet, in the art lovingly crafted with patience, and in the steadfast bonds of family. Though the pages of her life have closed, the imprint she leaves is enduring—resonant, profound, and deeply felt. May we honor her memory by carrying forward that spirit of quiet courage and tender resolve she embodied until her last breath.