Debbie Blackburn

Deborah Blackburn ( Stevens; January 12, 1951 – August 10, 2025) was an American politician who served in the Oklahoma House of Representatives from 1995 until term limited in 2007. A member of the Democratic Party, she represented the 88th district.

In addition to serving in the House, Blackburn worked as a teacher and publisher. She also married Oklahoma historian Bob Blackburn.

Early life, education and family Deborah Kay 'Debbie' Blackburn was born on January 12, 1951, in Woodward, Oklahoma. Her father was a small business owner and her mother a homemaker for most of her life. She was interested at an early age in history and sociology. Blackburn completed all of her grade school education in her hometown and graduated from high school in Woodward. Blackburn taught history in Altus, Oklahoma, for four years. In 1978, she married historian Bob Blackburn and the couple moved to Oklahoma City, where they would raise their one son and restored three historic homes. She was a member of the Democratic Party.

Later life and death In 2014, both Debbie and her husband Bob were honored with the Treasures for Tomorrow award. This honor recognizes the individuals whose actions serve as a model for quality values and goodness in the Oklahoma City community.

Blackburn died at her home in Oklahoma City on August 10, 2025, at the age of 74.