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Deborah Denise Riley

Jan 4, 1952 – Dec 31, 2021

Service Details

Funeral: Tuesday, January 11, 2022  11:00am

Visitation: Tuesday, January 11, 2022 9:00am – 11:00am

Location: Chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Rd., Racine, WI.

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Racine, WI. – Deborah Riley, age 69, was born into eternal life on December 31, 2021. Deborah was born in Racine, Wisconsin on January 4, 1952, to the late Leon Riley and Beatrice (Nee: Brown) Crain. Deborah accepted the Lord at an early age.

Deborah attended Bradford High School in Kenosha, WI prior to moving to Racine, WI. She worked as a Supervisor at Great Northern Corporation and a Customer Service Representative at Valet Cleaners. In her past-time, she loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She also loved listening to music, singing, shopping, doing word search puzzles and faithfully listening to her police scanner. She was very protective of her family and always had great advice to assist in any situation. Her infectious smile and personality were a beacon of light to many.

Deborah leaves to cherish her loving and joyful memory, two daughters, LaTasha Riley and Kimberly McGee; one son, Jason (Angela) Riley, all of Racine, WI; six grandchildren, Jordyn, Christopher, Brandyn, Justin, Rylee and Randi, all of Racine, WI; eight great-grandchildren, Joryah, Ft. Worth, TX, Londyn, Jayda, Brooklyn, Jayceon, Jordyn Jr., Je’Zhi and Journee, all of Racine, WI; three brothers, James, Quitman, MS, Donnie and Byron, Racine, WI; five sisters, Gwendolyn, Kenosha, WI, Beverly and Cathanetia, Milwaukee, WI, Pamela (Robert) Long, Racine, WI and Patricia Griggs, Tampa, FL; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a dear family friend, Mike Coleman, Racine, WI.

In addition to her parents, Deborah was preceded in death by the father of her children, Paul (Doug) Freeman; one brother, Eric Riley; three sisters, Pearlee Mae Riley, Jonnie Mae Riley and Lois Howze; and a special aunt and uncle, Samuel and Katie Mae Dumas.

Homegoing services will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at 11:00 am in the chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Road, Racine, WI. Viewing will be in the chapel 9:00 am – 11:00 am.

** DUE TO THE HIGH RISE OF COVID INFECTION, THE FAMILY HAS REQUESTED THAT MASKS BE WORN AT ALL TIME WHILE IN THE FUNERAL HOME, ALONG WITH APPROPRIATE SOCIAL DISTANCING. **

Guestbook Entries

  3. Denise McWhorter says

    My Condolences to the Riley family, may God cover you with his love and healing😇

  6. Evelyn Clark says

    Deborah will truly be missed by my family. Kim, being my Godchild, Deborah always was willing to let her stay close to Don and myself Will continue to pray for the entire family ❤🙏🏽

  8. Bobbie Jo Bedford Randolph says

    Beautiful lady and my friend, always a smile. Love you Deb. RIP you fought a long fight.

  13. Joyce Butler-Smith says

    To Tasha, Kim, Jason, and family:
    Our heartfelt condolences to you. Thank you Tasha for the call. I remember after each phone call with your Mom it would end with “we are family”. May God comfort you all during this difficult time.
    Love Buddy, Joyce, and daughters Atlanta, GA

  14. Cathanetia Riley says

    I will truly miss my sister Tremendously. Thank you sister for the love you had for me Thank God for a sister like you I will always miss you Love you Deborah Riley💜💜😢😢

  17. Yolanda Harris says

    Kim, Tasha, I’m so sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. You have my deepest condolences. Praying that the Holy Spirit will comfort you and your family during this time.

  18. Elaine Smith-Williams Louisville,KY says

    “I lift up my eyes to the mountains- where does my help comes from? My help comes from the Lord,the Maker of Heaven and earth.” Psalm 121: 1-2. Thank you, Debra for ALWAYS being kind to me and my Family.

  19. ReobieMarkham ( Brooks) says

    To the family of Deborah Riley my condolences to you all. Let God be your comforter in your time of grief. He will comfort you like non other if you allow him to. I have known Deborah since the 6th grade at Garfield Elementary school and we lived on Milwaukee Avenue they lived upstairs and we lived downstairs next to the store. I enjoyed playing with Deborah and Gwen, Erik, Beverly (Bobably) Pam, and Pat. Rest in peace Deborah.

    Reobie

  20. Anonymous says

    Marcia Reynolds Collier, My deepest condolences to the Riley Family. So sorry for your loss.

  21. SK n Marilyn Pearson ( Williams) says

    Too the love ones that Debra left behind sending my heart felt condolences we just hook back up you have a place in my heart you drought a good fight take your rest sweetie pray we will see each other again ❤️🙏🏾

  24. KiTT says

    What a beautiful lady, both inside and out! I have so many awesome memories of being at Debs growing up.. Fam – KNOW you are loved, being lifted in prayer, and never alone. Words cannot express my love and heart filled condolences during this heavenly transition. May the Lord bless her coming home as He strengthens you to let her go to Him. I love you Tasha. I love you Kim. I love you Jason. I’ll do anything I’m able to do if you need me. Praying for you and your babies with my whole heart. We got this.

  25. Lori & William Suggs says

    Those we love do not go away, they walk beside us every day and when someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure. Family you have my deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences and love.

  28. Joel Badie says

    To my cousins my prayers are with you all and your families. I always loved her sweet and welcoming spirit. I always looked for her at the gatherings she will be missed.

  29. Sherri L. Jackson says

    May God’s peace, presence and power be with each of you and sustain you!
    Rev. Sherri L. Jackson
    Alexandria, Louisiana

  31. LaVia Turner-Smith says

    Sending my deepest condolences to the family! May God keep you all in perfect peace❤

  32. Barbra Buckley says

    Condolences to my family. Debra I thank God for you being a good caring cousin to me. I’m gonna miss your beautiful smile. Peace to your children and our family. Until we meet again 💖💖💖💖❗️

  34. Vanessa Turner says

    Tasha, Kim, and Jason- you and your entire family are in our prayers. I remember your mom to have such a beautiful spirit. I pray For your continued strength during these trying times🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽

  35. Willie Tunky Riley, James Riley, She-Rue Curtis Riley says

    Sincere condolences from the Riley family in San Diego Ca

  36. Eva Mae Dumas-Green says

    Remembering you Deborah with love and always respect to your family I send prayers 🙏🏼of strength and healing…till we meet again.

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