Service Details
Visitation: Monday, December 19, 2016
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home & Crematory
Funeral Service: Tuesday, December 20, 2016
11:00 a.m. (There will also be a visitation from 10-11 a.m.)
Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home
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Deborah Ann Pierre-Louis, 47 passed away at Aurora Medical Center in Kenosha on Wednesday, December 14, 2016.
Deb was born in Racine on November 15, 1969 to her parents, Tom and Kathy (nee: Drost) Fredrickson. She graduated from Park High School in 1987 and went on to attend UW-Parkside where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Management with a concentration in Human Resources. She was employed in this field with the Wisconsin Department of Corrections where she was a Director of Human Resources for many years and most recently in the recruitment of faculty and staff with UW-Parkside. Although she loved her jobs and the many people she worked with, her biggest love and accomplishment in life was her family.
She married Philippe Pierre-Louis on August 5, 2000 and they were blessed with three wonderful children. The deep love and commitment they have for their children will not die with her; instead, it will live on forever in their hearts and in the continued dedication and remembrance Philippe will instill in them.
Our Deborah was diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer in January 2015 and endured several chemotherapies and surgeries. Through it all, she remained strong and fought so hard until her very last, peaceful breath. Her strength and drive to survive this evil disease was because of her intense love for her husband and children – her biggest and number one priority. It is easy to focus on her last two years of life because they were so difficult but let us remember instead the 45 wonderful, healthy years we had with her.
Deb was selfless, loving, helpful, and kind. She loved to laugh, spend time with family, have fun, sing, tell Uncle Chuck jokes, and enjoyed activities like bowling and “glamping” with her a Pride of America Campground family. She will be severely missed by all of those who love her and whose lives she has touched. For those of us that are left behind, we must ensure there is increased funding for breast cancer research – especially for Triple Negative Breast Cancer. We do not want another mother, daughter, sister, or aunt to leave their heartbroken family behind.
Deborah is survived by her parents, Tom and Kathy Fredrickson; her husband, Philippe; their three children, Aidan (16), Chloe (14), and Alex (12); her fur-babies Jordan and Zoey; her sisters, Stacey (Tony) Seidl and Jody (John) Seidl; nieces and nephews Kyle (Amanda) and Jacob Seidl, and Kelsey, Evan, and Katey Seidl; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Christian and Danielle Pierre –Louis of Martinique; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Pascale Nicolas, Gilles Pierre-Louis both of Martinique, Claire (Jeremie) Dufau of Chapareillan, France, Jessy (Jeremy) Belfroy of Martinique; her many nieces and nephews on her husband’s side; aunts, uncles, cousins too many to mention; her great friends, Lauri (Scott) Buck, Deb Hunt, and Shellie (Jamie) Bull. She was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Art and Doris Fredrickson; maternal grandparents, Les and Betty Drost; and Aunt Molly and Uncle Roger.
Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Monday evening, December 19th, for a visitation from 6-8 p.m. The celebration of Deb’s life and funeral service will be held in the funeral home on Tuesday, December 20, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Javier Guativa. There will also be a visitation in the funeral home on Tuesday from 10-11 a.m. Her interment will take place at West Lawn Memorial Park following the service. Memorials have been suggested to the family for a fund to be established at a later date.
The family would like to thank Chuck and Theresa Torosian for their generosity in hosting Deb’s Cancer Benefit in September. We would like to thank the kind staff at Kenosha Aurora Hospital ICU and to their wonderful Hospice staff as well. A huge and sincere thanks goes to Dr. Mullane, Kelly, and the entire staff at the Aurora Cancer Center in Racine for their heartfelt care and compassion they showed to our beautiful Deborah.
Connie Wheeler says
My heartfelt sympathy to Jody and all of Deborah’s family!
Even with her relatively short time at UW Parkside, she made her sweet, loving mark on so many of us!
Deb was a wonderful person……we will surely miss her!
Bob n Jeanne says
Such a beautiful Lady. Our condolences Phillipe, Aiden, Chloe and Alex.
Ruth Tylock says
My thoughts and prayers to everyone.
Tom and Gereene says
WE are so very sorry to read of Deborah`s death. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Anonymous says
Sending our deepest condolences to you all.
Very Sincerely,
Todd and Jenny Ripley
Mohea Nicolad says
Une tante aimée de tous. Je ne l’ai connu que récemment mais j’ai pu voir en elle une personne exceptionnelle. C’est avec malheur que j’ai appris la nouvelle de sa mort. Un soutient a toute sa famille ainsi qu’à mon oncle Philippe Pierre Louis et leurs enfants.
Lisa Matsen says
My love and prayers go out to the family. Deb will be missed greatly.
Cathy Bachelder says
My heart is breaking for the family members of Deb, her husband and children, her sister’s and her parents, all which were good friends to me. I love you Deb and so sad to see you go but know with all my heart you are in a good place where you will never be sick again and we all will see you again one day.
Cathy Bachelder, Daytona Beach, Fl says
My heart is breaking for the family members of Deb, her husband and children, her sister’s and her parents, all which were good friends to me. I love you Deb and so sad to see you go but know with all my heart you are in a good place where you will never be sick again and we all will see you again one day.
Jane and Christopher Olley and Katherine and family says
Our thoughts and prayers to Phillipee and kids! Deb will always be with you! As well as all your friends and family will be holding you up..
Jean-Noël Kouamé says
Philippe,
Mes sincères condoléances. Et qu’elle repose en paix.
Tina Wasik says
So very sorry for your loss. I went to school with Debbie and I have many fond memories of her. So very saddened to hear of her passing and illness.
Cindie Kouane says
Desolee!!!!!! Just saddened….my ❤ goes to all of u!!!!!!! So sorry….ton famille dan Mon couer….
Shawn Maelly Jessie Jérémie says
Nos sincères pensées, condoléances, et affection à toute la famille
Repose en paix
On vous aime
Sheri Marr says
My heart weighs heavy as I think of Deb’s husband, children and her entire family. Deb’s kind and gentle spirit along with her sincere smile always made me feel comforted in her presence. I am praying that Deb’s family finds comfort in knowing how she touched so many of us in such a positive way.
Tricia says
RIP Debbie! I am at a loss for words. I would like to say that now that you are in heaven and no longer sick, you have all that healthy, positive energy to be your children’s full time guardian angel. And the best part, they can’t talk back to you. No seriously though, the world has lost an amazing woman who loved people unconditionally. Her heart was filled with nothing but love for everyone she came in contact with. She will truly be missed by many. I love you Debbie!
Eskimo Legend
Say not in grief: “She is no more”,
but live in thankfulness that she was.
Claire et Jérémie Dufau says
Deb était la personnification de l’amour, une femme forte, généreuse et volontaire. Un vrai modèle pour nous tous. Tu nous manqueras Deborah. Toutes nos condoléances Philippe, Aidan, Chloe et Alexandre.
David Campisi says
We are so very sorry for your loss. Philippe, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Our deepest condolences,
David and Janine Campisi
Anonymous says
Je suis si heureuse d’avoir connu Deb, hélas on ne s’est pas vu assez souvent.
J’en garde une image lumineuse, sa beauté extérieure reflétait sa grande beauté intérieure.
C’était une femme accomplie qui a rendu sa famille et mon frère très heureux.
Elle était forte et d’une grande douceur.
Son courage et sa foi mises à l’épreuve, elle n’a pas failli.
Je lui rend hommage, elle était une vraie sœur pour nous et les quelques jours passés ensemble en France nous ont marqué de joie.
Elle a été un ciment de douceur pour notre famille dispersée géographiquement.
Je parle au nom de tous, son décès nous a peiné mais nous sommes sûr que son empreinte d’amour ne s’effacera pas de nos cœurs et que ces retrouvailles ne sont qu’un commencement.
Tendresse de ta famille française et martiniquaise.
Ta sœur Pascale.
I am so happy to have known Deb, alas we have not seen often enough.
I keep a luminous image, its external beauty reflected its great inner beauty
She was an accomplished woman who made her family and my brother very happy..
She was strong and gentle.
Her courage and faith put her to the test, she did not fail..
I pay homage to her, she was a real sister to us and the few days spent together in France marked us with joy.
It was a cement of sweetness for our family geographically dispersed.
I speak in the name of all, his death has pained us but we are sure that his imprint of love will not fade from our hearts and that these reunions are only a beginning.
Tenderness of your French and Martinique family.
Your sister Pascale.
Garen Morris says
My deepest condolences to all of you
Charles Drost says
Debbie. I am so glad I made the decision to drive up and see you while you were still with us. You have been a constant source of joy and happiness and love in my life ever since the day you were born. I am going to miss you deeply as are so many others. Please say Hi to mom and dad for me and with any luck, on my part, I will see you in a much better place than this. I love you and I will miss you and your wonderful sense of humor. Uncle Chuck
Anna says
I want to extend my condolences to the family and friends of Deborah.
The warm and loving memories you have of her will always be a part of
you. Cherish those memories. Our creator is a God of love who views
death as an enemy that will be destroyed in his due time. He will also
eliminate all causes of pain and suffering. Please find some comfort from God’s Word, the Bible at Revelation 21:3,4
Sandra Baugh says
I want to extend my condolences to the family and friends of Deborah. She is in a better place. God please provide this family with strength and prayers to be strong and support each other. Please know your wife and mother will never leave you and will be with you forever in your hearts. God Bless you!
Daniel PIERRE-LOUIS says
Bonjour Philippe
Je n’ai pas connu ton épouse Deborah Anne et c’est avec compassion que je te transmets mes très sincères condoléances ainsi qu’à tes enfants.
Je prierai pour elle, pour toi et tes enfants.
Gros bisous
David PIERRE-LOUIS says
Djenaye et moi nous joignons à toute la famille dans ce moment de douleur
Nous lui souhaitons d’avoir trouvé la paix
Nous sommes de tout cœur avec vous .
Julie says
Dearest Jody,
I am soooooooo sad and sorry to hear about your loss. My love & thoughts to you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Sasha Stjepanovic says
Phillipe, my sincere condolences for your loss.
Sandy Gottfredsen says
Philippe, my prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family at this time. Your wife, Deb, made such an impression on me when she would bring your children to CCD. She was so full of love and life, and always so happy! May God Bless you and your children at this time, and have faith that one day you will be together….again.
Kathy says
My sincere condolences to the family, It is a tragedy indeed to lose someone so full of life in death. I lost my precious daughter and I know your pain and hurt. Almighty God promises that soon there will be no more death, pain, tears or sorrow. All the things that have caused us hurt will soon be a thing of the past. Revelation 21:3,4 He promises that we will be reunited with our loved ones in a beautiful paradise that is just around the corner
Jane Duchac says
I am so sorry for your loss. Peace for you, Deb. Love and comfort to your family and friends by each other, with each other. Love remains forever.