Debbie was born in Wayne, Michigan, April 23, 1982, a daughter of Charles Russell Pedersen and Lorena Malette Pedersen. She attended Antelope Valley College in California. Despite her health, Debbie ministered to everyone she met. She was a member Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church and also taught Sunday School at Ward Street Mission. Debbie enjoyed crafts and playing the piano.
Surviving are her parents and a brother, Philip Pedersen.
A Celebration of Debbie’s life will be held Saturday, February 17 at 11 a.m. in the Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church Chapel. The family will receive friends following the service in the Asbury Room. Davis Funeral Home is serving the family.