

Born in New Bedford, a daughter of Lila (Howard) Wilson and the late Robert Gaudreau. Debra was a graduate of Bishop Stang High School, class of 1984 and she received her BA in Social Work from UMASS Dartmouth. She was employed by Adam's Air Freight and dispatched for WRAG-TIME for over 10 years. She was later employed by AHEAD Headgear.
Debbie had a beautiful and infectious smile. She had a genuine way of comforting people in need and at the same time the authority to help them do what was best for them. She had patience and persistence with children to encourage their full potential. From deeply bonding with her first grandchild, she had an understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder and she was passionate about advocating for awareness and acceptance.
She loved salt air and ocean waves and her favorite place was Fort Pheonix in Fairhaven. She loved spending time with family, especially her grandchildren. She loved tanning in the sunshine, music, dancing and singing with friends, and swimming in Spectacle Pond in Wareham. Debbie was a proud Mother and Grandmother and loved her family tremendously.
Debbie touched the lives of many and will be greatly missed. She will be remembered for her gentleness, beautiful smile, blue eyes, and positive energy.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children; her daughter Katelyn Carvalho and her husband, Chad of Acushnet; Her son Ryan Langlois of E. Wareham and his companion Hannah Pickup; her two step-sons, Jonathan Morse of Fairhaven and Jason Morse of NC; her brother Robert Gaudreau; her four grandchildren Desirae (Desi), Damon and Dalton Carvalho and Kennedy Morse and her many beloved family and friends.
In Lieu of flowers, Contribution's in Debra's honor may be made to: Autism Society of America, 6110 Executive Blvd., Suite 305, Rockville, Maryland 20852
Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 23, 2021 from 2:00 to 5:00PM in the ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 1285 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA. Relatives and friends are invited. Burial will be private. To leave a note of condolence: www.rock-funeralhome.com
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Autism Society of America6110 Executive Blvd., Suite 305, Rockville, Maryland 20852
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