Debra Jean Lee Obituary
The world bids farewell to Debra Jean Lee (Machesney Park, Illinois), born in Rockford, Illinois, departing on February 23, 2026 at the age of 66. Debra leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Debra Jean Lee to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Oberline Lee and Imogene Lee (Carr); her stepfather LaVerne Sholes; her sister Bonnie Pickett (Lee); and her granddaughter Maria Ramirez.
She is survived by: her children, Carlos Ramirez of Rockford, IL, Gustavo "Gus" Ramirez of Rockford, IL, Phoebe Sweetman-Joesil (Nick Joesil) of Jacksonville, FL, Brandon Sweetman of Rockford, IL and Jamie Beebe (Bunting) of Las Cruces, NM.; her grandchildren, Rebeca Ramirez, Aaliyah Ramirez, Serenity Ramirez, Nickolas Joesil, Phelicity Joesil, Armond Beebe, Tristen Beebe, Madison Beebe, Karly Beebe and Kale Beebe; her great grandchild Paisley Ramirez; and her siblings, Teddy Lee (Dawn) of Houston, TX, Robert Sholes of Rockford, IL, Ronald Sholes of Jacksonville, FL and Penny Sholes of St. Augustine, FL. She is also survived by nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Saturday, March 7th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Sunset Funeral Home (8800 N Alpine Rd, Machesney Park, IL 61115). A funeral service was held on Saturday, March 7th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
