Deborah Lynn “Debbie” Wilson, 72, of South Bend, Indiana, passed away on April 30, 2026, at IU Health in Indianapolis, Indiana, due to complications of medical illness. Deborah was born on October 11, 1953, in Dowagiac, Michigan, and grew up in Cassopolis, Michigan, to Richard Hubert Rettic and Orma June Rettic (née Barcus). She spent much of her adult life in South Bend, Indiana, where she raised her family and built a lasting legacy centered on love, resilience, and devotion to her children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Gene Wilson, who passed away on May 16, 2018, and her brother, Kevin Rettic (April 11, 2024). Deborah is survived by her children: Heather Lynn Ramirez (née Ellis) and husband Ceasar Roberto Ramirez of Copemish, Michigan; Phillip Rettic Wilson and wife Anita Marie Wilson (née Hopman) of Mishawaka, Indiana; Michael Wesley Wilson of South Bend, Indiana; and Andrew Curtis Wilson and wife Jill Michelle Wilson (née DeJulio) of Superior, Colorado. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Liathano Ellis Ramirez, Scarlett Jessicalynn Ramirez, Xander Dmitri Ramirez, Alivia Marie Kay Wilson, Josie Meah Kerrin Wilson, Zeke Michael Wilson, Kaia Grace Wilson, and Evie Quinn Wilson, along with many extended family members. She is further survived by her sister, Sandra Rossow and husband Kevin Rossow of Cassopolis, Michigan, and many nieces and nephews. She will be remembered for her strength, warmth, and unwavering love for her family. The family will host a private service.



