Debra "Debbie" Ann Tollefson

Debra “Debbie” Ann Tollefson, 68, of Manitowoc passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025 The Winds/HIL.

Debbie was born on September 29, 1956 in Manitowoc to Anton and Adeline (Hettmann) Tollefson. She attended Riverview School in Manitowoc and she enjoyed working at the Holiday House. Debbie enjoyed beading, particularly making key chains, playing cards, especially Kings in the Corner, and she loved doing puzzles, word books, and her stuffed animals.

Debbie is survived by her sister and brother-in-law: Karen and Mark Klein; nieces and nephews: Brenna (Jim) Fieferek, Jesse (Robin) Klein, and Laura (significant other Casey Mueller) Klein; and aunt: Cecelia Skrepenski. She is further survived by great nieces, great nephews, great-great nieces and nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Debbie was preceded in death by her parents: Anton and Adeline Tollefson; and her twin sister: Donna Tollefson.

A funeral service to celebrate Debbie’s life will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 11:00 am at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 928 S. 14th Street, with Deacon Al Boedlt officiating. Relatives and friends may greet the family on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at the funeral home from 10:00 am until the time of service at 11:00am. Debbie will be laid to rest at St. Peter Cemetery.

Expressions of sympathy can be made to the family by visiting www.lakeshorefamilyfuneralhomes.com

The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to Jenah, Katie, Tabitha, Robyn, and all the staff at “The Winds / HIL”. Also to Cathy, RN at Homecare Health Services and Hospice, and all the nurses who cared for Debbie.

The Lakeshore Family Funeral Homes, Pfeffer location, is assisting the family with arrangements.  

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