Deborah C. “Debi” Cesarine, a lifelong resident of Ridley Park, Pennsylvania, passed away on October 8, 2025, at Rosewood Gardens. She was 71 years old. Born in Ridley Park, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Doris Fritz Hardy. Debi’s life was marked by her deep commitment to family and community, as well as her passion for local sports.
Cesarine graduated from Ridley High School in the class of 1972 and went on to attend Bloomsburg University. Her professional career included many years as a claims adjuster at Prudential Insurance Company. Known for her dedication and work ethic, Debi made a significant impact on her colleagues and the clients she served.
Community Engagement and Personal Interests
A member of the Ridley Park Baptist Church, Debi was actively involved in her community. Her love for local sports was evident through her unwavering support for the Philadelphia Phillies and Philadelphia Eagles. In her leisure time, she enjoyed going to the beach, taking day trips with family and friends, and engaging in her favorite pastime of completing Sudoku puzzles.
Debi was also a devoted pet owner, cherishing her cats, Mittens and Striker. Yet, her most treasured moments were spent with family. She is survived by her cherished daughter, Krista M. Cesarine, and was preceded in death by her husband, the late Thomas R. Cesarine.
Final Farewell and Memorial Contributions
Debi’s family expressed their gratitude to the nurses and staff at Rosewood Gardens for the compassionate care they provided during her final days. Her passing leaves a profound void in the lives of those who knew and loved her, including lifelong friends Raymond Frese and Barbara Sekscinski, her nephew Stephen Cesarine, her aunt Ruth Madison, and her cousin Fran Dumigan.
A funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM on October 18, 2025, at the White-Luttrell Funeral Home located at 311 N. Swarthmore Ave., Ridley Park. Relatives and friends are invited to call after 9:30 AM. Following the service, Debi will be laid to rest at SS. Peter & Paul Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association at http://www.mda.org/ or to the Ridley Park Police Association, located at 230 West Chester Pike, Ridley Park, PA 19078. These gestures will honor Debi’s memory and support causes she cared about deeply.