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Deborah LaSorte Obituary

Deborah Reichert LaSorte

West Palm Beach, FL

Deborah Reichert LaSorte, 54, died suddenly in West Palm Beach on August 13, 2017.

Born in Battle Creek, Michigan in 1962, Debbie moved to West Palm Beach right after high school to work at the Palm Beach County Courthouse, where she met her future husband Al LaSorte. Debbie then enrolled at Florida Atlantic University and went on to become a teacher in the Palm Beach County Public School System. 

Debbie was known for her huge heart, and her willingness to help any and all who may be in need. She had a smile that would light up any room, and was as beautiful on the inside as she was on the outside. Debbie was a long-time volunteer with Kenya Relief, making trips to Kenya to help support its wonderful medical clinic, orphanage and school. She will be greatly missed by the many people whose lives she impacted for the better.

Debbie is survived by her loving husband of thirty-two years, Al, their son Andrew and daughter Allie, parents Loyd Reichert and Patricia Reichert, sister Lori Shuee (Brent), brother Todd Reichert, niece Lauren Fair (Drew), nephew Billy Walters (Kimberly), brothers-in-law Joseph LaSorte (Lisa), Michael LaSorte and David LaSorte, and numerous extended family.

A Memorial Service is scheduled for Saturday, August 19 at 11:30 am at Quattlebaum Funeral Home, 5411 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach. Family and friends are invited to attend a viewing immediately before the memorial service, beginning at 10:00 am.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Kenya Relief. A link has been set up on the Kenya Relief website for this purpose. Please go to KenyaRelief.org/donate and look for the "In memory of Debbie LaSorte" link.

Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Aug. 17, 2017.
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Dear Debbie in Heaven, I can hardly believe you have been gone four years now...I keep your last text message to me as a reminder of the sunshine you brought to my life. I am surrounded by all the gifts you showered on me...your warmth and beauty were the best gift of all. I will miss you always and honor your memory forever...God Bless your family and friends, this is a tough time for all of us. Rest in Peace dear angel.

Margaret Jordan

Friend

August 12, 2021

There are no words to describe the sadness of losing such a dear friend. Debbie was such a dazzling bright light in my life. I loved every minute I ever spent with her. She always made me feel special, even when she was feeling down. She spent her life trying to help others. I looked up to her as an example of the person I should become. She introduced me to Spa Days, which I am forever grateful for...She gifted me with so many beautiful things from earrings to candles. I am surrounded by her memory and cherish it. I know it must be so hard for you, Al, Allie and Andrew. But you had the greatest Wife/Mother and will have her memory forever. I will always keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Margaret Jordan

Margaret Jordan

Friend

August 11, 2020

Dear Al, Allie and Andrew,

There are still no words to express my feelings of sorrow over this unimaginable tragedy. I think back to the day this supermodel walked into my classroom. Incredibly, I soon discovered that this strikingly beautiful woman was even more beautiful on the inside.

I regret that I did not stay in touch since shortly after the accident. My desire to become dear friends remains steadfast. I will call tomorrow. In the meantime, please know that I was proud to know Deb for the short time that I did. She will remain in my thoughts and prayers until the end of my days.

God Bless You,

GLENN SWIFT

August 14, 2019

Al, Allie and Andrew,
My heart goes out to you on the second anniversary. I keep Debbies prayer card on my vanity and every single day pray that she is in peace. I know she is in heaven as an angel looking down with a smile on her face. She inspires me to live my life to the fullest. God bless you LaSorte family.

Margaret

August 12, 2019

There are still no words. There is only the promise of seeing you again in the Kingdom of Heaven.

Donna Bennington

Friend

August 11, 2019

I don't know what to say, so I'll pray...for peace and comfort for the entire LaSorte family. Debbie was a beautiful person inside and out...now an angel living in all the hearts she touched.

Denise-Marie

September 1, 2017

My deepest sympathies. What a beautiful woman with a heart of gold.

Eunice Baros

August 26, 2017

DEAR AL , ALLIE and ANDREW
I am speechless and saddened to hear of this tragic loss to your family . I have known Debbie for years and she was a beautiful soul with a smile that touched the heart of everyone she met . I am so sorry ........
With sympathy and love
Filomena Mia Manente

Mia

August 24, 2017

Dear Al, Allie and Andrew,

My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so saddened by the pain you are feeling. The Celebration of Life service on Saturday was a beautiful tribute to beautiful, amazing Deb. Deb will be missed by so many people, but I know that her legacy will forever touch and encourage others. Be encouraged by her love for you and how you enhanced each other's lives.

Please reach out if there is anything at all you need.

Barbara Richardson

Friend

August 21, 2017

Al:
After all these years of not seeing each other, I wish these weren't the words I was expressing.

Very, very sorry for your loss.

With deepest sympathy,

Jerry duPhily

Jerry & Lindsay duPhily

August 21, 2017

We are all shocked, devastated, and saddened over the loss of Debbie. She made our life so much better just knowing her. Debbie was one of the most personable and altruistic individuals we have ever known. Our sincerest sympathy to Al, Allie, and Andrew.

Manuel & Victoria Pataca

August 20, 2017

My heart is heavy with the passing of Debbie, my deepest condolences to her family and friends. Debbie and I were friends and classmates from elementary at Minges Brook to Lakeview High in Battle Creek. May her memories and work live on, Rest In Peace my friend.

Mike Niemann

August 20, 2017

Saying good bye was not fitting yesterday. I wanted to remember you for all that you are. I'm so proud and happy to have been selected and honored to have known you in this lifetime. Al, Allie and Andrew she loved you all very very much. Only time will assist with your grieving process. Take solice in knowing she is alive in everyone's heart she had an opportunity to touch and because of that she will never fade. She was a servant to all those around her and it has given me that light to do more in her memory. We LOVE you all ...

Kaydian Boothe-Matthews

August 20, 2017

We are deeply saddened by the sudden, tragic loss of Deborah. She was a beautiful person with a kind heart, and her legacy will live on in her family and all those she reached out to help. Our thoughts and prayers are with Al, Allie, Andrew and the entire LaSorte and Reichert family.

Tom & Rita O'Malley

August 19, 2017

Condolences from the Myer Family. Growing up with the Reichert family was a great experience! Sorry to hear of the tragic loss of Debbie.

Phil Myer

August 19, 2017

I'm so very sorry for your loss, so tragic. May God bless you and give you the strength to carry on.

Marlene Clarke

August 19, 2017

So sorry to hear of the loss of a very special person. She will be greatly missed.

Jon Gillette

August 19, 2017

Al, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. What a wonderful tribute to Deb. Stay strong in this time.

Margie Cooper

August 19, 2017

Al,
Carol and I will come by to see you whenever you are ready. You and your family must be devastated by this sudden unexpected loss. Indicative of Deb's nature, I will never forget that Shutts party when she was the only one fearless enough to let that giant boa constrictor wrap itself around her. We will miss her.
Love, Rob and Carol Wilkins

August 19, 2017

We are deeply saddened by the sudden, tragic loss of Deborah. Our hearts go out to Al, who met Deborah when we all worked in the Palm Beach County Courthouse, their children Allie and Andrew, and the entire Lasorte and Reichert family. Deborah was a beautiful person with a kind and gentle heart. Her legacy will live on in her family, and all those she touched with a helping hand.

Tom & Rita O'Malley

August 19, 2017

It's a very sad day to say goodbye to one of the most special people I have ever met. Debbie was a shining light to all who knew her. My heart goes out to the family. And I pray for all of us to get through this day and many more to come which will be filled with sadness. But knowing that we will meet again in heaven is a big comfort. Rest in peace my dear sister

Margaret Jordan

August 19, 2017

Al and family; I have an appointment tomorrow that I cannot cancel, otherwise I would be at Deborah's Memorial Service. My condolences to you. I wish there was something I could do to take away some of the pain. Hugs to you and family. I wish I could do more.

Jeanette Wilson

August 18, 2017

Al, Andrew and Allie, I am sorry to hear about the sudden passing of Debbie. She was an amazing person and touched all she met!My condolences are with all of you

Cathy Peterson

August 18, 2017

I went through school with Debbie in Battle Creek - she was truly liked by all. How could we all not adore her bright smile and energetic personality. So very sorry for your incredible loss.

Susie (Franklin) Behnke

Susan Behnke

August 18, 2017

My dear, sweet friend. I will never forget the first time we met at my front door. You may be gone from this world, but certainly will never be forgotten. I know I will see you again in the Kingdom of Heaven. Save a place for me at Our Father's table. We will feast, laugh, and talk about the intense love we share for our families. I love you, Deb. You were a good friend. Love, Donna

Donna Bennington

August 18, 2017

Donna Bennington

August 18, 2017

I've been friends with Debbie since 8th grade. I remember her as beautiful, sure and determined.... So sorry to learn of this tragic event and for her family's loss.

Janice Kwiatkowski

August 18, 2017

My deepest condolences to the LaSorte family. Although it has been many years, I remember Deborah well from my days at Rosarian. I remember always thinking she was so beautiful when I was a child. Sending love, prayers, and comfort during this very difficult time. I am so, incredibly sorry for your loss. Gone from the physical world, yet her spirit will always be with you.

With sympathy, Ay Langdon's daughter,
Alicia

Alicia Luoma

August 17, 2017

Dear Allie, Andrew and Al,

Sending you prayers and support for the impossible reality that you are now dealing with in the loss of your mother and beautiful bride.
We are all saddened by the passing of an amazing and loving girl...woman that was Deb.
Please accept our most sincere condolences

Lawrence moens

August 17, 2017

Lawrence moens

August 17, 2017

So very sorry for your loss, we were neighbors many years ago and she was a beautiful person.

Anne Parlin

August 17, 2017

annette andre

August 17, 2017

Debbie was a beautiful person. May her family find comfort and strength in God's arms at this incredibly painful time. My deepest condolences.

Stephanie Sebring

August 17, 2017

Deb was wonderful her smile give everyone joy and happiness. We all loved you see you in heaven

Jim Moor

August 17, 2017

It was November 2005 in a small cafe in Venice Italy when we first met and shared a table and Debbie and Al.

When I saw Debbie I thought a film star had walked in, she was such a beautiful lady.

Within a short while my wife Jane and I were chatting with Al and Debbie and the four of us spent the next three days together exploring Venice.

I remember on one of these days Al had noticed that Debbie had been admiring a ring in a jewellery shop and he plotted with Jane and I to distract Debbie whilst he went back to buy the ring for her. It was obvious to all that they loved each other very much.

We live in the UK so we have not had the pleasure of seeing Al and Debbie regularly, although we did meet up again a few years ago and are so proud to call them friends.

It is so difficult to write here of Debbie in the past tense. She was such a vibrant and warm person and it doesn't seem possible that her bright light can have been extinguished from this world.

Debbie, we will both miss you very much, it really hurts to think that you are no longer there.

Our thoughts will be with you on Saturday Debbie and with Al and your family who must be hurting beyond pain

With Love from Jane and Colin

Colin & Jane Barber

August 17, 2017

To my cousin Al and family, I'm so very sorry for this extremely difficult loss. My dad, Tom Pacello, spoke very highly of Debbie. He enjoyed spending time with you recently. What a beautiful person, and it sounds like she gave so much to others. I wish I could've known her. I'll be thinking and praying for your comfort and peace.

Kelli Pacello de Witt

August 17, 2017

Al, Andrew, and Allie my heart goes out to all of you, and your entire family. Debbie was such a loving, giving, beautiful, in many ways, wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and I am proud to say my friend.
I loved her dearly.
God Bless you

Barbara Johnson

August 17, 2017

Dear Sweet Debbie❤
You will be so missed
To me your smile says everything
Till we meet again my friend.

Dear Family
I am so sorry for your loss.
May the Lord send His Comforter to ease
Your pain.

Susan Woerner

August 17, 2017

Debbie and Al were the epitome of a loving, wonderful couple. Although we only spent time with Debbie at our parties, dinners and such, we remember her as lighting up the room with her smile, her warmth and her humanity. She was as special as everyone says.

Debbie was a remarkable person and the world is a much darker place with her removed from it. Our hearts go out to her family and her friends. Both Nancy and I are devastated by her passing and she will remain in our prayers. We wish Al every blessing as he goes forward.

Jim & Nancy Priddy

August 17, 2017

Dear Allie, Andrew and Al,

I just got in from Asheville, NC and heard the horrible news. I am devastated. I can hardly type I am so hurt. Debbie was one of the most beautiful women.. in every way imaginable...that I have ever been blessed enough to know. She never stopped thinking about others, whether it be family, friends or the countless people she met in her mission work, Deb extended a loving hand regardless of age, race or walk of life. She has made this a better world. My life was enriched by Deb and I am ever so grateful that I was blessed to know her. My heart goes out to her beautiful family that she loved so very much. I pray that you can find strength to pull through this. May you honor her memory always.

God Bless,
Glenn Swift

Glenn Swift

August 16, 2017

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