Debra Gonzalez

Debra Gonzalez obituary

Debra Gonzalez

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Debra Gonzalez Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Pierce Funeral Home - Canton on Nov. 17, 2025.

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Debra Sue (Chaloupek) Gonzalez was born February 23, 1957 and reunited with her heavenly Father on November 15, 2025.

Debra was born in Fairview, OK to James Chaloupek and Electa (Meairs) Chaloupek. Debra grew up in the Longdale-Canton area and attended Canton schools, later receiving a GED. Deb was the youngest child of 5 and her older siblings Janelle, John, James, Linda all loved spoiling her and giving her much love and attention Debbie married Oscar Gonzalez of Binger, OK in 1974 at 17 years old at the Christian Church of Canton. Debra and Oscar raised 3 beautiful and onery boys Shane, Jeremy, and Jesse and enjoyed the joys and endured the challenges of motherhood. Debra and her family moved to Fairview in 1988 and many of her years dedicated to working in retail near where she resided OK, TX, and WY.

Debra tragically lost oldest son Shane in an accident in 1998 and often shared precious memories of his athletic ability and handsome good looks to many, and awaited the days until she could be reunited with him in Heaven. In June 2000, Debra became a proud grandmother to her first grandchild, Daeshawna Sue Gonzalez. Debra later took on the mother role proudly, raising her granddaughter in Canton, OK. One of Debra's most treasured titles was being "Mimi" to her grandbabies and great grandbabies. Debra moved back to Fairview in 2017 and worked at Karl's Apple Market while dedicating much of her time as the main caretaker to her late husband as he struggled with various health issues. She enjoyed being with the people she loved and attending gatherings, sharing her contagious laughter, storytelling, and good sense of humor. Debra loved going out to adventure at the lake and camping with friends during summertime in OK Debra had big heart and compassion for pets, always wanting to adopt more to be in the household. In 2022, Debra met Marvin Doud of Ringwood, OK. Marvin became her companion and she adored all the happiness and care he provided. In her final years of life, she was diagnosed with a lung disease, but did not let it stop her from living a full life. Debra was very strong-willed and did not take her final days for granted. She liked hanging out with her friends and family, getting her nails done with her sisters, showing off her grandbabies.

Debra is preceded in death by her parents; James and Electa Chaloupek; her brother John Chaloupek; her nephew Anthony "Tony" Wile; her son Shane Gonzalez; late husband Oscar Gonzalez; and brother in-law, Bill Woodall. Debra is survived by her sons; Jeremy and wife Natalie Gonzalez of Fairview, Jesse and wife Breezy Gonzalez of El Reno. Grandchildren; Daeshawna and partner Zane Treybig of Fairview, Jeremy Vanduesen of Longdale, Electa Faith Gonzalez of Yukon, OK, Fabian and Sayzar Gonzalez of El Reno, Great-Grandchildren; Asher Treybig, Hazel Gonzalez, Xavier Gonzalez, Everest Gonzalez, and Risa Vanduesen. Siblings; Linda Woodall of Oakwood, Jim and wife Lanna Chaloupek of Canton, Janelle and husband Harry Wayne Wile of Oakwood and special friend Marvin Doud of Fairview, OK as well as many more friends and family.

Funeral services will take place at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 20, 2025 at Canton Christian Church with gravesite service to follow at Canton Cemetery. Viewing available at Pierce Funeral Home, Canton. Memorials are suggested to the funeral home to assist with final expenses. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.piercefuneralhomes.com.

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Upcoming Events

Nov

20

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Pierce Funeral Home - Canton

400 W. Pine, Canton, OK 73724

Send Flowers

Nov

20

Funeral service

2:00 p.m.

Christian Church

503 N. Washington Ave., Canton, OK 73724

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Pierce Funeral Home - Canton

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