Deborah Fraser, the celebrated gospel singer from South Africa, took her last breath on May 15, 2022, after battling a stroke as stated by her family.
The music industry worldwide has suffered yet another great loss. Dr. Deborah Fraser, the eminent gospel singer, lost her life at the age of 55, after battling a stroke at the Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital on May 15, 2022.
Deborah was a prominent singer who has been able to attract and influence music lovers all over the world with her gospel singing.
Starting her career as a backup singer, Deborah has collaborated with various famous artists such as Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Lucky Dube, Brenda Fassie, etc.
She has also won various awards including the SABC Crown Gospel Music as the Best Female Artist.
In October 2021, she was honored with a doctorate of Philosophy and Sacred Space of Music by Trinity International Bible University.
Who was Deborah Fraser’s Husband?
Deborah Fraser was a happily married woman with a blessed family.
She was married to the Nigerian pastor Sockey Okeke, with whom she has a son, Mbuso Fraser.
However, as the circumstances changed, their marriage started getting a little rocky as the reports of her husband abusing her were found, which eventually led to their divorce. The whereabouts of the husband are unknown to date.
Deborah Fraser’s Past Relationship Revealed
Deborah Fraser was married to Sockey Okeke, a pastor from Nigeria.
Their married life started on a rosy path and the two were able to create a sweet happy family, with the birth of their son Mbuso Fraser.
After a while, things started going downhill for the couple. There were reports about the abusive behavior of the husband Okeke.
She has also mentioned that her husband was physically violent and she couldn’t live under the same roof with him.
Deborah got divorced from her ex-husband in 2008, whose personal details are nowhere to be found as he is only popular as the famous gospel singer’s husband.
Deborah Fraser’s Sweet Loving Family
Deborah Fraser was appreciated not just by her own family, but also by her fans and admirers who would deeply relate to her music. Her fans and followers often referred to her as “Mama”.
She received the love of family from her supporters worldwide.
It is mentioned on her Instagram @dr_deborahfraser, that she took her final breaths in the presence of family and dear friends. Her family has been very supportive of her through thick and thins.
What happened to Deborah Fraser?
The famous gospel singer, Deborah Fraser, passed away on May 15, 2022, after suffering a stroke earlier this week.
According to her family, she was suffering from diabetes for a very long time and had a setback in February, which confined her to a wheelchair.
Although the singer is no more among us, her healing music will always bring peace to our hearts and mind. May the kind soul rest in peace.