Dylan Bettencourt
The health of iconic Gospel singer Deborah Fraser began to dwindle after she suffered a stroke a few weeks ago. On Sunday, she passed away.
Fraser was wheelchair-bound following the stroke but still felt she could recover and heal through music.
However, her family confirmed on Sunday afternoon that Fraser had unfortunately passed away at her home.
“It is with deep sadness to inform you of the passing of our beloved mother, sister, aunt and friend, and Gospel musician, Deborah Fraser, following a short illness. She passed on today (Sunday) after midday, in the presence of her family and friends,” the statement read.
The family requested privacy as they mourn her passing.
The singer was hospitalised from February to March this year after falling ill on her way to a gig in the North West.
“It all began when I started vomiting uncontrollably and I lost my strength. Ever since then, I haven’t been able to walk. I am hopeful that I will walk again. I am seeing a therapist and I am due for physiotherapy next week,” Fraser told the Daily Sun at the time.
Fraser was recently honoured with a PhD in Sacred Music by the Christian Leadership Academy, an award she said she did not expect to receive.
“I feel that my contribution to music has not been in vain. I am humbled, it is a true honour,” she said.
Fraser died at the age of 56 and is survived by her son, Mbuso Fraser.
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