<P> Debra Louise Whelan - Barone ( Patricia Heaton ) , is the wife of Ray . She was raised by wealthy parents , Lois ( Katherine Helmond ) and Warren Whelan ( Robert Culp ) , and grew up in an upper - class background , unlike the other major characters in the sitcom . She has a sister , Jennifer Whelan ( Ashley Crow ) , who is seen only once in the entire series . Following her graduation from high school , she traveled a lot and dated many famous sportspeople . Before marrying Ray , she worked in public relations for the New York Rangers hockey team . </P>
<P> Debra Louise Whelan - Barone ( Patricia Heaton ) , is the wife of Ray . She was raised by wealthy parents , Lois ( Katherine Helmond ) and Warren Whelan ( Robert Culp ) , and grew up in an upper - class background , unlike the other major characters in the sitcom . She has a sister , Jennifer Whelan ( Ashley Crow ) , who is seen only once in the entire series . Following her graduation from high school , she traveled a lot and dated many famous sportspeople . Before marrying Ray , she worked in public relations for the New York Rangers hockey team . </P>
who plays debra 's mom on everybody loves raymond
who plays debra 's mom on everybody loves raymond
Katherine Helmond
Katherine Helmond