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John Decker Obituary

Decker, John E.

Wellsburg, NY: John E. Decker, 73, of Lowman, NY, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2014, with his family by his side. He was the loving husband of the late Jean E. (Macomber) Urbaniak Decker who passed away on December 26, 2011. The couple married June 26, 1965 and had 46 happy years together. John was born on August 2, 1940 in Elmira, NY, son of the late Lacey G. and Bertha May (Hodge) Decker. He was a US Army veteran and then was employed as a truck driver for Atlantic Lumber until his retirement in 1994. John enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing, and four wheeling. John is survived by his children, Sandy (Jim) Stage of Tioga, PA, Clarence (Shirley) Urbaniak and Scott Decker, both of Elmira, NY, and Cheryl Bennett of Lowman, NY; twenty grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, five great-great grandchildren; his brothers, Raymond G. Decker of Elmira, NY and Robert L. Decker of Lockwood, NY; his sisters, Anna Mitchell of Kemper, TX and Alice Moore of North Carolina; along with several nieces and nephews. John was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Jean; along with his brothers, Mallard, Donald, and Roy Decker. Family and friends are welcome to call from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 17, 2014, at the Roberts Funeral Home, Inc., 279 Main Street, Wellsburg, NY. Burial will follow cremation in Woodlawn. Contributions may be made in John's memory to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830. Send Condolences at: Tributesoflife.com

Published by Star-Gazette on Apr. 16, 2014.
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Miss you and Auntie so much! ❤

Amy McConnell

April 10, 2021

To the family of John Decker: John was a Chemung Volunteer Action Corps (formerly RSVP) volunteer for about a year and a half donating 119 hours of his time to serving others in our community. We truly appreciate folks like John. Please know that you are in our thoughts. Sincerely, the CVAC staff.

April 21, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss.. if there is anything I can do for any of u please let me know. John was a very nice man and he will be missed..

cathy simpson

April 17, 2014

My condolences goes out to the whole family.. Just remember all the memories he left and all the great stories u will share with all the love one new and old..Stay strong Cheryle and Mr. Bob Decker

Helen Finch

April 17, 2014

RIP Uncle John

michele Moore-Galpin

April 17, 2014

I'm so sorry for your loss Scott. He is in good hands now.

David Conkright

April 16, 2014

So sorry for your loss, I'm sure John will be greatly missed.

Ray Locke

April 16, 2014

RIP John it was a pleasure knowing you .

Jon Gearhart

April 16, 2014

So sorry for your loss, our love and prayers are with the family. Dad (Bob), you know we would have been there if we could have. We love you and will be in touch.

Bob Jr. & Laurie Green/Decker

April 16, 2014

I was reading about your dear love one and wanted to offer my condolences and share this thought from 1Corinthians 1:3,4

April 16, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are being said and sent.

beckie stephens

April 16, 2014

May you watch over us from the heavens of above...joined once again with your love...you will be missed but not forgotten....til our paths meet again....love you.

Jessica Coyle

April 16, 2014

Dear Brother
Rest well. You have earned the rest. I know Jeanne was waiting for you along with the rest of family. Thank you Bob and Ray for being there for our brother. Sherry thank you for the love and respect you freely gave your father (my brother). Thank you for always being so kind when I called. Love to all - you all are in my prayers.
Alice Moore, Oxford, NC

April 16, 2014

Uncle John I know your brothers are going to miss you .

April 16, 2014

Uncle John may you rest in peace now say hi to the rest of the Decker clan love you

Bonnie Grap

April 16, 2014

To a great cousin. We will miss u a hole bunch. Prayers go out to the hole family. Bob Decker I am very proud of you for taking care of your brother like you did. God will bless you for that. I hope to see u some day in Heaven. We love U , Your cousin Betty (Brimmer) Combs

BETTY COMBS

April 16, 2014

Uncle John love you and now you are at peace .

Bonnie Grap

April 16, 2014

Cheryl sorry for your loss he was a great man and will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved him may he R.I.P. and god bless all of you and your family.

Paula Durgin

April 16, 2014

TO MY WONDERFUL COUSIN YOU WILL BE MISSED BUT NEVER BE FORGOTEN RIP LOVE YOU BRENDA STARKWEATHER

April 16, 2014

Grandpa you are a hard working fun loving man. Growing up i watched you and grandma. The love you both have for each other was amazing.
I know your in peace and back home with gtandma.
You will be missed. God has another one of his warriors.

Jerri Ann Cozza

April 16, 2014

he was a great cousin and a lot of fun we will mist him

mary milks

April 16, 2014

I miss you as much as the days are long. I'll think of you often.. kiss aunties forehead for me and squeeze her a good one! I love you and will miss you so much.. <3

Amy McConnell

April 16, 2014

Our prayers and condolences go out to the family May God provide you comfort and peace in your time of sorrow

Rev.& Mrs. Donald Paul Jr.

April 16, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Sheila McCormick

April 16, 2014

So Sorry for your loss, My thoughts and prayers are with you..

Sheila McCormick

April 16, 2014

Love you Dad

Cheryl Bennett

April 16, 2014

Dad I miss you so much but I know that there's no more pain. You and mama are together again. I love you both so much <3

Cheryl Bennett

April 16, 2014

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