Troy Decker Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

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CONNELLY SPRINGS, North Carolina

Mr. Troy H. Decker, 85, of Connelly Springs, died Thursday, July 19, 2007, at his residence after a period of declining health. Mr. Decker was born in Burke County on April 15, 1922, to the late Max and Cora Lee Aiken Decker. Mr. Decker was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II serving as a...

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I met Troy in 1984 while we were doing a commemorative jump into The Netherlands on the 40th anniversary of the jump he and the 101st made in 1944 even into the same drop zones. It was such an honor and a highlight of my life to meet some of those heroes of WWII face to face, beer to beer. Troy was a true gentleman and an American hero. Hard to believe that I am writing this almost 40 years after meeting him and almost 80 years after he "stepped out the door" to serve his country and the...

Rich Iott

February 19, 2023 | Other

Margaret, Kay, Sherry, Vicki and Angela,
I am so sorry to hear about Troy's death. My prayers are with you at this time. I will be thinking about you as you go through this difficult time. May God heal all hurts and you only have fond memories of your husband and father.
Beverly, Steve, Bradley and Christopher Pittman

Beverly Pittman

July 21, 2007 | Hendersonville, TN

The Decker Family,
We are sorry to hear of Troy's passing. You must be so proud of his accomplished life as a husband, father, brother, business man, and patriotic WWII hero. We are right next door if we can help in any way.

The Brittain Family

Patrick Brittain

July 21, 2007 | Connelly Springs, NC

I just learned of Troy's death from Sam on 7/22/07. My deapest sympathy and prayer go out to you. Know that God's love and time heals all wounds.

Clifford Decker

July 21, 2007 | Durham, NC

Margaret & Family,
So sorry to hear about Troy!He was a great man!Love,thoughts,and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Dale & Meloney Jackson

July 21, 2007 | Connelly Springs, NC

Troy I want to thank you for all you did in WW2 TO MAKE US A safe country to live in..May GOD be with you on your way to HEAVEN Sir.

Robert M. Taylor

July 21, 2007 | Mt. View U.S.A., NC

Angela, Mrs. Decker and family,

We're so sorry for your loss. Angela - you took good care of Pappa-Dee and I know he knew how much you loved him. I know he loved his Chickadee very much. You all are in our thoughts and prayers, Sharon, Alex, Kayla & Katie

Sharon Vazquez

July 20, 2007 | Lincolnton, NC

DEAR MARGARET, I WAS SADDENED TO READ IN TODAY'S PAPER THAT TROY HAD PASSED AWAY. I JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. SINCE YOU ARE HAVING A PRIVATE FAMILY SERVICE, PERHAPS I CAN BE IN TOUCH WITH YOU A LITTLE LATER. GIVE YOUR CHILDREN MY LOVE.

DOT MEADOWS

July 20, 2007 | HICKORY, NC

Sherry, John and family,We want to let you know our thoughts and prayers are with you during the loss of your father. May memories and your love carry you through this time of sorrow. God Bless You
Prayerfully Kenneth & Barbara Burns Moyer

Ken & Barbara Moyer

July 20, 2007 | Hickory (Mtn. View), NC

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