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Joseph Deck Obituary
He will be remembered not only for his technical brilliance and adventurous spirit but also for his kindness, humor, and the joy he brought to those around him.
Joe is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years Margie (Brown) Deck, his sons and daughters-in-law Tom and Courtney Deck of Westerville and Joe and Corrin Deck of Powell, grandchildren Thurston and Derek Deck, sister and brother-in-law Judy and Mike Finchum, brothers and sisters-in-law Tom and Gladys Deck and David and Barbara Deck, sister-in-law Mary Kay Brown, and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his infant son, Andrew, and his parents.
The family will receive friends and family for visitation at PORTER-TIDD FUNERAL HOME, 331 W. MAIN ST., MT. STERLING, OH 43143 on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, from 12 - 1 pm followed by a memorial service at 1 pm. Private family burial will be held at Bethel Cemetery, Mt. Sterling, Ohio.
If they wish, friends and family may make memorial contributions to Grace United Methodist Church, 104 S. High St, Waverly, OH, 45690, and/or National Church Residences Hospice in celebration and honor of Joe's legacy. Please visit www.portertiddfuneralhome.com to share your favorite memories and to send your condolences to the Deck Family.
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