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Kyle Decker Obituary
His paternal grandfather, LaRue Decker preceded him in death in 1992. He is survived by his loving parents, David and Tanya of Gillett, Pa.; beloved sister and brother-in-law, Katelynn and Corey Bailey of Gillett, Pa.; adored fiancée, Tasha Northrup and her daughter, Arria Northrup of Athens, Pa.; aunts and uncles, Shaun (Becky) Congdon of Corning, N.Y.; Barbara Lynn (Chris) Valero of Gillett, Pa.; Ken Decker (Ruth Scoville) of Natural Bridge, N.Y.; Carolyn Wheeler of Red Level, Ala.; Stephen (Cheri) Decker of Gillett, Pa.; Vanessa (Barry) Austin of Gillett, Pa.; Valerie (Tim) Clark of Gillett, Pa.; paternal grandmother, Clarabelle Decker of Gillett, Pa.; maternal grandparents, Lynn and Barbara Congdon of Gillett, Pa.; along with several cousins and host of friends.
Kyle graduated from Troy High School in 2007 where he was an outstanding athlete, lettering in football and participating in track. He was currently employed at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pa. as a security guard for the past 6 years. He was also affiliated with 4-H and YHEC and their shooting sports. He was also an avid outdoorsman and especially enjoyed hunting. Kyle was a student at Corning Community College with the criminal justice program and would have graduated this coming December.
Family and friends are invited to gather from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 25, 2013, at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport, N.Y. Funeral services honoring his life will take place at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 26, in the Gillett Baptist Church on 14 South in Gillett. Reverends Stanley Gill, Allen Goss and John Johnson will celebrate Kyle's services. Interment will follow in the Gillett Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the NRA Youth Division. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. His guestbook may be signed in obituaries at www.olthof.com.
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September 29, 2013
Linda
May 7, 2013
Kyle drove me to the hospital shuttle lot many nights when I would not make it out of work in time to catch the last shuttle bus. He was always so happy, friendly, and talkative. He seemed like such an easy going and special person. I was so sad to hear of this tragic accident. My thoughts are with the family at this time.
Joe Wenzel
April 29, 2013
To the entire Decker family; I was saddened to learn of your loss and my family will keep your family in our prayers.
Leigh and Jill Purcell
April 28, 2013
Hugs to the entire family. Kyle was a great kid. From the time he was little, he was so kind and special. He always had a smile and kind words at work, too. A very special young man. We will never forget him.
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Crystal Murphy
April 28, 2013
Kyle was like so very much at the hospital. He walked me out at night when I would leave late. We will all miss him very much! My prayers to you all.
Brian Ostrander
April 27, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shirley Grantier
April 26, 2013
I hope that the memory of this fine young man brings you great comfort. I remember Kyle fondly as one of my seventh-grade students; he was a good worker and always kind, polite, and respectful. He has left this world far too soon, but he has left it a better place because of his goodness. God bless you all with peace and comfort.
Lant Family
April 26, 2013
Kyle was an amazing young man, taken much too soon. He was always a joy to have around and always there to help with anything. Like a brother/son to all of us here we are so grateful to have had an opportunity to have him in our lives. He will certainly live on in the memories of everyone who met him. His smile will forever be engraved in our hearts.
Nancy & John Lattimer
April 26, 2013
Tanya & David, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family. Kyle must have been very sweet, because I know his mother is. We know this is a very difficult path to walk, we honestly understand, because we have also walked that path after our daughter went to Heaven. All of you keep talking about Kyle in the months and years ahead, stay together and stay close and with Jesus in your hearts you can and will live thru this. The Holy Spirit is truly the best Comforter for all of you. But know that we ARE here if you EVER want to talk. We love you all! (I am Steve & Mike Wintermute's oldest sister and I worked with Tanya.)
April 26, 2013
To the Decker Family....I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers. Machelle Miller (Morgan)
Audrey & Randy Chapman
April 26, 2013
To all of the Decker Family, Praying for you and your family during this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy.
Leo & Karen Newell
April 26, 2013
We're so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Randy Rosenberger
April 25, 2013
To the Decker family, friends, and loved ones. I worked with Kyle in the Security department at RPH for the past several years.He always displayed this huge smile even when the going was rough.He was fun to work with and respectful to his co-workers. I am so sorry for the loss his passing leaves and pray that God will hold you all in the palm of his hand security #8 may be gone but" never will he be forgotten" John 14 verse 1
Joe and Julie Collins
April 25, 2013
Dave, Tanya, Lynn and Barb, and the entire family, We are so sorry for your loss. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Kelly Oldroyd
April 25, 2013
Dave, Tonya and the entire Decker family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort your family.
Brandy Bentley
April 25, 2013
Decker family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss, and I hope you soon find comfort and peace. Kyle is and will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joe and Beth Forsterling
April 25, 2013
Praying for you.
Diana Johnson
April 25, 2013
It was such a joy knowing Kyle. He impacted our lives with his big smile and willing heart. There are no words to express the grief we feel from this giant hole that has been left on earth from Kyle's passing- and our grief is only a drop in the bucket of the well of your grief. We know heaven is a little more blessed by his presence. we will constantly lift you up in prayer, knowing God is faithful and true even when things don't seem to make sense.
Sally and Erik Daniels
April 25, 2013
Barry and Vanessa our thoughts are with you and the rest of your family at this difficult time, our deepest condolensces for your loss.
Kelly Voorhees Boots
April 25, 2013
Praying for your family
Calli Ford
April 25, 2013
Tanya and Dave,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May God comfort you and sustain you through the days ahead.
Robert Stewart
April 25, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.God bless you all and god bless kyle.
Anna Pellor
April 25, 2013
My sincere condolences to you Tonya, Dave and family. May God's many blessings come upon you and give you comfort through this difficult time.
Shane/Shannon Northrup/Lambert
April 25, 2013
Fly High Kyle! We know you'll be watching over Tasha and Arria and over your parents and sister. Thank you for being an example of what one can achieve in such a short time. We have heard nothing but wonderful positive memories of you and only wish we had gotten the opportunity to know you better.
Steve Deeghan
April 25, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Alysha Wells
April 25, 2013
Kyle was an amazing person who always had a smile for everyone. I'm going to miss seeing him around the Lant house and around 4h.
Deb & John Northrup
April 25, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
kim
April 25, 2013
sorry for your lose.prayers are send your way
Linda (Root) Welch
April 25, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
April 25, 2013
Our sincere condolences to you and your family for your unexpected loss.
Caporaso Family
LeVan Family
April 25, 2013
To the Decker Family,
With deepest sympathy, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Susan Turkington
April 25, 2013
My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you. God bless
April 25, 2013
So sorry to hear about Kyle. I don't ever want to know what it feels like to loose one of my children. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you right now.
The Purcell Family
Clarice Garfield
April 25, 2013
To the Decker Family & Tasha,
I am so sorry for your loss of Kyle. My thoughts, prayers, and love are being sent your way.
Clarice Garfield
April 25, 2013
To the Decker Family & Tasha,
I am so sorry for your loss of Kyle. My thoughts, prayers, and love are being sent your way!
Kyle & Tasha
Clarice Garfield
April 25, 2013
April 24, 2013
he will truly be missed, his smile and his easy going way. BSU STaff
Mark & Karen Frey
April 24, 2013
We are so sorry to here about Kyle
Rod Beechey
April 24, 2013
David and Tonya,
We are so sorry for your Loss and you both are in my Prayers.
Rod & Beth Beechey
Eric & Kim Schmelzer
April 24, 2013
Dear Dave, Tanya & Family, I'm so thankful for the opportunity we had to get to know Kyle a little better at Tim & Natashia's wedding. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all through this time of great loss. With Deepest Sympathy!
Melinda Brown
April 24, 2013
To the Decker Family,
I"m so sorry for your loss of Kyle, he was such a warm hearted person, definitly one of a kind. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
ken and Cherryl stone and family
April 24, 2013
To the Decker family....so sincerely sorry for your loss....thoughts and prayers are with you all....may god bless you and help through these sad times.
Candy Saunders
April 24, 2013
So sorry for your loss. We will miss seeing Kyle's face every summer. I remember when he was stuck in the neighbors yard and Neal went over to pull him out!! Your family is always in our thoughts and prayers. Love the Saunders.
John & Esther Huntington
April 24, 2013
TO THE DECKER FAMILY
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
Eastwood Family
April 24, 2013
We are so sorry to hear about Kyle. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jaqueline and Joseph Lohman
April 24, 2013
Tanya,David and Family. Just want to let you know we are think of you. We will be keeping you in our prayers.
Kaitlin Strope (Ayres)
April 24, 2013
My thoughts & prayers go out to Kyle's family.. He was such a nice kid in high school & he would always chit chat with me whenever I saw him at the hospital. He will be sadly missed
Brian & Jen Chamberlain
April 24, 2013
Dave, Tanya, Katie,
Kyle will forever be remembered for the wonderful young man that he was. We are so so saddened for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Denise McNeal
April 24, 2013
I am so sorry. Kyle was a great young man. Always had a smile and made me laugh a lot. I will surely miss him
Karen & Norman Rice
April 24, 2013
To everyone in Kyle's family,
I am so sorry for your loss. MY thoughts & prayers are with all of you at this time. He was always so cheerful & friendly when he would come into Woodys,either before or after his shift when I worked there. I know he will be greatly missed by everyone he touched with his kindness.
Disa DeLauro
April 24, 2013
Dave and Tanya,You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
Erin McCubbin(Burkert)
April 24, 2013
Tonya,David and Family: I am so sorry to hear of his passing and your loss. I can remember writing to Kyle when I was little and coming to visit. My thoughts and prayers are with you all through this tough time.
Connie and Howard Hodder
April 24, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Erin McCubbin(Burkert)
April 24, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of his passing and your loss. I can remember writing him letters when I was little and coming over to visit. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Maryann Dorney
April 24, 2013
Some of the sunshine has gone from the hilltop, but God has brightened the night sky with a beautiful bright new star called "Kyle" that will watch over you forever.
kyle &tasha
Christy Hilliker-Northrup
April 24, 2013
No words can ever express my grief..He made my daughter (tasha) so happy! Kyle spoke about his family and always let people know he watched out for his sister...After meeting the Decker's i know now why he was such a wonderful young guy...We worked together, laughed together,and shared life's difficulties...Thank you for being a part of my life and my kids! Never forgotten....
kyle & tasha
April 24, 2013
Amy & Paul McConnell
April 24, 2013
The news of Kyle's passing came as a shock and saddened my entire family.
Kyle.. so young, so many future plans, he was a role model to our young boys, he was one of a kind, a special jem & will always have a special place in our hearts!
Diane Murphy
April 24, 2013
David and Tanya....My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Faith Garfield
April 24, 2013
Tanya and the Decker family, thoughts and prayers to all of you during this very difficult time in the loss of your loved one. May you hold wonderful memories in your hearts.
April 24, 2013
To the Decker family,
No words can express what you are feeling right now. It truly sad to hear about such a young man that passed away. I pray for comfort in this difficult time.
Marge Burkert
April 24, 2013
Tanya and family: I am so sorry for your loss. You and the rest of the family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God's strenghth carry you through this time.
Tori Rinebold
April 24, 2013
Dave,Tanya,& Family I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Kyle was an amazing friend. We shared so many good memories. Ill miss him always.
Larry Voorhees
April 24, 2013
Dave,Tanya So Sorry for your loss My Prays are with you all
Lydia Voorhees
April 24, 2013
Dear Dave Tanya, Katelynn My Heart is so saddened to Hear of your Loss, Kyle was all ways so sweet with a smile on is face. I had Just seen Kyle at the hospital when my moms was in and he had that great smile on his face when he said Hi To me.My prays will be with you all May God wrap his loving arms around you .
Cody Welch
April 24, 2013
So many memories of Kyle, from middle school when I first met him up to now when i would see him while going to the hospital. Always a smile on his face and never anything bad to say about anyone. Thoughts and prayers for the Decker family in this tragic time.
Bud & Paula Ameigh
April 24, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and many years in the future.
Michelle Williams
April 24, 2013
To the Decker Family, Tasha & Arria I send my deepest condolences. Kyle was such a great guy, an awesome friend and a wonderful coworker who always had a smile on his face and made you laugh. I will miss the talks and the hangouts we had together. Just Saturday we were talking about the wedding and he was showing off pictures of Arria. He was always smiling and I was so excited when he became engaged. He always enjoyed my baked goods and my chicken wing dip. I will cherish all the memories and he will be forever in my heart. I miss my friend so much. Sending much love to you all. He will be missed by so many.
Sherman and Filan Family
April 24, 2013
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
April 24, 2013
so sorry for the loss of Kyle words can never express the true meaning of what you are going thru. God Bless
Leo & Karen Newell
April 24, 2013
Dave,Tanya & The Decker & Congdon family, Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this sorrowful time.
Scott & Pam Morgan
April 24, 2013
Dave,Tanya and Families, We are very Saddened by the passing of your Beloved Son.May there be comfort in the times ahead knowing that he is at peace and in good hands with the Lord.He will be Greatly Missed our Thoughts and Prayers are with you all.
Lant Family
April 24, 2013
You were WONDERFUL young man so glad my boys had you as a role model. We are truely going to miss you
Jenny Roward (Eick)
April 24, 2013
You were my brother's best friend and part of our family. We all will miss you!
Shawn Congdon
April 24, 2013
Truly one of the nicest guys I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Decker family.
Brenda Barry
April 24, 2013
Dave and family, I am so sorry to learn of your tragic loss. My thoughts and prayers for strength to get you through this time are with you all. GOD Bless
Strong Family
April 24, 2013
Kyle was a super young man. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Cindy Stansfield
April 24, 2013
Kyle was a wonderful man and will be dearly missed by all who knew and worked with him. God Bless him and his family
Deb Harrington
April 24, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time. May your cherished memories sustain you and bring you peace. From the staff at GST BOCES, Adult Education.
Angel King
April 24, 2013
You made my very good friend, Tasha, so happy. Thank you for what you have done, Kyle. Much love and prayers to you and yours.
April 24, 2013
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Kyle was a very nice, man. Always with a cute smile. Erin went to school with Kyle, always saying what a nice kid. She too also worked with him in Sayre, will miss his smile. Penny and Erin. Crane
Caitlin McBratney
April 24, 2013
Kyle will be greatly missed! He was always quick to smile or laugh and always made every one laugh along with him. My prayers are with his family and those closest to him.
April 24, 2013
Prayers are with you all. If I can help you in any way please let me know.
Sandy Rimbey
Rich Hall
April 24, 2013
My deepest condolences to you all.
I am a co worker in the Security Department.
I am out of the Country currently.
Please know my thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow.
Felicia George
April 24, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of the families loss. Kyle was a great friend who will be loved and missed so very much.
Rachael Glahn
April 24, 2013
I had the privilege of working with Kyle for the last year and a half. He was a gentle giant. It was an honor to be in his presence. He will be missed by his RPH family.
Teona Sempler
April 24, 2013
I wanna have thoughts prays for the Kyle decker family he was a good man
Tony and Peggy Wray
April 24, 2013
Our Thoughts and Prays are with the Decker Family..
Judy Benson Eberle
April 24, 2013
Tanya and family, I so very sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.
Kathy Shipman
April 24, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Kyle's family. I was i 4-H with Kyle and I can remember he always had a smile and was so kind to everyone and always willing to help! He will be deeply missed by everyone.
Cynamin Morris
April 24, 2013
My thoughts and prayer go out to friends and family so sorry for your loss
Margaret Shaw-Barry
April 24, 2013
My very deepest sympathies to all of Kyle's family on his untimely passing. Kyle worked with my brother, and while I only had the chance to meet him a few times, his outgoing personality and bright smile made a lasting impression on me. God Bless all of you at this very difficult time.
Mark and Tracey Wray
April 24, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
April 24, 2013
PLEASE ACCEPT OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AT THE LOSS OF YOUR BELOVED KYLE. THOUGH I DIDNT KNOW HIM LONG...HE ALSO CALLED ME GRAM...AND HE WAS ONE OF OUR FAMILY TOO....HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED...PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF WE CAN DO ANYTING TO HELP YOU FOLKS. GODS HANDS AROUND YOU ALL AT THIS TIME OF MOURNING.
April 24, 2013
No words are enough to lighten this pain. Cherish your memories and know you are being held up in thoughts and prayers. So terribly sorry for your loss.
Tina Zell
April 24, 2013
Dave and family
My deepest condolences to you. Know that you are in my prayers.
Arica Jennings (Ross)
April 24, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are will Kyle's family at this time. He was a great guy and I am honored to have been able to know him as a classmate of the Troy High Class of 2007.
TeeJa Fivie
April 24, 2013
my heart goes out to the decker family! Kyle was so kind hearted, I was very lucky to know him! May he rest in peace and fly with the angels! You will be greatly miss Kyle!
ANN LEE EGLI
April 24, 2013
SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS!
Awesome guy and we shall miss you!!! From all of your friends from the CJ program back in 2007...FLY HIGH BUD!
Lisa Torrence
April 24, 2013
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