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DIED
2008
Paul Decker Obituary
Survivors include his wife, "Patricia" Beth Decker of Bettendorf; one daughter, Lori (Ryan) Vitek of Wauconda, Ill.; one brother, Jim (Sheryl) Decker of Ft. Madison; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Larry Noble.
Friends may call after 2 p.m. on Monday, February 25, 2008, at King-Lynk Funeral & Crematory, where the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, February 26, 2008, at King-Lynk Funeral Home & Crematory. Burial will be in Gethsemane Cemetery in Ft. Madison with Military rites performed by the United States Marine Corp Honor Guard.
A memorial has been established and contributions may be left at King-Lynk Funeral Home & Crematory the day of the service or mailed to Beth Decker at 2815 Villa Court, Bettendorf, IA 52722.
Online condolences may be left at the King-Lynk Funeral Home & Crematory website: www.kinglynk.com.
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Shawn Kandy
February 26, 2008
Our deepest sympathys go out to all those who mourn Pauls death. Even though we only knew Paul for a few years he became a big part of our lives. Our morning hugs made our day so much brighter. He will be truely missed and our days will not be the same.
Bonnie Lee
February 25, 2008
Beth, Lori, Ryan, I can not tell you how sad I am for all of you. Paul was a very special person and left happiness and joy every where he went and every one he met. I will truly miss him just has I miss our visit in the front office at ManorCare. We always tried to brighten each others day when he made his daily visits to see me. I do know that he is in a much better place and God needed his help with something. He will always be in my heart and you will be in my prayers. Love and Prayes to you. Bonnie Lee
Jana Foran
February 25, 2008
Beth and Lori-
I don't have to tell you how much Paul meant to me you are both already very well aware. There were many a day when one or the other of us wasn't having a very good day and we could hang together and before it was over we were both laughing. Paul had a very special way of always seeing the bright side of everything regardless of the trials he was dealt in his life. I can't even begin to mention the special memories I have of Paul because I would be here for weeks just typing. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers every minute of every day and you can call me if you need anything at all. I will forever walk down the hall and look for Paul to be sitting at his computer, sometimes puzzled because he couldn't get it to do what he wanted, and when I don't see him there it will leave a huge hole in my heart. I am missing him terribly already. God Speed to you Paul, I will never forget you buddy.
Paul Fredenburg
February 25, 2008
Thank you Mr. Decker for your service to our country. From a fellow Vietnam veteran. Our Heavenly Father has welcomed home another heroic American. WELCOME HOME BROTHER!
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Karen Shelangoski
February 24, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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