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ROBERT DECKER Robert Michael Decker, "Mike," 63, of Las Vegas, passed away June 15, 2013. He was born April 3, 1950. Mike was a helicopter pilot trainer in the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged. He was a retired member of Labors Local 872 in Las Vegas and worked at the Nevada Test Site as a miner and laborer. Mike is survived by his mother, Marilyn Decker; and sister, Brenda Saylors. He was a cherished husband to Vicky Winslow Decker; and beloved father to daughter, Natasha Decker Rummelhoff and husband, Devin Rummelhoff; son, Derek Decker and wife, Stacey O'Brian Decker; and loving grandfather to Ty Rummelhoff, Sebastian Riggs and Ryker Rummelhoff. Celebration of life will be noon-3 p.m. Saturday, June 29, at 1716 Sombrero Drive. Mike would check the obituaries and jokingly say, "If my name is in there, then I know I can go back to bed." "Well, my love, you finally made the obituaries, so go back to bed and rest in peace."

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Published by Las Vegas Review-Journal from Jun. 18 to Jun. 19, 2013.

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Vikki aka Vasque Decker

May 14, 2014

How can a heart be shattered into so many pieces? Mine did the day you left me.

A day doesn't go by that I don't think of you, miss you, wish you were still here, die to hear your voice just one more time, hold you in my arms and tell you I love you.

Life is so hard without you by my side and I hate that I have to keep on living this life without you in it.

You were my best friend, my lover and my safe place to land should I fall. I am so afraid I will fall one day and who will be there to catch me now?

A day doesn't go by that I don't shed a tear for my loss or even bawl like a baby because you are no longer here sharing our life together. We were suppose to grow old together but that was cut short, because you did pass away way too young.

My biggest wish is that it had been me that died that day and not you. You had so much more to give then I ever had or will.

Until we meet again my love...I will always love you forever in this "shattered" heart of mine.

Koko Duran

July 5, 2013

Vikki, My best friend. My heart is broken for you and your family. I will miss Mike. He helped me a lot when I needed it. He always made me laugh. Remember I'm here. I love you.

Lynn Perschbach

July 1, 2013

Vikki my dear friend I am so sorry for your loss. I extend my deepest sympathies to yours and his families. You are in my prayers and my heart and will always be here for you. Love, Lynn

Sebastian Riggs

June 28, 2013

Krandpa Mike, I love you more then you probably knew and had some of the best times with you. You were always an awesome grandpa to me and you were funny too, and that's why I want to be just like you! But I still wish you could have told me about Area 51! I love and miss you more then the world itself. Rest In Peace Grandpa.

liza jimenez

June 25, 2013

My heartfelt condolences to you and your family Vikki. When Mike would drive by our house and we were outside he would always stop to say "hi" and say something that made us laugh. He will be missed

June 25, 2013

I am really sorry about the loss of Mike. I know you will miss him every day. - julie

June 24, 2013

I'm sorry that Mike left you way too soon. My prayers are with you and your family. Huggs,
Mickey Van Dyke

Lyn Norton

June 24, 2013

I'm so sorry Vikki for the loss of the one who held your heart so gently for so many years. I know that the sweetness of his love and the life the two of you enjoyed together will warm your heart for many years to come.

Kelley Farwell

June 24, 2013

You will be greatly missed. Prayers to all your family and friends.

Cyndi Steele

June 24, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you, Vikki and with your family for the loss of your loved one. I am glad to be able to say that I knew Mike and so glad that I was able to visit this last year.

Ralyne Soloski

June 24, 2013

Vikki, I'm so sorry for your sudden loss of Mike. Cherish your memories and the support of your family and friends.

Ralyne Soloski

June 24, 2013

Vikki, I'm so sorry for the loss of your wonderful husband and life partner. Cherish your memories and the love of your family and friends.

Robi Dunn

June 23, 2013

I am so sorry for your family's loss. I hope time makes it easier. Cherish the memories.

Terry Rawlinson

June 22, 2013

Mike, if I could I would send up some jars of goodies to you!! My Favorite customer!! You will be missed. Thanks for being a part of my life.

Kris Moser

June 22, 2013

Vik so sorry for your sudden loss. Your bocabeachbrat

Ben Cain

June 22, 2013

For Vikki

They say time heals all wounds, so I threw my watch away

If I had one more day with him, so many things I would want to say

I see a part of him, when I look in my childrens eyes

The pictures of us together will always make me cry

I know he is feeling better, all his pain and worries are taken away

and I will see him once again, oh what a beautiful day

We will sing songs together
And laugh as the angels play

He will wrap me in his arms, and for eternity there I will stay

I know he is looking down at me, because I feel the warmth on my face

And I know he is smiling back at me, because I can feel his sweet embrace

I remember the words I told him, until death do us part

I may not see him next to me, but he is forever in my heart.

I always appreciated that Mike and Vikki always made me feel welcome, even when I first met them. Mike was always an easy person to talk to and I am happy that I got to share a conversation or two with him

Natasha Rummelhoff

June 21, 2013

Daddy, you are my first hero and no matter how old I am you are always "my daddy". You're the guy who killed the bugs, pinched my taters for me, chicken wired my radiator, fixed anything I needed & always came to my rescue. I can't imagine not being able to hear your voice again or see your face. I love you & miss you so much. xoxo

Kathy Wheeler

June 21, 2013

Will miss you at our shows, all your help and especially my tea taster! Thank you for all of your help! Kathy Wheeler

Shelley & David

June 21, 2013

Dear Vikki,
Although we have never met, you & Mike became part of our lives & our family & we loved sharing stories with you. I shall always smile remembering his collection of junk that drove you crazy & his fondness for Cadbury Creme eggs. He leaves a huge heart-shaped hole & will be missed greatly in this little corner of England.

derek decker

June 21, 2013

Bye dad I love you lots!!!!

Mona Williams

June 21, 2013

I knew Mike only through Vikki and it was apparent to me that he was a Very Good Man. He will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Marcia Mecklosky

June 21, 2013

May his memory forever be a blessing to all who knew him.

Frank Iossa

June 21, 2013

Vikki - I am sending you and your family hugs.

Cheryl Hageman

June 20, 2013

Vikki, I felt I knew him through your stories of your life! He had kind eyes and a sweet smile and I know he'll be missed! I hope you can take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

June 20, 2013

He was my friend and I will miss our Fridays together. HP

Richard Simpson

June 20, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.May God be with you all during this time. He will be missed by everyone that has known him!!

Michael Collins

June 19, 2013

Vicki
YOU MAY NOT REMEMBER ME I WORKED WITH HOSS AS MANY OF US CALLED HIM OUT AT THE SITE. My name is Michael Collins I thought about him and a lot of the others over the years. He will always be in my thoughts.I heard of his passing yesterday and last night he came to me in my dreams .GOD BLESS YOU ALL. Michael

Tracey Calsada

June 19, 2013

Beautiful write up in the paper. Thinking of you all!!!

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