Joan Evelyn "Joanie" Decker
Joan Evelyn "Joanie" Decker
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Joan graduated from Raymond High School in 1950. She worked as a hostess throughout her life at many restaurants in Hutchinson, retiring from Applebee's at the age of 71. Joan enjoyed tending to her flower beds. She loved to cook and bake; her family loved everything that she would make. Joan cherished spending time with her grandchildren.
She is survived by: her children, Evelyn Decker, Lisa Considine, Tim Decker, Ted Decker and Toby Decker, all of Hutchinson, Tracy (Rod) Urish of Lawerence; 11 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.
Joan was preceded in death by: her parents; sons, Terry Decker and Tom Decker; daughter, Vicki Vogt; and brother, Wayne Werner.
Graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, October 13, 2025, in Hilltop Cemetery, 1708 4th Rd., Raymond, with Reverend Brenda Hogan officiating. Family will greet friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Elliott Mortuary. Friends may sign her book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday at Elliott Mortuary. The casket will remain closed.
Memorials are suggested to TECH Inc., in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.
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Susan Goering
October 12, 2025
I am so sorry for ur sad time now.... Joanie was a true favorite friend of ml be there tomorrow on the hill. susine. i havent seen her in years..last time in Applebees. her laught was so infectious to all....
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