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Randy DeDecker Obituary
Hortonville - Randy Joseph DeDecker, D.V.M., was born December 18, 1952, to Harold and Gertrude DeDecker in Appleton, WI, the youngest of four siblings. He married his high school sweetheart, Nancy, on June 15, 1973. His daughter, Laura, was born in 1983 and his son, James, in 1985. He graduated from UW-Oshkosh with a Bachelor's degree in Biology and Chemistry. In 1988, he graduated from UW-Madison, earning a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine. After graduation, he practiced in communities across Wisconsin until 2003 when he purchased Country View Animal Hospital (CVAH) in Neenah, WI.
Randy fought a life-long battle with Crohn's disease and, in his final years, multiple related health problems. Diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in October 2020, Randy passed away peacefully on January 25 at home surrounded by family.
Randy loved nature, gardening and the outdoors; stars, birds and flowers all enthralled him. One of his favorite activities each year was the Sandhill crane count, which he and his family have participated in since 1983. Randy was also a train enthusiast, colleting Lionel model trains since childhood. He cared for, and was generous toward, those around him. Randy cherished the time he spent with his three grandchildren: Ana (11), Adah (10) and George (4 mo.). He also cared deeply about the employees and clients of CVAH and their non-human family members.
Randy is survived by his devoted wife, Nancy; his two children, Laura (Jeremy) Malzon and James (Lucy) DeDecker; his three sisters, Rose (Tom-deceased) Ahrens, Kathy (Bill-deceased) Gardner, and Terry Schmidt; many nieces and nephews; his mother-in-law Margery Balliette; and his three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by both of his parents. A celebration of Randy's life will be held at Kessler Funeral Home in Neenah, WI on Friday, January 29, 5-7pm. Memorials may be made in his honor to Northeast Wisconsin Land Trust or Wisconsin Public Broadcasting.
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Karen Gibson
January 21, 2022
I can´t believe it´s been a year since you gained your wings Some days I look over at the clinic and expect to see you busy with all the tasks you loved so much. I know you are well and happy, please say hi to my brother Ric
Toni Anderson
January 21, 2022
Think of Randy alot and think of you Nancy. Sure do miss him as a veterinarian but most of all as a great man. I know he is happy in Heaven and if I'm lucky one day Ill see him be again.
Todd and Jeannine Jahnke
January 31, 2021
We're so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sandy Lange
January 31, 2021
Dear Nancy,
My deepest sympathy for you and your family. Randy was a great guy and a pleasure to visit with.
We can take solace that his heavenly body is pain free and we will all be together again.
God bless,
Sandy
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Lindsay McCormick
January 30, 2021
Dr Randy while building his new facility helped us with a difficult decision with our Taz. Dr didn't have his computers set up, but did have an exam table! He was a wonderful person whom always helped us. Condolences to your family.
Ruth and Bruce Kieffer
January 30, 2021
Dr. DeDecker was a kind man, very devoted to everyone's "non-human" family members. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Beth and Lloyd Sheetz
January 29, 2021
Dr. DeDecker was so kind to us at a time when our family was hurting, and had gotten a puppy to help ease the pain. Randy was a generous and compassionate human being who will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and sympathy are extended to his family.
Karen Gibson
January 29, 2021
We will miss Dr DeDecker terribly but all of his good will always be with us. Thank you for the years of teaching, care, generosity, friendship and humor you shared with us. We know you are happy Karen & John
Toni Anderson
January 29, 2021
I have such a heavy heart right now. I can't think of a more caring, kind individual. He always brighten my day and calmed my fears about my pets. Randy was always there when you needed a kind word. Heaven just gained a true angel. My entire family felt the same about such a great person. Our heartfelt condolences to Randy's family.
Karen Abraham
January 29, 2021
I am so sorry to hear about Randy's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to Nancy and the family. I worked with Randy for a few years at American Animal Hospital. He was such a kind, compassionate man. He truly cared about you and about your pets. Rest in Peace Randy.
Deborah Depner
January 28, 2021
Dear Nancy and Family I am so very sorry for your loss of your Husband & Father.. Know that I have you all in my thoughts and prayers.. Sincerely Debbie Depner
Steve DeDecker
January 28, 2021
So sad to hear of Randy’s death. Whenever I ran into someone who knew him, they inevitably had glowing things to say about both him as a human being , and his work as a Veterinarian.
Our prayers are with the family tonight.
Bonnie Johnson
January 28, 2021
O my gosh, Dr. Randy was the best and kindest Vet ever. So sorry for your loss. I hope it brings you comfort that Randy was care for by our furry friends and their owners too.
Steph & Tiff
January 28, 2021
Doc. D. was the most generous Veterinarian I have ever known. I have many memories of him going out of his way not just for our pets, but for any animal. Several years ago we found a kitten on the side of the highway in New London. Something wasn’t right with him, so we called Doc. D. It was late and there was a snow storm. He did not hesitate to meet us at the clinic. He ran as many tests as he could being so late. He did everything he could for that kitten. We had so much gratitude and still do. That is just one example of the many acts of kindness we have witnessed. We have so many memories of him being such a amazing Vet and a kind and generous human being. He will be missed and thought of often!
Ashley Bueno
January 27, 2021
Sad to hear the news. You will be deeply missed by many! I don’t know of anyone else that I would trust to care for my pets the way you did. I will always remember you as most generous and kind. I very much enjoyed chatting about animals or visiting your clinic. Growing up I believed I would be a veterinarian one day like you. Unfortunately, after one job shadow I realized I couldn’t handle the surgeries haha. Rest easy and God Bless you. Sending my condolences to the rest of the family.
Linda LaSelle
January 27, 2021
This is such sad news. Dr. DeDecker was one of my favorite people. He helped us through the loss of a number of family pets. He was an awesome vet, and a wonderful, caring human being. My condolences to his family. Such a loss, and way too soon. Sincerely, Linda LaSelle
Kathy Devereaux
January 27, 2021
So sorry to hear this. He was a kind and gentle vet, and we are grateful for his service for our fur family. May he be counting birds and tending to all our furry friends who now enjoy peaceful days.
Shelly
January 27, 2021
Randy was a very kind vet and was always good to all our pets . I remember him telling me once "if you find that a person that is kind to animals, well there's a sign that they will be kind to you as well!" He will be missed.
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