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Robert DeKay Obituary
McKinney, TX: Robert "Deke" Bruce DeKay entered eternal life on Sunday, 8 March 2015 at his home surrounded by loved ones. He is survived by his adoring wife of 45 years, Virginia "Ginger" Boyd DeKay; son, Bobby (Mary) Barnaba; daughter, Bobbie Jo (Matthew) Shoemake; stepson, Gary (Nancy) Maddux. Service will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at 2401 Country View Lane, McKinney, TX. Please see RestlandFuneralHome.com for full obit info.
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Gerri Benedict
March 21, 2015
Oh Ginger, sorry to hear about your husband. Many happy conversations at Enfield School and will always miss you. Love, Gerri
Jacki Brooks
March 20, 2015
his sister Judy and his first wife Mary worked at the telephone company on Tioga Street and that is how I got to meet him as he always attended our phone company parties. Bob was an excellent dancer. May he rest in peace
brandee Berggren
March 16, 2015
Ginger and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Brandee Connors Berggren
March 14, 2015
It has been so long since I have seen any of you . My sympathy to you all & Bob is at peace with his Lord now.
Helen Jackson Hetherington
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March 14, 2015
To my Hungarian cousin, Bobbie we grew up in the depression shared all with family. Will miss you at Newman golf course Will always be in my soul with the Lord. Cousin John Perko.
Nova Sherwood
March 14, 2015
To the Dekay family I am very sorry for your loss.
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