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Catherine Decker Obituary
WILKES-BARRE — Catherine M. Decker, 88, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2016, in the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital.
She was born in Wilkes-Barre on June 28, 1928, a daughter of the late John and Mary Pikul Mengak. Catherine was a graduate of Marymount High School, class of 1946. She was also a 1948 graduate of the Wilkes-Barre Business College.
Catherine was married to the love of her life, Dr. Raymond G. Decker, on Oct. 22, 1956. Widowed at a young age, she took great pride in the accomplishments of her children. Her greatest enjoyment in life was spending time with her children and grandchildren.
She was formerly employed by the Guild Studios for the Diocese of Scranton and she worked in the office for her late husband in Wilkes-Barre.
Catherine was a member of St. Anthony-St. George's Maronite Catholic Parish in Wilkes-Barre and she was a member of its Altar & Rosary Society.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Raymond G. Decker, in 1976, and by her daughter, Susan, in 1987. Catherine was also preceded in death by her brothers, Paul and John Mengak.
Surviving are her children, Dr. Raymond G. Decker Jr., Millstone, N.J., Dr. Catherine F. Decker, Washington D.C., Dr. Gary R. Decker, and his wife, Jenifer, Kingston, Dr. Mary Lou Decker and her husband, Dr. Brad D. Fenster, Shavertown; grandchildren, Dr. Ashley Lauren Decker- Kowal, Raymond George Decker III, Beau Alexander Decker, Gary R. Decker Jr., Matthew S. Decker, Elena Susan Fenster and Benjamin Raymond Fenster; nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 9 a.m. Tuesday from the Nat & Gawlas Funeral Home, 89 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre, with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 9:30 a.m. in St. Anthony's Maronite Catholic Church, Park Avenue, Wilkes-Barre. Interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Hanover Township. Friends may call 4 to 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be sent by visiting Catherine's obituary at www.natandgawlas.com.
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June 16, 2017
So sad to hear about the passing of Cathy. She was a remarkable, loving and intelligent woman. Always there for everyone. Her dedication and support to the family resulted in the success of all her children and the community at large. Love you Cathy.
Betty Lou Connell
September 21, 2016
Cathy and the Decker family:
I just found out about your mother, Cathy. I am so sorry for your loss. I have memories of your birthday sleepover and your mother coming downstairs to the party. Her smile lit up the room. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Rose Kaminski
September 20, 2016
So sorry to hear of your moms passing.
Tony Thomas
September 20, 2016
So sorry
Jerry Korey
September 19, 2016
May she be at peace; back with her loving husband and with the Lord.
Virginia Chwastyk
September 19, 2016
To the Decker family,
So sorry for you loss. May she rest in peace.
Paul Ushinski
September 19, 2016
Dr. Decker and family,Our deep condolences on the passing of your Mother. May she be remembered with a smile. A Mom who raised a wonderful son and Doctor.
September 19, 2016
mary lou and family whenever i stoped by for the dog she was cooking a feast for the holidays sincere condolences bonnie mirin
September 19, 2016
Dr. Decker and Family,
So very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Betsy DalSanto
Post Acute Medical/Mercy
Mary and Rich Gryziec
September 19, 2016
Dear Gary, Jenifer and family,
May happy memories help you through this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Mary and Rich Gryziec
Angie Webby-Wrhel
September 18, 2016
Marylou and the entire Decker family I am so very sorry to hear that your mom has passed away. She was a beautiful woman on the inside and out. May she rest in peace in the arms of our lord.
Elissa Sherman
September 18, 2016
My heart goes out to you all in this time of sorrow.
ANDY MAMARY
September 18, 2016
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY. I HAVE KNOWN CATHERINE FOR MANY YEARS, SHE WAS A WONDERFUL & BEAUTIFUL PERSON. SHE WILL SURELY BE MISSED. MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE.
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