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Lawrence Barrett DECKER Sr.

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Lawrence DECKER Obituary

12/16/1942 - 5/14/2013 Hats Off To Larry Age 70, born in Saint Paul, son of Dr. Charles H. and Jean B. Decker. Preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Charles and David. Survived by son, Lawrence Jr. (Rebecca); granddaughter, Lauren, grandson, Sean, all of Walworth, WI; sisters, Mary Hall (Mike), Jean (Mary Beth), Emmy Byrne (aka Lulu Belle), Elizabeth Seltz (Steve); brothers, John, Francis (Joan) and Thomas; and many nieces and nephews. Larry owned and operated The Purest One Water Purification Company which he founded in 1977. He grew up (kind of) in Saint Paul and will be missed by many, many friends, relatives and his local DQ . Visitation 4-8 PM Thursday at O'HALLORAN AND MURPHY FUNERAL HOME (575 S. Snelling Ave., St. Paul) 651-698-0796. Graveside Services will be held at 10 AM Friday at RESURRECTION CEMETERY in Mendota Heights.


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Published by Pioneer Press on May 15, 2013.

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Dallas Larson

May 21, 2013

Lulu Bell-- I am glad that I met you just before the "General" went home.

Michael Holzer

May 18, 2013

Larry was one of a Kind. Like my father Tom I was privileged to meet and know Larry. I might not have known him as well as my dad. But he truely was one of a kind and will be missed by everyone who knew him.

May 17, 2013

My sympathy to the family. "Harry" will be missed by the old gang. His wackiness and love of fun gave all of us good laughs and we will always have fond memories of those good times.

May 16, 2013

Thinking of my cousins at this difficult time. So sorry for your loss. Cousin Anne (Barrett)Folman

T. Homer McMahon

May 16, 2013

My prayers to the Decker family. I grew up with LD and remained good friends for many years ........many fond memories and will miss all the phone calls!! Rest in peace my friend.

Dan O'hearn

May 15, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to the Decker family and friends. Rest in peace Larry..

Nancy Freeman

May 15, 2013

To the Decker Family:

My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to you. I am hoping God grants you peace in this difficult time. The memories of Larry will never be forgotten! He was an amazing and loving person! God is lucky to have such an amazing angle by his side. Rest in peace Larry, you are missed by many!

Nancy

Tom Holzer

May 15, 2013

My sympathies and prayers go out to the entire Decker Family. I was privileged to meet Larry. I recall fondly some Larryisms (I know it isn't a word, but I don't think “Harry” would care). We all enjoyed everything from 6 way conference calls, bed checks on Saturday morning, Champps (at the original place on W. 7th), the hat, to the mustache. Larry made a strong, positive, and lasting imprint on the hearts and minds of everyone he met. He is sorely missed.

George Mischke

May 15, 2013

Tommy D, I'm so sorry for your loss! I'll never forget your support when my Dad passed!! Stay strong, dude!!! See you on the motorcycle soon. George

Jim Belisle

May 15, 2013

To Mary and the rest of the Decker family...my sympathies and prayers to all of you. I'm glad I had a chance to visit with Larry at Mike and Lindsey's wedding last September. We shared a lot of happy memories that evening. Other than his health he hadn't changed a bit in the last 30+ years. I got to know Larry thru Nick Christensen and he was definitely fun to be around. Big smile and a bit of...let's see what we can do to find some fun or on occassion a bit of trouble. It was my pleasure to have had the chance to get know Larry in our younger years. As with Nick...my memories of Larry will always bring a smile to my face. Rest in peace Larry...your race is done and I'm sure all who came into contact with you are better because of it. You made people smile and yes(on occassion) did something that made us shake our head and laugh.
God Bless.

Billy Sampair

May 15, 2013

To the Decker family: From a friend from a long time ago... Remembering Whitefish lake, the "boat", Manhattan Beach... a lot of fun and crazy times! May Larry rest in peace!

lisa Sorenson

May 15, 2013

Prayers are with your family, I'm very sorry for your loss.

Bill and Susan Jacobson

May 15, 2013

We will miss Larry so much!! He had such a charming personality!! We were always amazed how Larry could talk to anybody!!
God Bless...

ken morison

May 15, 2013

To the family of Larry. We offer you condolence's at this time of grief! Just know that Larry had many friends that loved him and cherished his friendship! He is now in a better place. Ken Morison and family

Ken Morison

May 15, 2013

To the family of Larry. We offer you condolence's at this time of grief! Just know that Larry had many friends that loved him and cherished his friendship! He is now in a better place. Ken Morison and family

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