Edward W. Decker Jr.

Edward Decker Obituary

Edward W. Decker, Jr.
Richfield Springs
Edward W. Decker, Jr., 58, of Richfield Springs, passed away Tuesday, February 1, 2011, at Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown. Born March 2, 1952, he was the son of the late Edward W. Decker, Sr., and Lois S. Decker. He attended Richfield Springs High School and Mohawk Valley Community College, with wrestling being his passion. Edward was employed by Titan Homes for several years, serving as purchasing agent and general manager; he committed himself to hard work and loyalty. While the Bottom Line was important, it was always the Little Guys who worked the line that he cared the most about. Upon leaving Titan, he took a position at the Yahnundasis Golf Club. Ed always expressed his love for his family and, while a reserved man, when it came to words, he was so proud of all his children for their accomplishments. He was especially taken by Darians military service and beamed with pride and a tear in his eye many a time. He also had a way with animals both wild and domestic. Though Lucky was heavy on his chest, he often said he could not push her away. Edward was blessed with a loving family, which includes his wife of 35 years, Cynthia, and children: daughters, Dara Markowski and her husband, Walter, and Dariel Decker; sons, Edward W. Decker, III, Darik Decker and his wife, Janice, and Darian Decker and his close friend, Katrina Jones. He leaves seven grandchildren, Wally, Cameron, Makenzie, Kylie, Emma, Ariona and Eryn. Big Brother will also be missed by his sister, Dana Betts and her husband, James, and his brother, Dale. He was preceded in death by a brother, Randy L. Decker. The family would like to thank Dr. Aimee Pearce of the Bassett Clinic in West Winfield for the years afforded Ed and to the ICU of Bassett Cooperstown for the wonderful care provided by the staff during his stay. To the nurse who laughed with us and cried with us, you are special and we will always treasure your kindness. On a final note, thank you Rascal Flatts for Wont Let Go. Its a touching song, so fitting for what we are going through. While it has brought many a tear and will continue to do so, it has inspired us all. There are no calling hours. Funeral arrangements are with J. Seaton McGrath Funeral Home, Richfield Springs.
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Published by The Observer-Dispatch on Feb. 4, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Edward Decker

8 Entries

February 7, 2011

Cindy and family,Our thoughts are with you and all your family during this sad time.I worked with Ed at Titan Homes for many years. Enjoyed all the Super Bowl parties. Nick and Colleen Palmer,Buckeye,Az.

Rich Klotz II

February 5, 2011

Dariel and Family, I am truly sorry for your loss and offer my condolences. Although I didnt get the pleasure of meeting him, from all ive read he truly sounds like an amazing man. May you find comfort in each other in this tough time. Rich Klotz II

February 4, 2011

Loved in death as we loved him in life u will be missed uncle Eddie love always Ronika & Fancy in NC

Dara Markowski

February 4, 2011

Our Dad

If there was anyone in my life that I could say impacted my values as a person it would be my Dad. When I say my Dad, it is more like my parent,s because they are one in the same. In raising their children with certain values, or living the way they were happy, enjoying each others company everyday, they were always on the same page. (as my Dad would say). He wouldn't want that to be said any other way. It was always Dad & Mom.

Dad had STRONG family values. He took pride in everyone of his children, his brother and sister, and everyone he had a relationship with. All of his nieces and nephews he held close to his heart and treated them like they were his own. That is a admiration that stood out above all. He loved, protected, gave advice, listened, and carried us all with him everyday.

In the past ten years, life threw some pretty crazy curves at our family. It hasn't been easy, and still to this day is hard to imagine. But through it all WE stayed UNITED. In some ways we became a stronger, closer family. In other ways it seems we were forced to find our own self and the role we would take in the family. I know he is proud of each and everyone of us.

Dad, loved Nature. Everything from his feline friends and just recently man's best friend. He always loved animals. He could spend countless hours watching birds, squirrels, chipmunks, and deer. We always joked that he could talk to the animals but really believe he could. All animals seemed to have a repor with dad and an instant genuine love, I think the animals just knew.

In his love for animals came his love for nature. A few years ago in order to spend time with him, we would need to drive up to camp to find him. He looked forward to July 4th every year and once again it was about family and nature.

He loved to read, whether is was books or the newspaper. He always had a topic to discuss or a debate to be started. He enjoyed the conversations on the world, or some good ole' football ribbing. He always said he was a serious guy but had his sense of humor and poked fun which we picked up on..and when we ribbed him the term became POKING the BEAR.

Cards....one of perhaps the best times to recall. It was a tradition carried down and more than that it was his way of spending countless hours with us trying to beat him. Everything from Pitch, to Poker, to a game that only we knew how to play because dad invented it. On any occasion we knew if we wanted to play just ask and in most cases he had it all ready. His favorite card the Ace of Spades always turned up for him and that sense of humor side he would stick it to his fore head for all to see.

There are so many things to recall that a book for Dad would be the best. Someday, Dad, someday. But for now just a nice short, to the point, honor of OUR Dad.

Dad gave us so much. But I believe we gave him the same in return in knowing how much we took in the lessons, the love, the way we live, the people we are. It's hard to talk about him in the past and maybe we shouldn't because he lives in us and always will.

February 4, 2011

Carol DeTraglia

February 4, 2011

Family of Ed Decker:
I had the pleasure of working in the office of (Titan) homes with Ed. He was a great and gentle person. I am sorry for your loss.

John Krainik

February 4, 2011

Family of Ed Decker,
I had the pleasure of working with Ed at Champion (Titan) He always had a smile and a cheery "Hello" for everyone. He will be missed. You and yours are remembered in my prayers.

Larry & Michele (Seamon) Winslow

February 4, 2011

Cindy & Family,
So very sorry about Eddy's passing... He was a good man & will be missed greatly. My parents, Grant & Joan Seamon thought an awful lot of Eddy. They will miss him very much. May you know & feel the love, grace & peace of God at this time. Please know that you are in our thoughts & prayers.
God bless...

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