Karl Decker

Died: October 7, 2006 | Place: London Health Sciences Centre - University Hospital

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DECKER:
At University Hospital , London , after a short and peaceful bout with cancer, on Saturday, October 7, 2006, Frederick Karl Decker in his 83rd year. Beloved husband for 55 years of the late Ruth (Adamthwaite) Decker. Proud father of Brian and Heather Decker, Randy and Angela Decker, Tim Decker, and Susan and Bruce McDonald. Predeceased by his son Wayne Decker and his daughter Jennifer Caissie. Grandpa will be missed by 15 grandchildren. Karl was born in Zurich, lived and farmed in Huron County until 1972, when he and Ruth retired to their lakefront home at Lake McQuaby, near Nipissing, Ontario and developed a passion for woodworking. Returned to the London area after Ruth’s passing in 2002 and continued his extensive hobby. Per his wishes there will be no visitation or funeral service. An Open House to reminisce with family and friends will be held at the home of Susan and Bruce McDonald, 169 Harris Road, Delaware on Sunday October 15th from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Special thanks to Karl’s caregivers at University Hospital, 4th Floor. A. Millard George Funeral Home (519-433-5184) entrusted with arrangements. On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

12 Comments

  1. Pat and Gwen O'Rourke October 9, 2006 at 9:07 pm

    It has been many years since the Decker family resided on the hill outside of Zurich. I was sorry to read about the death of your dad. Our sincere sympathy is extended to all of the family at this sad time.

  2. Shirley Erb (Oesch) October 9, 2006 at 11:56 pm

    To The Decker Family

    I would like to pass on my Deepest Sympathy to all of you.I have lost track of you over the years but there are memories that remain. Your Mom and Dad were wonderful people. My greatest memory was the time we took care of all of you , done the barn chores, and had to throw water on Brian to wake him up to help. Are you still hard to wake up Brian? I do believe you were not very happy with me at the time but it sure got you up and about.
    I would be thrilled to hear from you all and to know were and what you are doing.

    Shirley (Oesch) Erb

  3. Jeff and Janice Wiersma October 10, 2006 at 10:37 am

    Randy, Angie and Adriana
    So sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad and Grandpa. Our thoughts are with you all.

  4. Marilyn Pryor October 10, 2006 at 11:44 am

    To Susan and Family,

    Even though we are miles apart, our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

    Love Marilyn & Brian

  5. Tamien Garrah / Calista Temmerman October 10, 2006 at 3:22 pm

    Dear,Randy,Angie & Adrianna,
    Sorry to read about the passing of your father,father inlaw, and grandfather.You are in our thoughts and prayers. Tamien & Calista

  6. Diane/Dan Bell October 11, 2006 at 1:29 pm

    We were sorry to hear about Mr.Decker’s passing, we hope that fond memories of him will warm his familiy’s hearts now and in the future.

  7. Andrew and Joyce Hummel October 13, 2006 at 4:36 pm

    Heather, Brian, Julie and Trudy,
    Although words cannot begin to ease your sorrow, please know that all of you are in our thoughts. Our deepest sympathy.
    Andrew and Joyce

  8. Paula Loxton October 14, 2006 at 5:16 pm

    With sympathy from Paula, Mabel and the morning Coffee Club at Ethel’s Snack Bar in Powassan. Karl will be forever missed but not forgotten.

  9. Karen and Rob Bedford October 16, 2006 at 12:02 am

    We have many fond memories of our times on Lake McQuaby and visits with Karl and Ruth and his children. We remember the first time we met the Decker family as they were waiting for us to vacate so they could move in as their house was not built yet. Unfortuantely we are no longer in Ontario but out in BC. Our prayers are with you in this time. Sorry you have lost both your parents now.God Bless in the days ahead.
    Karen and Rob

  10. Karen Bedford October 16, 2006 at 2:46 pm

    Susan,
    Just talked to Aunt Helen( Harrison from McQuaby) to inform her of your dad’s death. She is going to get in touch with you herself. Hope all went well yesterday and you had many good memories surface. Karen

  11. David Decher October 22, 2006 at 10:51 pm

    I just heard of our loss. I will pass on the news to the other family members here in the states. Many prayers from your extended family. Karl’s 3rd Cousin once removed

  12. Kenneth Decher October 23, 2006 at 11:29 am

    My heartfelt condolences to the family of Karl Decker.

    I am the father of David Decher and was born in 1931. I am the son of Harry Decher of Pidgeon Michigan.

    I wish that in some way the Decher clan could have stayed in closer contact and that I could have known Karl.

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