Donald M. Decker

1931 - 2017

Donald M. Decker obituary, 1931-2017

BORN

1931

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Kraeer-Fairchild Funeral Home and Cremation Center

4061 North Federal Highway

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Donald Decker Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 1, 2017.

Donald Meyers Decker was born March 19, 1931, in Passaic, N.J., and died Sept. 30, 2017 at Williamsburg Landing in Wilton Manors, FL. He was the first son of Wilhelmina and Cornelius Decker.

A Graduate of New York University with a BA in Business, he joined the American Air Force in 1952 to participate in the Korean Conflict. Donald retired in 1955 as a full Captain. His service included assignments to ferry nuclear bombs to England and weapons to Puerto Rico; recon missions over Korea and aerial refueling over Marakesh, Morroco and North Africa as part of the Strategic Bomber Command. (SAC)

His professional life was in Systems Development for the American Broadcast Company and Manager of Broward County Information System Division. He also served in the County Records Division of Broward County prior to retiring in 2002.

Don married Elizabeth Ann Chambers and was blessed with three sons: Steven, Jeffrey and James. Death called Elizabeth in 1986 and Donald married Carol Lee Ortman in 1987. Carol's two children Craig and Beth became Don's new family. Don is also survived by 4 granddaughters: (Nancy; Christine; Alexandra, and Katie Decker;) and his sister Constance Beaudoin-Tate.

Don, we miss you greatly, and sorely regret your passing. Your life enriched all of ours. Although your physical presence has been lost to us, the lessons you taught and the love you gave will never be forgotten. WE WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Donald's memorial service which will commence on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 at 6:00 at the Kraeer-Fairchild Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 4061 North Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale.

Online tributes at: www.kraeerfairchild.com

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October 8, 2017

George Shahood

Carol,

Kay and I were sorry to here of your husband, Don's passing. May God be with him and you in this difficult time.

George and Kay Shahood.

October 3, 2017

Wes Raymond

Aunt Carol,
I'm so sorry for your lost. I wish that I could help you shoulder the pain and lost that you must now bear. I cannot, but I will pray for you to have the strength to carry on as I know you will. Sending prayers your way.
Love
Wes

October 2, 2017

Dear Carol,
Please accept our sincere condolences on your loss. Jack and Barbara Luzzo.

October 2, 2017

Susan Stillo

A dad's life cannot be measured in words. What he gives us in wisdom and knowledge in coaching us through life's defining moments will always be with us. The loss is always hard but you carry him on through your own fatherhood. May perpetual light shine upon him. May he Rest In Peace. Sue (Stillo) & Terry Miller

October 1, 2017

My deepest sympathy for your loss. He lived a good life. Joan Stillo

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