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Howard Decker February 29, 1936 - July 13, 2026

Passed peacefully away at Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital, Clarenville on Monday, July 13, 2026,  Howard Decker of Clarenville, aged 90 years.

Predeceased by his daughter Deanna; mother Jemima Reid; grandparents Eli and Sarah Decker.

Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife Marion of 68 years, children Debbie (Guy), Beverley (Michael), Howie (Gwen), Lisa (Jerry); 7 grandchildren Joshua, Jordan, Nicholas, Nathanial, Krista, Jessica, Hannah; 2 great grandchildren Caleb, Gianna; sisters June Hynes, Anne Sheppard (Wesley); brother John Godwin (Joan); nieces, nephews and a large circle of family and friends.

Resting at Calvary Pentecostal Church, Clarenville Tuesday, July 14, 2026 7-9 p.m., Wednesday, July 15, 2026  2-4 and 7-9 p.m.   Funeral Service 2:00 p.m. Thursday, July 16, 2026 at Calvary Pentecostal Church, Clarenville with interment to follow at Interdenominational Cemetery, Clarenville.

Funeral Service 2:00 p.m. Thursday, July 16, 2026 at Calvary Pentecostal Church, Clarenville with interment to follow at Interdenominational Cemetery, Clarenville.

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    Toby Bennett says

    Howie and family sorry to hear of your loss you are in our thoughts and prayers condolences to the family

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    Mildred moss says

    Condolences to the Decker family.Rest in Peace 🙏🙏

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    Herman Rita Russell says

    Deepest Sympathy to all.

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    Aus & Carol Adams says

    So sorry to hear of your loss. Condolences to the family

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    Tracy March says

    Condolences to all the decker family..
    Marion so sorry for your loss..

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    Gina Emberley Shave says

    See you again Uncle Howard. So glad I got a visit with you both Aunt Marion. Love and prayers,
    Gina

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    Bruce Noseworthy says

    So sorry for your family’s loss. May Howard Rest In Peace and Rise in Glory! From: Deacon Bruce and Renee Noseworthy

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    Patricia and Graham Stanley says

    Marion and family. Sorry to hear of Howard ‘s passing. Graham and I, along with mom (myra) send our condolences .

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    Hilda Crocker says

    Condolences to the Decker Family. Our Prayers & thoughts are with you in your time of grieving. Prayers. God give you His comfort & Peace. Ralph & Hilda Crocker

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    Ellsworth Penney says

    Deepest condolences to the Decker Family! Be assured your loss is Heavens Gain.

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      Donna Balsom Petric says

      Marion, Debbie, Beverly, Howie and Lisa, so sorry to hear of Howard’s passing, rest assured that he is in the presence of Jesus now.. thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time..

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        Levi and Maxine Watton says

        Sorry to hear of Howard’s passing. You are in our prayers and thoughts. Condolences to the family

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    Jeff Bursey says

    So sorry to hear. Condolences to friends and family.

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    Stella & Don Combden says

    Marion & family,
    We are so sorry to hear of Howard’s passing. Our sincere condolences to you and your family.
    Stella & Don

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    Cindy Shelley says

    Sorry to hear of your sad loss.. Death was never in the original plans, that’s why we have the Precious Hope of the Resurrection. John 5:28,29.
    It’s a guaranteed promise from our Heavenly Father, Jehovah God. Psalms 83:18.

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    Dorothy Hynes Fitzgerald and Paul Fitzgerald says

    So sorry for your loss . Condolences to you and your family . Hold your memories near and cherish the 9o healthy years you have had him by your side . .Much love and hugs to you and your family . ❤️

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    Claude Kippenhuck says

    To Mrs. Decker and family
    Saddened to hear of Howard’s passing. He was a great friend, we have many great memories. May God comfort and hold you as you pass through this time of sadness. In our thoughts and prayers.

    Claude & Geralda Kippenhuck
    Woodstock, ON

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    Theresa King says

    I am so very sorry to hear about Howard’s passing. My heart goes out to you, Marion, and the rest of the family. . May he Rest In Peace.

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    Maureen Kavanagh says

    Debbie and Guy
    So sorry to hear this sad news, sending my deepest condolences to you and your family.

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    Tina Pinsent says

    Sending our sincere condolences to Deb, Guy, Nick, Nathaniel, and all the Decker family. I hope the memories of good times with Mr. Decker brings you comfort during the difficult days a head.
    Love,,
    Tina (nee: Furlong) and Leonard Pinsent

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    Stephen Drodge says

    Howie and family. My deepest condolences at this very difficult time

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    Len & Heather Singleton says

    To Marion and family: We were sorry to hear of Howard’s passing. Our deepest sympathy to you at this sad time.

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    Herb& Lorraine. Goldsworthy says

    Our sincere Condolences to the Decker Families.

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    Bruce & Sherry Pike says

    Our sincere condolences to the family

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    Clyde Harris says

    Condolences to the family.

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    Leo and Marion Bonnell says

    To Marion Howie and all the Decker family, please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Howard. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

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    Phyllis York(Decker) says

    Sincere condolences to Marion and family as well as my cousins Anne and June and their families. I do remember Howard and Marion when they visited JBA, they left their mark by their friendliness. Rest in peace,Howard..
    Love to all. Phyllis

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    Karen Dawe Moulton says

    Marion and family so sorry to hear of Howard’s passing. You were very special to my mom Kay Dawe.

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    Brenda and Winston Brown says

    Marion, Debbie and all the family
    Brenda and I send our condolences. May God be close to support you in the days ahead.

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    Walter Butler says

    Marion and family, sorry to hear of Howard’s passing, only a little over a month ago I had a chat with him at NAPA, condolences to all

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    Jeremy and Lillian Decker says

    Marion and family, so sad to hear of Howard’s passing. May your memories give you strength and courage during this difficult time. May God bless you all.

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    Gord & Monnie Holmes says

    To Marion,
    So sorry to hear of Howard’s passing. It was indeed an honour for us to have visited with you and Howard at your motorhome in Sanger Park and revisit our Fogo Island roots.
    Today Howard is in the presence of his loving friend Jesus, awaiting the Resurrection. You and your family are in our prayers at this time.

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      Dave and Judy Green says

      Marion and family, we were saddened to hear of Howard’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

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    Jim Hughes says

    My condolences to the Decker family. I have many fond memories of conversations with Howard .

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    Nina Hussey says

    Debbie , Guy and family. My heart and prayers to out to you at this time. Your dad is with the angels.

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    Wilfred Oldford says

    Marion, Howie, Debbie & family members,
    So sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. He is now in the presence of his Lord whom he served for many years. Hang on to all of your precious memories..
    Be assured of my thoughts and prayers. Take care. God bless!

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    Cindy Rodway says

    Howie, Lisa & Family,

    I am so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. I remember seeing your dad and mom in church when I was a child. May all your beautiful memories bring you peace and comfort along your journey. Thinking of you all.

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    Bob Chafe and Family (Clarenville) says

    To Howie and the entire Decker Family.

    Please accept our sincerest condolences on Skipper’s passing. He was a gentleman to be around and always up for a good yarn if time permitted.

    I/we pray that the love of your family and friends and the many fond memories live long in your hearts and minds for ever

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