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DECKER: Wm. Brian of Kippen

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On March 31, 2021 @ 1:54 PM In Exeter,Obituary | 86 Comments

DECKER: Wm. Brian of Kippen

Peacefully with family by his side at the South Huron Hospital on Tuesday March 30, 2021 of Kippen. Loved husband of Heather (Burd) Decker for 50 years. Proud father of Julie Decker and Trudie MacDonald. Dear father-in-law of Les MacDonald. Beloved Poppa of Taylor and Lexie. Survived by his favourite sister-in-law Linda Meredith, and nephews David (José) and Paul (Julianne) and sister Susan McDonald. Predeceased by parents Karl and Ruth Decker and his beloved in-laws Stephen and Florence Burd, brother-in-law Wayne Meredith and brothers Wayne, Randy, Tim and sister Jennifer Caissie.

Brian was a man who enjoyed simple pleasures in life. He was most proud of the accomplishments of his martial arts students.

Keeping with Brian’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Haskett Funeral Home, Exeter (519-235-1220). Donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, the Lung Association or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be forwarded through www.haskettfh.com.


Condolences for the family of “DECKER: Wm. Brian of Kippen”

Condolence from Dalton Ford on March 31st, 2021 2:28 PM

Heather, Trudie, Les and Taylor, Julie and family. My sincere condolences for your loss. Thinking of you at this time, Dalt

Condolence from Karen Dickins on March 31st, 2021 2:29 PM

Heather and family, I am shocked to see this. My deepest condolences to you, cherish your memories. Virtual hugs to you Heather.

Condolence from Joyce and Andrew Hummel on March 31st, 2021 3:08 PM

Our heartfelt sympathy to you Heather, Julie, Trudie and families. We will miss Brian in our neighbourhood. He was an awesome bus driver and martial arts teacher to many. Thinking of you all in the coming days.

Condolence from Evelyn Steckle Vincent on March 31st, 2021 3:21 PM

Heather and family
I am so sorry to read of Brian’s passing. May the good memories help carry you through this difficult time. His memory will live on

Condolence from Della Carroll Smith on March 31st, 2021 3:36 PM

Heather, Trudie, Les and Taylor, Julie and family. My sincere condolences for your loss. Brian was a huge part of the Murphy Seaforth team for 27+years . He drove miles and miles safely and bused a lot of students to and from school he had a smile and a nick name for each. He will always be remember with a smile and as our “cowboy” bus driver, friend and co-worker.

Condolence from Deb venner on March 31st, 2021 3:52 PM

Virtual hug

Condolence from Jack and Norma McGregor on March 31st, 2021 3:57 PM

Heather & family. We are sorry to hear about the passing of Brian. Cherish all the memories.

Condolence from Patty Groot on March 31st, 2021 4:10 PM

Heather, Julie & Family;
Our sincere condolences to you all! You are in our thoughts throughout these challenging days.
Sincerely
Joey & Patty Groot

Condolence from Ellen murphy on March 31st, 2021 4:18 PM

Heather and family. Sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. Worked with Brian at Murphys seaforth for many years. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Condolence from Helen Hodgins on March 31st, 2021 4:31 PM

Sincere condolences. Keep the good times in your hearts.

Condolence from Anne & Brad Mousseau on March 31st, 2021 4:38 PM

Heather, Julie, Trudy & Les & families, sending heartfelt condolences in Brian’s passing.
So sorry to read this sad news.
His smile & cowboy hat will remain in my fond memories of Brian, way back to CIBC days!
Hugs.

Condolence from Elaine and Wayne Corbett on March 31st, 2021 4:41 PM

Our deepest sympathies to you Heather and family. Cherish all the fond memories you have to help you through this difficult time.

Condolence from Jason Bourne on March 31st, 2021 4:50 PM

Heather, Julie, Trudie and Family,

I am deeply saddened to hear of Brian’s passing. Boy am I going to miss him; he made my day! I LOVED his laugh, so much so I used every joke in my repertoire to hear it! My sincerest condolences to family. We lost a great guy.

Condolence from John & Carol Coleman on March 31st, 2021 5:01 PM

Dearest Heather, Julie, Trudie & families: As mentioned, Brian will be missed (by many) and we are thinking of you at this most sorrowful of times. Hopefully you can find a sense of peace in our heartfelt condolences. Cyber hugs to each of you and may Brian rest in eternal peace.
John, Carol & family.

Condolence from Dianne Waun on March 31st, 2021 5:29 PM

Dear Heather, Julie, Trudie and Families,
I am so sad to read of Brian’s death.
I have known him since our teenage years and
always enjoyed his sense of humour and joy for life.
Sending virtual hugs to Brian’s beloved family during these sad times.
Dianne

Condolence from Frank, Mary Boyle on March 31st, 2021 5:29 PM

Trudy, Les, Taylor
Our sincere condolences, in the loss of a father, and grandfather

Condolence from Dave & Anne Cottel on March 31st, 2021 5:30 PM

Trudie, Les and Taylor:
So sorry to read of your father’s passing Trudie, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Treasure all the memories you have of a dear father, father in-law and grandpa and hold them close to your heart in the days ahead. Sending hugs to you.

Condolence from Anne kling furry on March 31st, 2021 6:23 PM

Thoughts and prayers are with you cowboy and I worked together for many years he will be missed.
RIP cowboy we will always remember you.
Anne and Lyle

Condolence from Linda Meredith on March 31st, 2021 6:26 PM

Heather, Julie & Lexie, Trudie, Leslie & Taylor
It is with a sad heart that I send you all my love, hugs and deepest sympathy.
I will always remember Brian for his sideways glance I so often got.
With Love from Brian’s favourite sister-in-law.

Condolence from Kevin & Janet McKinnon on March 31st, 2021 6:56 PM

Heather &Family
I was so sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. Cherish all your wonderful memories of your many years together. Keeping you & your family in our thoughts & prayers.

Condolence from Elaine Vandeworp on March 31st, 2021 6:59 PM

Trudie and all your family. We would like to express our sympathy to you and your family. Treasure the many happy memories you have. Bill and Elaine.

Condolence from Bruce Taylor on March 31st, 2021 7:00 PM

Heather our hearts are with you and your Family ❤️
Love Sue and Bruce

Condolence from Marna De Jong on March 31st, 2021 7:06 PM

Heather,
Our thoughts are with you and your family !
Love,
Marna and Ed

Condolence from Sue Riley on March 31st, 2021 7:12 PM

Julie and family…..thinking of you during this difficult time.

Condolence from Jim, Linda Ferguson and family on March 31st, 2021 7:21 PM

Heather, Julie, Trudie and family:
We have great memories of time spent with Brian.
From the glory days of “reffing” hockey to our random chats in passing, we will be ever grateful to have enjoyed Brian’s company.
Our thoughts and hearts are with you at this time.

Condolence from Leroy&Cheryl Edwards on March 31st, 2021 7:27 PM

So sorry guys May the many memories you enjoyed bring you comfort!

Condolence from Angela Vandeworp on March 31st, 2021 7:59 PM

Trudie Leslie and Decker family please except my condolences on the loss of your father.

Condolence from Joan Finkbeiner on March 31st, 2021 9:42 PM

Trudie Les and Taylor: my condolences to you and your family on the passing of your father and grandfather.

Joan Finkbeiner

Condolence from Jim&Lori Dietrich(Gould) on March 31st, 2021 10:02 PM

We are so sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. Sending our sincere condolences to all.

Condolence from Dave Richardson on April 1st, 2021 5:54 AM

Heather and family my sincere condolences for your loss . Brian was truly an awesome man he was a fantastic driver who loved driving bus and treated all the students on his bus like one of his own and always came up with a nickname for the each student Brian you will be missed by all

Condolence from Rob Murphy on April 1st, 2021 6:06 AM

Hats of To The Cowboy! Brian started driving for our family in September 1993. He enjoyed karate and the students he transported. Known for his famous grin and loud voice, will be missed by all. Our thoughts with the entire family.

Rob Murphy

Condolence from Cheryl on April 1st, 2021 6:23 AM

Trudie, Les and the Decker family

Sorry for your loss, hold all the memories close, thinking of you all at this sad and difficult time.

Cheryl and Ernie Warden

Condolence from Linda Millar on April 1st, 2021 7:02 AM

Dear Heather and family;
Sending you my sympathies on the passing of Brian. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers .
Brian’s little grin and wit will remain in my memories. It was an honour to care for him. Cherish your memories too.
Sincerely
Linda M

Condolence from Glen and Donna Greb on April 1st, 2021 7:06 AM

So sorry for your loss. Hugs!

Condolence from Pauline Johnson on April 1st, 2021 7:09 AM

Our deepest condolences to the families ,Brian will be sadly missed by many friends, students, long time hockey players as for he coached a few guys in the days. R.I.P. Brian

Condolence from Joan McCallum on April 1st, 2021 7:20 AM

Heather and Family: So sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. Cherish your memories. ((((Hugs)))))

Condolence from Carol Gascho on April 1st, 2021 7:58 AM

Our deepest sympathy Heather & Family. May your good memories sustain you. Glenn & Carol Gascho

Condolence from Marjie & Tom Westerveld on April 1st, 2021 8:11 AM

Heather, Julie, Trudie, families, So sorry to hear of Brian’s passing, thinking of all of you.

Condolence from Cathie Alexander on April 1st, 2021 9:02 AM

I am so sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. He was a great karate sensei to me and my daughter and son years ago. He was always patient and very encouraging. Our thoughts are with you all at this very sad time.

Condolence from Chris Taylor on April 1st, 2021 9:20 AM

Heather, Julie and Trudie and family… my thoughts and prayers are with you my darling cousins during this difficult time. Hold each other tight and cherish your memories.
Sending virtual hugs.

Love from Chris Taylor

Condolence from Margaret Brintnell & Brad on April 1st, 2021 9:48 AM

Dear Heather, Trudie, Les, Taylor & All the family
Oh My Gosh Trudie couldn’t believe what I was reading. I am so sorry to see this sad news. Both Brad & I extend our sympathy to all of you at this very difficult time. All of you are in our prayers . Share all your great memories now & in days to come. May God give you all extra strength & Bless Everyone of You.
Thinking about You – Margaret & Brad

Condolence from Cheryle (Barnes) Walter on April 1st, 2021 10:23 AM

So sorry to hear this very sad news. Feel the big hug coming to you from Montana.

Condolence from Bobbi Vandeworp on April 1st, 2021 10:25 AM

Heather, Trudie, Les, Taylor, Julie & Lexie,

We are so sorry for your loss.
Please know we are thinking of you all at this difficult time

Love Bill & Bobbi

Condolence from Katherine Ens on April 1st, 2021 10:54 AM

Deepest sympathy Heather, Trudie and Julie. Brian will be missed by all who knew him. He was a kind-hearted teddy bear and a true friend.

Condolence from Carole Lambert on April 1st, 2021 11:47 AM

Heather and family
Sending you Love and prayers to help you through this difficult time.
My heart is aching for you
Love Carole

Condolence from Jane Penninga on April 1st, 2021 1:01 PM

Trudie, Les and Taylor, My sincere condolences to you and your family on the loss of your father/grandfather.

Condolence from Greg and Carrie Parsons on April 1st, 2021 1:05 PM

Trudie, Les and Taylor

Our sincere condolences on your great loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers as you journey through the difficult days ahead.

Greg and Carrie

Condolence from Dave Gascho on April 1st, 2021 2:17 PM

Heather,
So sorry to hear this sad news. Brian taught me and many others so much. He was a great mentor and a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. My condolences to you and your family.

Condolence from Heather, Allan & Aden Cunningham on April 1st, 2021 2:19 PM

Trudie, Les and family. Sorry to hear about the passing of your father, father-in-law and grandfather. Please know we are thinking of you at this time

Condolence from Tom Dickins on April 1st, 2021 3:19 PM

Deepest sympathy Heather and Family, Lots of great memories when we worked together at the Hensall Arena in the early 80″s
He will be missed and never forgotten.

Condolence from Blaine Stephenson on April 1st, 2021 3:23 PM

Dear Heather and family members, So sorry to hear of Brian’s passing please know we are thinking of you at this difficult time .
Blaine & Leisa

Condolence from Wayne & Bonnie Keller on April 1st, 2021 3:27 PM

Heather, Trudie, Julie…Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this sad time. Brian will be missed. Hugs Wayne & Bonnie Keller

Condolence from Phil & Laurie Erb on April 1st, 2021 3:56 PM

Heather, Julie, Trudy and family. We are sorry to hear the sad news of Brian’s passing. We think of him every time we watch our wedding video which he recorded for us. Cherish the memories.

Condolence from Chris Merrigan on April 1st, 2021 4:04 PM

Julie and Lexie,
Deepest condolences to you and your family.
Thinking of you and sending hugs your way.

Condolence from Phil & Linda Regier on April 1st, 2021 4:31 PM

Heather & family:
Our sincere condolences to all of you at this sad time.
May all the good times you had together help to heal your hearts!

Condolence from Joe and Marilyn Kenda on April 1st, 2021 4:37 PM

Heather and Family
So sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. 💕

Condolence from Deyan Zgavc on April 1st, 2021 4:42 PM

My deepest and most heart felt sympathies to you and your family right now. Brian (Sensei) was an incredible pillar in my teens and I am a better person for knowing him during those times.

Condolence from Karen Brintnell on April 1st, 2021 6:18 PM

Trudie, Julie, Les, Taylor, Lexie and Family.
So sorry to hear of your loss,
Deepest sympathy, sending hugs
Karen, Bill, Zach and Caitlin Brintnell xo

Condolence from Marlene Ingram on April 1st, 2021 6:49 PM

Heather ,Julie ,Trudie and families ,so very sorry for your loss ,thinking of you all .

Condolence from Wendy Gregoire on April 1st, 2021 11:33 PM

My thoughts and prayers to all. Safe in the arm of Jesus.

Condolence from Jim Oesch on April 2nd, 2021 8:06 AM

Heather and girls
Very sorry to hear of Brian passing, he was a great guy . I had the pleasure to work for him years ago ,a great builder .

Condolence from Ken Oesch on April 2nd, 2021 8:20 AM

Rest In Peace Brian. My condolences to your family. The Decker family was always good to me as a kid .

Condolence from Linda Charrette on April 2nd, 2021 11:14 AM

Trudie, …so very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family. Remembering when your Dad would drop you off and pick you up at the restaurant….take care..Linda (Reid) Charrette.

Condolence from Paula LaPorte on April 2nd, 2021 1:51 PM

Dear Heather and girls,
My sincere condolences to you ….thinking of you during this time.
Hugs
Paula

Condolence from David Taylor on April 2nd, 2021 3:14 PM

Heather and family,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

David and Rose

Condolence from Murray, Kim MacDonald and Family on April 2nd, 2021 3:27 PM

Trudie . Les. Taylor , Heather, Julie and Lexi Our sincere condolences on the loss of your father, husband and grandfather cherish the memories sending hugs to all

Condolence from Karen Brady on April 2nd, 2021 3:47 PM

Sending our deepest condolences to you Heather and family at this very sad time. Love and hugs, Tim and Karen

Condolence from Donna Masse on April 2nd, 2021 4:27 PM

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Sending love and hugs. Love Aunt Donna and Uncle Jim

Condolence from Tim Sharon Mackenzie Taeler Goudie on April 2nd, 2021 5:18 PM

From our Family to your Family we are deeply saddened by the loss that you and your family have encountered. Our hearts go out to you during this trying time our thoughts and prayers are with you. I will always remember the grey Chevy when Brian would come and clear our driveway and all the good he did.

Condolence from Darren and Denise Boyle on April 2nd, 2021 5:48 PM

Sending our heartfelt condolences. Thinking of the family at this difficult time.

Condolence from Andrea Schaefer on April 2nd, 2021 7:14 PM

Dear Heather and family,
Our sincere sympathy at this time. Thinking of you and please never hesitate to reach out. We are still here for you. Sending virtual hugs to you all. Andrea & Michael Schaefer

Condolence from Kathy & Greg O’Reilly on April 2nd, 2021 9:52 PM

Heather & family: Sincere condolences on your loss of Brian. We both worked with him recently, & years ago he bused our kids to school. He will be surely missed. Treasure your many happy memories. Thinking of you!
Greg & Kathy

Condolence from Steve Gould on April 2nd, 2021 11:32 PM

My condolences to the family and friends of Brian. I reffed hockey for years with Brian and always enjoyed our outings. There were many chuckles and Brian always seemed upbeat when we worked together over the years. He always brought his thermos with him and a great attitude. I’m sorry to hear of his passing. Steve Gould

Condolence from Sharon Allen on April 2nd, 2021 11:56 PM

Trudie, Les, Taylor and Dekker family. Sincere condolences in the loss of your father, father-in-law and grandfather.. I send hugs to comfort you . Find strength in each other. Cherish the memories and speak of them often. He is with you always. Love You. Aunt Sharon

Condolence from Allan and Patty Case on April 3rd, 2021 8:30 AM

Our sincere condolences. Cherish the many memories.

Condolence from Tyler Goudie on April 3rd, 2021 11:51 AM

My sincerest condolences Heather Trudy and Julie I have nothing but good memories of Brian starting as a pre teen riding in the back of The Decka Bus my first time to Sarnia the farm in Zurich.May he rest in peace a true gem of a man

Condolence from Carmen Jenkin on April 4th, 2021 8:34 AM

Our sincere condolences to your family. We’ve never forgotten our teachings with Sensei Brian (and Sensei Julie), having the tough exterior but the warm and caring side that always came through. Rest In Peace Sensei

Condolence from Elaine and Don Beauchamp on April 5th, 2021 2:07 PM

Dear Heather and Family Our Deepest Sympathy of the sad news of Brian’s passing God Bless you through this difficult time

Condolence from Jennison on April 5th, 2021 8:59 PM

Sending our deepest and heartfelt condolences to your family and friends. So sorry for your loss we are here for you if you need anything . Sending hugs.

Dwight and Sharon Jennison

Condolence from Donald & Margaret Carey on April 8th, 2021 7:08 PM

Heather, Julie & Trudie
I would like to offer my condolences on the passing of Brian. I have some very fond memories of our time together training in the martial arts. Marg & I are keeping Brian & you in our thoughts and prayers.
Don & Marg Carey

Condolence from Jeff Balsdon on April 8th, 2021 8:30 PM

Heather, Julie and Trudie

My sincere condolences to you and your family. I have some very fond memories that I will cherish in the time that we trained the martial arts together. In our hearts and prayers. Oss!

Jeff Balsdon

Condolence from Shannon Roche on April 9th, 2021 7:54 PM

Heather, Julie and Trudie,
So sorry for the loss of your dear husband and father.. Always remember him smiling and that goes way back to when the girls were so little… Heather my heart goes out to you..Big Hugs
Shannon (Smale) Roche

Condolence from Mark Heimrich on April 9th, 2021 11:56 PM

Heather, Julie, Trudie & Families;

My sincere condolences in your loss of Brian. I have many fond memories of our family visits in years past. It was always fun to have Brian around especially when he’d plow the snow at our store laneways. As a young boy it was pretty exciting when Brian let me hop in the GMC “Jimmy” with him to push snow! My thoughts are with you all. R.I.P. Brian.

Mark Heimrich

Condolence from Dr. Robert Glaskin-Clay on April 19th, 2021 9:20 AM

Heather & Family,

Truly sorry to read of the passing of Brian. He was a great guy, very true to himself. Crusty on the outside, but soft as a marshmallow on the inside. My life was made better by knowing him. I am sure that his legacy will live on especially through his martial arts students. They could not have had a more worthwhile teacher about being kind and decent to those around them, while being completely honest with you. Brian was truly “one of a kind”, very unique and special & it was an honour to know him.

Condolence from Colleen Faulds Walden & Peter Walden on April 23rd, 2021 8:27 PM

Heather and family – we are so very sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. Our sincere condolences for your loss. Colleen & Peter

Condolence from Lynn Creech on April 25th, 2021 9:10 AM

On behalf of the Adamthwaite cousins we send our sincere sympathy

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