Gail Decker
June 15, 2008
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Gail Decker, 87, died Sunday, June 15, 2008 at Taylor House. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 20, 2008 at Rising Sun Church of Christ with burial at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Prairie City, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the church
Gail was born April 3, 1921 in Ackley, Iowa to Roy and Hattie (Lutje) Francis. She was a homemaker. Gail was a member of Rising Sun Church of Christ. She enjoyed cooking, quilting and taking care of her family.
Gail is survived by her daughter, Donna (Harold) Harker; sons, Robert (Sandy) Harders and Thomas Harders; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Ellis Decker, a grandson and a great-granddaughter.
Memorial contributions may be made to Taylor House or Rising Sun Church of Christ.
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Vicki Dady
06/17/2008
Being Donna's best friend growing up, Gail was like my second Mom. What a sweet lady. I'll miss her until we hug again in heaven.
Karli Francis
06/17/2008
I am so sorry about this loss. She was a fantastic woman. I wish I had the chance to know her better.
A letter from heaven:
o my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness;
here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you,
when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again;
you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night,
the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth,
and all those loving years
because you are only human,
they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers
unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain,
though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you
and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night...
"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street,
and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go...
from that body to be free,
remember you're not going...
you're coming here to me.
Stay strong and know that she is with God.
Love Always
Karli
Lois Shivers
06/19/2008
Donna,
You have been a wonderful daughter to your mother. I know you knew it was coming, but how hard it hits when it really occurs. We lost our father images at nearly the same time and now our mothers are gone. I know what is ahead for you and I wish that I could take it away - but grieving her loss is a trip you have to take and although the next year holds hurts and adjustments, you will come out the other end much stronger. The assurance that she knew God is what makes it all bearable. Gail leaves a wonderful legacy in you - be proud of that!!