John Dale Decker, 72, Coralville
Obituaries · April 09, 2025
John Dale Decker, 72, of Coralville, died Friday, April 4, 2025.
The funeral and visitation were Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at Lensing’s Oak Hill, 210 Holiday Road, Coralville.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the John Decker Memorial Fund. Please come dressed in your favorite sports attire.
John was born on Nov. 5, 1952, in Mattoon, Ill., the son of John and Ruth (Handley) Decker.
He graduated from West Branch High School in 1972.
John was a custodian for the VA Hospital for more than 20 years, retiring in 2022.
He was married to Sherrie Decker, they later divorced.
John loved Iowa Hawkeye sports, especially wrestling. He loved to root for the Cubs, fishing, and going to the casino.
John is survived by his two children, Nolan (Kimberly) Decker of North English and Heath Decker of Coralville; three siblings, Lonnie Decker of Coralville, Trudy Decker of Russel Springs, Ky., and Keith Decker of Clinton; ex-wife Sherrie Decker of Coralville; five grandchildren: Dillon Decker, Tristan Decker and Ambrashia Chrzan of North English, David Chrzan of Riverside, and Rebecca Kidwell of Coralville; and five great-grandchildren, Neveah, Pierce, Elijah, Savannha, and Payton.
John was preceded in death by his parents; brother Bill; an infant brother; and infant great-granddaughter, Avery.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.lensingfuneral.com.
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