John Deckrow

John Deckrow, age 76, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, September 28, 2020. He is survived by his wife, Karen Deckrow; children Carrie Roux, Sara (Drew) Anthony, Aaron (Renee) Deckrow, Rachel (John) Rydbeck, Amanda (Matt) Wideman, Kaylie (Josh) Mannard, Shane (Nina) Terry; grandchildren Noah, Caleb, Ellexa, Jalen, Jaxton, Ava, Ethan, Jordan, Lindsey, Lauren, Isaiah, Nadia, Austin, Adia, Nora, Emmett, Jake, Will, and Shane and Nena’s baby on the way; mother-in-law, Yole Campbell; siblings Steve (Jane) Deckrow, Karley (John) Morgan, Scott (Lee) Deckrow; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

John was a hard working employee, accomplished skier, and tech enthusiast. However, he would want to be most remembered for how he made people feel - loved, respected, and special. In addition, his love for Jesus poured out in all kinds of ways - exuberant laughter, extra tight hugs, and giving the benefit of the doubt. He always saw people ten times better than they saw themselves. In his final days, as he reflected on Heaven, he shared that his deepest desire was for his family to “be there.”

A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, October 2, 2020 at Grand Rapids First (main sanctuary), 2100 44th St. SW, Wyoming, MI 49509, with visitation from 10-10:45 a.m. prior to service. Interment will follow at Georgetown Cemetery, 6921 28th Ave., Hudsonville, MI 49426, for those who would like to join. Due to COVID policies we will not be holding a luncheon. Please wear a mask at all times unless you are seated in the sanctuary. Thank you for honoring the church’s request of these policies. In honor of John, and in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Right to Life of Michigan. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.cookcaresgrandville.com.