Master Sergeant Clarence James Decker passed away on Saturday, July 21, 2018, at the age of 90. He was the beloved husband of Helen Decker. Survivors include his two children, Richard Decker (Monica) and Brian Decker (Lucy); one step-son, David Kennedy (Darlene); one sister, June Gauthreaux. Also survived by grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by two sons, William Decker and Timothy Decker; and one daughter, Wendy Drago; one brother, William Ed Decker, Jr.; 5 sisters, Forest Cook, Inez Santangelo, Audry DiFulco, Noel Ory and Shirley McAdams; father, William Ed Decker, Sr. and his mother, Maude Robatham Decker.
Mr. Decker was a member of the Jerusalem Shriners, American Legion 267, VFW 6640, DAV, Masonic Lodge, and he was a WWII and Vietnam Veteran.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Leitz Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Memorial Boulevard, Metairie, LA 70006, on Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at 1:00 PM. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name may be made to the following:
Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home, 4080 West Airline Hwy, Reserve, LA 70084.
The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories and condolences online at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com
