Bill Decker

William Edward Decker, age 81 of Jenison, passed away December 17, 2024. Bill was born March 30, 1943 in Defiance, OH to the late Lawrence and Meta (Schultz) Decker. A kind and humble gentleman, Bill was very proud of his public service in the military and as a federal judge. He was a member of the 1961 Kokomo High School basketball state championship team. Bill was dearly loved and will be greatly missed. He is survived by his wife Wanda, of 34 years; his son, Jonathan (Lesley) Decker and their daughter, Cleo; his daughter, Katelyn Decker; his stepdaughter, Kate (Ryan) Wood, and their children, Micah, Canaan, Joe, Catherine “Kiki” and Charlotte. According to his wishes, cremation has taken place. A private graveside service will be held in Oregon, OH. The family wishes to thank the Shy Guys and other close friends for their love and support of Bill as well as the caregivers at Rivertown Ridge Memory Care. Memorials may be made to Paws With a Cause in Wayland, MI. To read more of Bill’s Life Story, to leave a memory or sign the guestbook please visit www.heritagelifestory.com.