Edwin Dec

December 16, 1934 – February 21, 2018

In accordance with his wishes cremation will take place and a memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, April 21, 2018, beginning at 1:00 PM at the Cooper Township Hall.

Obituary

Age 83, passed away at Rose Arbor on Wednesday, February 21, 2018. He was born in Covert, MI on December 16, 1934, the son of the late Julius and Mary (Gorka) Dec. Ed was a hard worker who enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He worked for the Eliason Corporation for over 45 years. He enjoyed his cars and going to antique car shows as well as playing cards with friends. Ed and Helen enjoyed going to Dixieland Jazz festivals with family and friends. His friendly smile will be missed by all who loved him. On June 9, 1979, he married his wife, Helen, who survives. Also surviving are five children, Theodore (Sharie) Dec, Samuel Dec, Timothy (Cherie) Dec, Jonathan (Renee) Dec, Juli (Duane) Hagan; two step-children, Jeffery (Wendy) Conklin and Kimberly (Robert) Crose; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and his loving dog, “Teddy.” He was preceded in passing by four siblings, John, Helen, Frank and Stella.

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Tim Dec
8 years ago

Hi Dad, I’m going to miss you you were a great role model and friend. Love you Dad.

Tim Dec
8 years ago

Hi Dad, I’m going to miss you you were a great role model and friend. Love you Dad.

Toni VanDruska
8 years ago

Ed was the kind of classmate you loved to be around. I live in Rowlett TX. now and Ed sent me knowledge things all the time. I miss the communication we had . He always kept up with me. I looked forward to his emails and he is greatly missed. Love and blessings to all his family. He is a great friend of mine and will never be forgotten . He is in peace now and loved my all who knew him,

Toni VanDruska
8 years ago

Ed was the kind of classmate you loved to be around. I live in Rowlett TX. now and Ed sent me knowledge things all the time. I miss the communication we had . He always kept up with me. I looked forward to his emails and he is greatly missed. Love and blessings to all his family. He is a great friend of mine and will never be forgotten . He is in peace now and loved my all who knew him,

Bud and Joan Texter
8 years ago

Losing Ed we have lost another piece of our lives, however he has left behind many happy memories!

Bud and Joan Texter
8 years ago

Losing Ed we have lost another piece of our lives, however he has left behind many happy memories!

Raymond Wolownik
8 years ago

My deepest condolences to Ed’s family. Ed was a fun guy to be around, and I will dearly miss his very competitive spirit at the poker table.

Raymond Wolownik
8 years ago

My deepest condolences to Ed’s family. Ed was a fun guy to be around, and I will dearly miss his very competitive spirit at the poker table.

Michael and Linda Woolsey
8 years ago

Our deepest condolences to the family….We will truly miss Ed.. I am so proud Michael and I introduced Ed to Helen, it surely was a blessing.

Michael and Linda Woolsey
8 years ago

Our deepest condolences to the family….We will truly miss Ed.. I am so proud Michael and I introduced Ed to Helen, it surely was a blessing.

edwin stanek
8 years ago

We are extending our deepest condolences to the Dec family. Ed was one of our poker group players. His special game was”arithmetic” which we all liked. He will be sadly missed!

edwin stanek
8 years ago

We are extending our deepest condolences to the Dec family. Ed was one of our poker group players. His special game was”arithmetic” which we all liked. He will be sadly missed!

Jon Dec
8 years ago

Dad you are my mentor and you taught me character and honesty you were always there for me I am a better man because of you I will truly miss you and our regular talks love you forever love your son jon

Jon Dec
8 years ago

Dad you are my mentor and you taught me character and honesty you were always there for me I am a better man because of you I will truly miss you and our regular talks love you forever love your son jon

Paul and Suzan Pettengill
8 years ago

We are so sorry about Eds passing. He always had a kind word and ready smile. Ed was a good family man. I know Helen you will be so lonely but all your family will be here for support. Please call anytime. Love, Paul and Sue

Paul and Suzan Pettengill
8 years ago

We are so sorry about Eds passing. He always had a kind word and ready smile. Ed was a good family man. I know Helen you will be so lonely but all your family will be here for support. Please call anytime. Love, Paul and Sue