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Mary Decker Obituary

Decker, Mary Ellen Lafferty Devoted mother of Darrel (Beata) and Tim (Marzena) Decker; loving daughter of the late John Lafferty, late Alice Byers and Peggy McIver-Dillon; fond grandmother of Andrew, Collin and Shealee Decker; dear sister of the late Dale Byers, late John Lafferty, Katie Garlock, Judy McGrath, Sara Karlin and Peggy Lafferty; dear aunt of many. Funeral Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at 9:30 a.m. at Salerno's Galewood Chapels, 1857 N. Harlem Ave., Chicago. Chapel Service at 10:30 a.m. Interment private. Visitation Tuesday, January 30, 2018 from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. For info (773) 889-1700.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 29, 2018.

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January 31, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss. Although losing a loved one in death can make us feel hopeless, God can strengthen and comfort us. Please pour out your deepest emotions to Him in prayer.

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January 29, 2018

May the God of comfort grant you strength during this difficult time. My deepest sympathy to the family.

January 29, 2018

Offering my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Mary Ellen Decker. Please take comfort in God during this very difficult time.

January 29, 2018

Please accept my sincerest condolences for your loss. I hope that words such as those found at John 6:40 bring you comfort at this difficult time. CR

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