Roy Decker

Roy passed peacefully surrounded by the love of his family in his home in Salmon Arm. He was a much loved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Judy, sons, Scott (Susanne) AJ (Lynn) Kyle (Shauna) Grandchildren Grace, Eli, Jonas, Quilla, Sydney, and Ryann, Brother John. Sister in-law Diane, Nephews, Justin, Joel, Erin, Greg, Alan and niece Judy. He is predeceased by his brother Frank, and sister Mary. Brother-in-law Barry and sisters-in-law Zoa and Yvette.

Roy was born and grew up in Vancouver. After high school he worked for the Insurance Industry. He met his wife Judy on a vacation to Shuswap Lake and they were married in Kamloops in 1965. After living in Vancouver and Winnipeg they bought a poultry farm in Sorrento in 1975. Roy was a director of the Egg Marketing Board and later elected as a director for the CSRD for 2 terms. Roy was an active member of the community and a dedicated father to his three sons and a loyal and loving partner.

After retiring in 2002, and building a home in Raven, Roy enjoyed camping and travelling in the 5th wheel. Canoe camping with friends. Biking, Hiking, Tennis, Cross-Country skiing and working in the yard and his work shop. Roy spent endless hours in his work shop building furniture for all the family. He also served as the treasurer for the Larch Hills Ski Club and the Salmon Arm Tennis Club.

As we say farewell to Roy, may we celebrate the life he lived, the memories he gifted us and the love that will continue to live on in our hearts.

There is no service by request. A family memorial will be held at a further date.