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Decker, Amy Beth

February 26, 1967 –
 February 9, 2015

Obituary

Amy Beth Decker passed away on February 9, 2015. She was loved and adored by many. As a Registered Nurse in the Children’s Congenital Cardiac Unit at Medical City Dallas, Amy’s lifelong passion of caring for these children will be remembered forever. Nursing and caring for people was a natural and beautiful instinct for Amy. She was passionate about rescue horses and all her other animals. Amy was such a bright light and always had a way of making everyone laugh. Her fun, and loving spirit will be greatly missed.

 

Amy will be lovingly remembered by her husband; Steve, her Mother; Penelope Douglas, Father and Stepmother; Ronald and Jody Rushton, her children; Ashley (Josh) Wendt, Paige Salvador, Cameron Decker her siblings; Janis Jones, Erin (CJ) Betancourt, Brett (Janelle) Rushton, Craig (Heather) Rushton, Tracy (Kit) Harper, and her Granddaughter; Mili Beth Cornelius.

 

In honor of Amy and her passion for caring for congenital heart babies, the family asks that memorial donations be made to the Amazing Little Hearts group (http://www.amazinglittlehearts.com)

Donations can be made online through PayPal here: https://www.paypal.com/home

Select “Send” and use amazinglittlehearts@yahoo.com as the email to send online PayPal payment donations.

 

Checks can also be mailed to:
Amazing Little Hearts
1314 W. McDermott
Suite 106 #818
Allen TX 75013

 

Services will be held on Monday, February 16th, 2015 at 12:00pm at

Sacred Heart Catholic Church
503 North Queen St.
Palestine TX 75801

 

Lunch to follow service

 

Arrangements are under the direction of:
ARIA Cremation Service & Funeral Home
19310 Preston Road, Dallas, Texas 75252
214-306-6700

    Bret and Janece Holmes
    12 Feb 2015
    10:51am

    Ashley,
    We are so sorry for your loss. Your mother was a beautiful woman and saint to say the least. May you and your family find peace and comfort in the coming days and weeks. Best Wishes The Holmes.

    Aaron
    12 Feb 2015
    12:23pm

    As a nurse right out of school I went to the cardiac ICU where Amy helped me become the nurse I am today. Her smile, her carefree attitude, her knowledge of the practice will never be forgotten. I will miss her more than words can say and thank her for the extra ray of light she brought into my life. Life is short, sometimes to short. She is gone from us phsically but her memory and good deeds will last forever.

    Gail Bishop and Family
    12 Feb 2015
    6:23pm

    Missing someone isn’t about how long it’s been since you’ve seen them, or the amount of time its been since you’ve talked. It’s about that smiling face, and the cheerful pleasant ways that she won so many friends. Its a life made beautiful by kindly deeds, and a helpful hand for others needs. Such a beautiful life comes a bitter sweet end, she died as she lived as everyone friend.
    Forever in my heart, I love you!
    Gail

    Stacey Guidry
    13 Feb 2015
    2:46pm

    Amy, words cannot express how much I miss you already. I will always remember all your silly antics on the night shift. No matter how busy we were you would always do or say something to make us laugh. You were taken away from us way too fast, too soon. You were an awesome nurse and colleague. You will always be remembered in our hearts. Yes I want you to make your $80 dip. Miss you friend.

    Bill & Carolyn Douglas
    13 Feb 2015
    6:46pm

    Our prayers are with all of you. God has a special and specific place for Amy. God bless all of you.

    Lisa (Berry) Moffatt, RN
    14 Feb 2015
    12:45am

    Words cannot describe; nor could I take up this space; to entail all of the wonderful memories; this great soul; gave me! She taught me so much; we had so many great times! A vibrant, wonderful soul – gone from this earth; far too soon! I don’t blame God and Heaven; for needing her! I will love her forever, and miss her longer – see you again one day, my friend! Lisa (Berry) Moffatt; RN

    Sheila Monaghan
    14 Feb 2015
    9:14am

    Steve,

    Please accept my deepest condolences. Even though I met Amy briefly, I felt like I knew her well through my sister-in-law Carol. She will be missed greatly.

    Warmest Regards,
    Sheila Monaghan

    Sheila Monaghan
    14 Feb 2015
    12:52pm

    Steve,

    Please accept my deepest condolences. Even though I met Amy briefly, I felt like I knew her well through my sister-in-law Carol. She will be greatly missed.

    Warmest regards,
    Sheila Monaghan

    Stephenie Galindo
    14 Feb 2015
    6:19pm

    Amy, work is just not the same without you. The world lost a little bit of it’s sparkle when you were called home much too soon. I will miss your sense of humor and the belly laughs that were guaranteed every time we worked together. I learned so much from you as a nurse and as a person. Thanks for listening, thanks for the endless laughs. My life has been blessed by having you in it. Though my heart is broken and you are incredibly missed, I know we will see each other again some day. Kiss all of our fallen heart warriors for me and hold them close. I know you already are. My deepest sympathies to Amy’s family. She lit up when she spoke of you. Goodbye sweet friend.

    Nylene Douglas
    14 Feb 2015
    9:53pm

    I remember Amy always being the life of the party. For her family, I am praying for peace and comfort. She will be greatly missed.

    Stephenie Galindo
    14 Feb 2015
    11:30pm

    Amy, work just isn’t the same since you were called home way too soon. I will miss the guaranteed belly-laughs and inside jokes. The world lost a little bit of it’s twinkle the day you left us. It was a joy to witness the passion that you had for nursing and for these babies who have to fight from the start, and to see how you embrace their families like they are your own. I learned so much about nursing from you. I am so thankful for the years that I got to know you. I know we will see each other again some day. Until then, give our little heart babies some snuggles from me. I know you are up their loving on them and singing Maroon 5 songs to them. I want to offer my deepest sympathies to her family. She loved you all so much and lit up when she spoke of you. I will miss you dearly friend.

    Denise Daughtry
    15 Feb 2015
    12:56pm

    Amy,
    My dear friend and colleague. Words cannot express the sadness that I feel. I will always remember your big smile and contagious pee in my pants laugh. I am so blessed to have crossed paths with you. Thank you for being such a wonderful friend and exceptional mentor. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this very difficult time. I love and miss you Amy.
    Love,
    Denis

    Mark Jones
    16 Feb 2015
    11:22am

    Amy, You’re the best sister-in-law a guy could ever hope for. I will always remember your infections laugh and your sense of humor but also for your great love of family and friends.
    I will remember you always, I am truly fortunate to have know you.
    my love always
    Mark

    Kurt and Dianna
    16 Feb 2015
    6:54pm

    Steve, our hearts go out to you. Please let us know what we can do. We will be in touch. Our prayers are with you.
    Amy, may your memory be blessed.
    Kurt and Dianna

    Erin Walker
    11 Sep 2017
    7:37pm

    My heart hurts finding this out so late.. She was the greatest woman I’ve ever met and was a mother figure to me when mine was not. I learned so much from Amy I miss her dearly and wish I could’ve said goodbye or at least seen her one last time. Steve I’m deeply sorry that you’ve lost this wonderful woman. Y’all didnt deserve this to happen and I wish I could’ve been there for you both. Amy I miss and Love you very much..

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