Rebecca Decker

Remembrances

Rebecca and I were co-mothers-in law to my son-in law Scott Decker and (I am Mom) to his wife, Melanie Decker.  

Rebecca and I traveled together in France and Portugal back in 2004.  She was a very independent lady with a deep love for her son. Like me, she wanted grandchildren from them eventually.  She was impressive with her drive to own rental properties, forge her own way and be strong and stand on what she knew was right.  She also had some close girlfriends which she talked about.  Over the years, she came to Thanksgiving at our home, a long way from Laguna Woods up to Northridge in the San Fernando Valley.  We also spent time together at Christmas at Melanie & Scott's home for many years.  It was fun!  and BTW we have two grandchildren, which we have gotten to enjoy, and now they are 8 and 10 years old!

Holly Ziman 

Rebecca and I met sometime around 1999 at a real estate seminar and I started working with her as her real estate agent. Over the next sixteen years, she bought and sold several properties. We talked a lot about real estate. She loved talking about real estate. She would call me with a real estate question, and we would talk for an hour.  She also loved working on her properties when she could, even when her knees were getting bad and she was having trouble walking she would be out there doing various work on her properties. She would tell me that some of her friends thought she was crazy for doing what she was doing and that she should take it easy and stay home. That wasn't her style. She liked to stay busy.

What started as a business relationship grew into a friendship that lasted twenty-five years. We continued to stay in touch and talk frequently even after she was no longer buying and selling properties. I'll always remember Rebecca as a genuinely good person and a good friend. She will be missed.

Matt Sturkie

Our Deepest Condolences.  My folks Ronald and Jayne Richardson often talked with fond memories about the times they got together with your mother! I remember many years ago my husband and I getting together with you when we were in Calif.  It's too bad the family got so dispersed across the U.S. because it would have enjoyable to have spent more time with cousins. 

Pat and Rich Davis

My sincere condolences to the whole family.

It's so difficult to describe Rebecca, because she has so many beautiful  qualities. She was determined, courageous, confident, and a sincere friend.

We did a lot of things together and she always called me, we talked for hours.

She always gave me the best, honest advice. After COVID 19, I moved to Ventura, CA and changing jobs and location made it difficult for us to hangout.

I will miss her, our laughter and her attention.

Each one of us has determinate time on this Earth.

Rest in peace, beloved friend Rebecca.

Jussara

My dearest Rebecca, I know you’re not physically here anymore. I cried all day yesterday when I found out. But today, I picture you sitting under a beautiful tree surrounded by flowers, reading a good novel with a diet coke in hand with lots of ice.  This should be comforting, but the sadness is overwhelming.

You were my best friend, my mentor, my confidant.  I’ve never meet anyone so likeminded.  I guess that explains our connection for almost 40 years.  I will miss you beyond words.  I cherish all our adventures and your words of wisdom that ring clear every day.  I know you were proud of me because you always told me so…..I hope you know how much I admired and respected your strength determination and good heart.  I know you’re at peace. 

Thank you for being a part of my life.  I'm sending a great big hug all the way to heaven. Until we meet again, you’ll remain in our hearts forever.  

I have my angel now

Mina

I met Rebecca back in the early nineties when we worked together at DWP. Even though I left DWP in 94, we stayed in contact over the years. She was a very hard worker and always liked to be busy even on her off days. She offered wise counsel to our co workers especially regarding financial/investment matters which she was interested in. She was a go getter and took on initiatives. I remember her starting a bunko group shortly after moving to her new home.  She was a voracious reader and I remember going to book stores in the neighborhood and her delight in finding mystery books she hadn’t read yet. She was always helpful whenever she could. She helped my find my dining set in a store near her home. I will miss you my friend!

Martin