Melba Gwen Decker Obituary
The family announces the passing of Melba Gwen Decker (Deridder, Louisiana) on September 17, 2026. Melba, born on December 23, 1960, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Melba Gwen Decker or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Melba will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Melba by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Melba is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Melba’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Virgil Schmidt and Gladys Schmidt; and her husband Carl Decker of DeRidder, LA. She is survived by: her children, Nancy Schmidt (Matthew) of DeRidder, LA, Renee Schmidt (Eric) of Grafton, ND, Stanley (Heather) of DeRidder, LA, Twila Koehn (Levi) of DeRidder, LA and Jason (Brittany) of DeRidder, LA.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 20th 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Monday, September 21st 2026 from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the Southern Magnolia Mennonite Church (2800 LA-26, DeRidder, LA 70634). A funeral service will be held on Monday, September 21st 2026 at 10:30 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Monday, September 21st 2026 at 11:30 AM at the Southern Magnolia Mennonite Cemetery (2800 LA-26, DeRidder, LA 70634).
