Ralph Decot Obituary
Ralph Decot, born on August 31, 1930, passed away on October 5, 2026. Ralph leaves behind family members and others who acknowledge this loss. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Leo Decot and Hilda Decot (Hammond); his daughter Sharon Martindale (Barry); his great grandchild Bella Decot; and his siblings, Monica Decot, Marcella McCaig, Julia Mooter, Jeanette Padgett, Bill Decot, Tom Decot and Stanley Decot.
He is survived by: his children, Tim Decot, Ernie Decot (Marianne), Greg Decot (Mary), Catherine Wright (Jon), Doug Decot (Pamela) and Tracy Fields (Kevin); his siblings, Richard Decot and Connie Householder (George); and his half-sister Lora Bailey. He is also survived by sixteen grandchildren, many great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild.
Visitation was held on Monday, October 12th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Bope-Thomas Funeral Home (203 S Columbus St, Somerset, OH 43783). A prayer was held on Monday, October 12th 2026 at 6:00 PM at the same location. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, October 13th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the St. Patrick Catholic Church (1170 OH-668, Junction City, OH 43748). A burial will be held on Tuesday, October 13th 2026 at the Saint Patrick's Church (1170 OH-668, Junction City, OH 43748).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Perry County Consortium of Catholic Parishes at 309 N. Main St. New Lexington, OH 43764, or to Saint Patrick's Cemetery in Junction City.
