James L. Decker, 77, of Coldwater, OH died 9:41 a.m. Monday November 12, 2018 at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima, OH.

He was born June 11, 1941 in Mercer Co., OH to Fonn Wayne and Rosalie (Hartings) Decker.

He is survived by: brother John (Deloris) Decker of St. Marys, OH; sister Mary (James) Stein of Celina, OH; sister Marlene Decker of St. Marys, OH; sister Cheryl Newberry of Wapakoneta, OH; nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by: parents Fonn Wayne and Rosalie Decker; aunt Barbara Silvers.

He was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1960). He was a veteran of the United States Army, having served his country during the Viet Nam War. He worked as a production associate for Pax Steel Co. in Coldwater for many years. His favorite pastimes included fishing, fishing and more fishing!

Rites are scheduled to begin 11:00 a.m. Saturday November 17, 2018 at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road Ohio 703 West Chapel in St. Marys. Military funeral honors will be presented following the services at the funeral home.

Visitation one hour prior to the services on Saturday.

Condolences may be expressed to his family via: www.millerfuneralhomes.net.