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Patrick Wayne Decker, age 52, of Morgantown, Kentucky, passed away on June 12, 2026, at the Jackson Hospital in Montgomery, Alabama.

He was born on May 29, 1974, in Bowling Green, Kentucky, and throughout his life he carried with him the values of hard work, loyalty, and devotion to the people he loved. Patrick was known by those who knew him best as a loving, kind, and handy man who could always be counted on when something needed to be fixed, built, or done right.  Patrick worked as a Construction Foreman, a role that reflected both his skill and his strong work ethic. 

Outside of work, Patrick enjoyed the simple pleasures that brought him happiness. He loved shooting guns, riding four wheelers, fishing, and playing video games. These interests gave him time to relax and enjoy life, especially when shared with family and friends. He was also a loving husband and father, and his greatest joy came from the time he spent with the people closest to him. 

Patrick was preceded in death by his father, Larry Wayne Decker Sr. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Jerri Decker of Morgantown, Kentucky; two children, Eric Keown of Morgantown, Kentucky, and Michael Keown and his wife Jessica of Horse Cave, Kentucky; his mother, Aline Decker of Morgantown, Kentucky; his brother, Larry W. Decker Jr. and his wife Susan of Morgantown, Kentucky; and several nieces and nephews. 

Graveside services will be held at the Temple View General Baptist Church Cemetery 10658 Leonard Oak Road Morgantown, KY 42261, Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 1:00pm with Bro. Larry Cardwell officiating. Burial will be in the Temple View General Baptist Church Cemetery where Eric Keown, Michael Keown, Jeff Phelps, John Howard, Ben Keown, Trentin Embry and Dakota Lawrence will serve as pallbearers. Memorial contributions may be made to Jones Funeral Chapel P.O. Box 414 Morgantown, KY 42261. Please share any photos, memories, condolences or light a candle in memory of Patrick at www.jonesfuneralchapel.com. Jones Funeral Chapel