Service Information
Eunice M. Decker, age 91, of Buffalo Lake, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2019, at the Buffalo Lake Healthcare Center in Buffalo Lake.
Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2020, at 1:00 P.M. at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Buffalo Lake with interment following in the church cemetery.
Gathering of family and friends will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2020, from 11:00 A.M.to 1:00 P.M., two hours prior to the service, all at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Buffalo Lake.
Memorials are preferred to:
Allina Hospice: 211 Freemont Ave SW, Hutchinson, MN 55350 or
Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church: P.O. Box 398 Buffalo Lake, MN 55314
Obituary
Eunice Marcella Decker was born on May 21, 1928, in Grafton Township, Sibley County, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Theodore and Lunita (Berger) Buboltz. Eunice was baptized into Christian faith June 3, 1928, and confirmed on May 23, 1943, by Reverend Hans Appel at Zion Lutheran Church in Buffalo Lake, Minnesota. She attended the district school in Grafton Township and Buffalo Lake High School.
On January 16, 1945, Eunice was united in marriage to Wilfred Decker at the priest’s home in Stewart, Minnesota. This marriage was blessed with two daughters, Judy and Joy. They made their home on a farm north of Stewart and shared 42 years of marriage until Wilfred passed away in January of 1987.
On May 20, 1989, Eunice was united in marriage to Charles Fry at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Buffalo Lake. Eunice and Charles continued to live on the farm until February 5, 2010, when they moved to Buffalo Lake. They shared 30 years of marriage together.
Eunice was a loving farm wife and homemaker. She was a member of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church and its Ladies Aid and the McLeod County Homemakers Club.
Eunice enjoyed sewing clothing for her daughters and granddaughters. In her later life, she took up quilting. She was a great cook, including creating her own recipes. When giving advice about baking she would always recommend to add “a little vanilla.” She grew and canned vegetables and enjoyed her flower gardens. Finches and orioles were her favorite birds to watch in her bird feeders.
When Eunice needed assistance with her daily care, she became a resident at Buffalo Lake Health Care Center in Buffalo Lake on August 5, 2019. She passed away there on December 25, 2019, at the age of 91 years. Blessed be her memory.
Eunice is survived by her:
Husband, Charles Fry of Vadnais Heights, MN;
Daughters, Judy (Jerome) Ide of Glencoe, MN,
Joy Decker of St. Paul, MN;
Granddaughters, Julie (Barret) Neuhaus and Jackie Ide;
Great-granddaughter, Erica Neuhaus;
Stepchildren, Brian (Sue) Fry of Black River Falls, WI,
Glenda Gunderson of Coon Rapids, MN,
Mavis Fry of St. Paul, MN,
Cynthia (John) Hallas of Columbia Heights, MN,
Michelle (Fred) Moore of Stacy, MN;
Step-grandchildren, Heather (Aaron) Smith, Melissa Fry, Tiffany Fry, Nicole (Jake) Linscheid, Gabriella Paine, Richard (Melissa) Fry, and Chavonne Moore, along with nine great-grandchildren;
Sisters, Lois Peterson of Buffalo Lake, MN,
Darla Bode of New Ulm, MN;
Many other relatives and friends.
Eunice is preceded in death by her First Husband, Wilfred Decker; Parents, Theodore and Lunita Buboltz; Brothers, Marvin (Lorraine) Buboltz, Stanley (Dorothy) Buboltz, and Lloyd (Diane) Buboltz; Sister, Delores (Harold) Decker; Brothers-in-law, Earl Peterson and Wally Bode.
Sharyn Grams says
My sympathy to Eunice’s family. I loved visiting with her. She was always so full of laughter and jokes. Even when she wasn’t feeling good, she always had a kind word to say. I will miss her, as will everyone that knew her.
Nick and Debi Decker says
Dear Judy, Joy and family,
God called dear Eunice to her Eternal Home on the day that Jesus was born, there is a message in that. Eunice was so generous, loving and so kind to all. She certainly will be missed. We will treasure our last visit with her. Deepest sympathy to you.
Polly and Teri says
Our deepest sympathies. We will miss her and our weekly Tuesday evening visits.
Denise Hentges says
Our deepest sympathy to the family on your loss. Eunice was a very warm and kind person. Her fun loving nature made her a joy to be around. She was a good friend to my Mom and will be missed. Wishing you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Denise and Bill Hentges
Joan Doering says
I am so sorry for your loss she was a wonderful lady. I was glad to tak her shopping. And to the doctor. Even getting her hair done. I will miss her dearly. So sorry for your loss.
Linda Rifenberick says
Eunice will always be remembered as a dynamite lady. She was fun, intelligent, and so very engaged when you visited. She was a delight to be around! I was blessed to know her!
I will hold her family in my heart and prayers .
Keith Decker says
Dear Joy,Judy,andfamily. Eunice was such a kind and loving soul, We may not visit but family is always in our hearts. Our prayers are for your comfort. Love Keith and Shelly Decker
Mavis says
Eunice I will miss all your advice, You have given me over the years. You were truly wonderful to my dad. I could always depend on you for a funny joke. You always lighten the day. Rest In Peace
Your step daughter
Mavis
Randy and Mary Zieman says
Dear Judy, You have our deepest sympathy. I always enjoyed you mom so much. The years that I did her hair were a joy. You were so lucky to have her with you so long!
Rita Mortensen says
Joy,
I am so sorry for your loss.