Jill Thompson Decker
September 5, 2011 ~ September 5, 2011
Jill Thompson Decker, of Vienna, VA passed away on Saturday, September 3, 2011. Loving mother of Barbara Decker, Martha Decker Legg, and Kevin Decker; sister of Jack Thompson; grandmother of Jill Hess, Jeremy Davidson, Jolene Decker, and Max Decker; great-grandmother of seven.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Historic Vienna, Inc., P.O. Box 53, Vienna, VA 22183
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Historic Vienna, Inc., P.O. Box 53, Vienna, VA 22183
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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Jill was my friend and mentor for 35 years, beginning in 1976 when she was editor of the old Fairfax Globe newspaper and hired me as a reporter. The next year I went to work as Public Information Officer for the Town of Vienna (retiring in 2010 after 33 years), and she became my favorite “irate citizen.” We shared many a laugh and head-scratch over the doings of the Town Council and the irascible yet lovable town residents who always made us say, where else would we want to live/work? It’s so wonderful she was able to publish Family Spirit. I think it would make a great movie. Jill’s sudden passing gives me extra incentive to keep plugging away on my Vienna history book, which she encouraged and will probably be dedicated to her. I will always remember her. I am who I am today in large part because of knowing Jill Decker.
To my dear friends Martha and Barbara – I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. You are in my thoughts and prayers and if there is anything you need, please reach out to me. Love, Janice
Martha / Barbara / Kevin, You are in our thoughts. Sorry for your loss. Terry, Barbara, Steven, Dylan Smith
Missing my Cousin Jilly and will never forget her. Truly one of a kind! Love to all of you from Cousin Marty and all the Heinrichs in Florida.
Jill was a wonderful literary presence at our church…being in our Monday Night Book Club for a long time and for talking to us about her writing experience with FAMILY SPIRIT. She was a great lady with an awesome sense of humor. She will be missed. Joy Hatfield, UUCF Monday Book Club
Dear Martha and Barbara – I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You have my deepest sympathies. Love, Mike
Barbara, Martha and Kevin you have my deepest sympathy. Jill was a lot of things to so many people and will be missed greatly! May your memories be your comfort and your strength prevail during this very difficult time. Peace & Love
Barbara, Jolene, and family, my prayers are with you during this time. Peace and love to you all.
To my dear friends, Barbara and Martha — There are no words to express the sadness of losing a mother. My deepest sympathy to you both. Hold to and cherish the memories to help you through this difficult time. God Bless
Please know that our heartfelt sympathy is expressed to you and yours. We are so sorry for your loss and pray that in the coming days your memories will become your comfort. May God bless you and keep.
Dear Kevin,you and your Sisters are in our thoughts.So sorry for your loss.
We are praying for you Kevin. May God give you comfort and peace during this difficult time. If there’s anything we can do, don’t hesitate to call us.
Dear Family and friends of Jill, I met Jill many years ago when I was invited into a small group of bridge players. Our foursome became fast friends, celebrating our birthdays and having lunches at that special place in Vienna which Jill chose early on which she dubbed the “Lovely Ladies”. We thought we were . Your mother and friend and relative was an articulate and funny person and provided me with gifts of her published writings which I cherish. I will miss her too. I have no doubts that her “spirit” will live on – in her writings and in each of us her knew her. Connie Houtz, Manassas
Jill and I were classmates at Roosevelt Jr. High School, in Charleston, WV, before she moved out of town with her family. We remained friends throughout the years. I admired her ability for writing her book and was well on the way of writing another one. I used to call her when I visited my sister in Oakton. She lives on Samaga, just across the street from Jill’s church. What a small world. I will miss Jill and pray her memory be eternal. God Bless her family.
Jill was a dynamo, always busy and always kind. I enjoyed knowing her and learning details about her life over the years. Jill was a huge asset to Vienna, VA in many ways. I will miss her.