Donna Marie Decker, 66, of Lafayette, Louisiana, passed away Saturday, April 12, 2025 at her daughter’s home in Baton Rouge with her at her side. Donna owned and operated her own business, Bayou Papers, for many years. When not running her business, you could find her hunting, fishing, taking care of her plants and spending time with her grandbabies. She was a loving and dedicated mother, grandmother, and friend and will be missed by all who knew her.
She is preceded in death by her daughter, Codi Lynn Mayeux; mother, Martha Kleinpeter Decker; father, Joseph Decker; and brother, Joseph Lynn Decker.
She is survived by her daughter, Sarah Jane Decker and husband, Michael Mayard; grandchildren, Ryder Michael, Reid Lynn, and Amelia Jane; and her partner, best friend and soul mate, Michael Butler.
A special thank you to Sunnybrooke Banks and the entire staff of St. Jospeh Hospice for the love and care given during this difficult time.
The family will hold a celebration of her life at a later date. Please share your condolences at www.sealefuneral.com.
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Dana Findlay
April 14, 2025 at 4:49 pm
Sarah, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers , as well as the rest of the family. I know how difficult loss can be, and losing a Mom can be. I pray that God will lift you up in this difficult time. Your a good daughter, and don’t ever forget that. You are one of Donna’s greatest gifts to this world. I love you and keep your head up.
Love, Dana