Derek Samuel Decker, 25, of Batesville passed away Friday, July 30, 2021. He was born on September 6, 1995 in Batesville, Indiana to Deron Decker and Micki (Ward) Hughes.

Derek was an avid sports fan and enjoyed basketball, baseball, and football. He certainly made an impact on the lives of those who loved him and will be deeply missed.

Derek is survived by his father and step-mother Deron and LaRhonda Decker; his mother Micki (Ward) Hughes; his son Breyton James Decker-Klidinst; sisters Nicole Lapka and Autumn Hughes; and grandmother Barb Decker.

Derek was preceded in death by his grandfather Dave Decker, as well as his grandfather Steven Milo Ward Sr..

A celebration of life will take place Saturday August 14, 2021 from 12 noon to 4 pm at New Point Christian Church.

Please feel free to leave a memory or a message of comfort for Derek's family here in the online guestbook.