Arnold J. Dekker

Arnold J. Dekker, age 83, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, March 30, 2026. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Judith Dekker, nee Sikma; Children: Brian & Mary Dekker, Bill & Mena Dekker, & Julie Wheeler; Grandchildren: Katelyn Dekker & Carli Dekker. Arnold was a produce manager for many years, and then self employed for many years in produce. He was a member of First Church PCA as a deacon and an elder. Arnold grew up in Thornton, IL. He was born on October 5, 1942, the son of Cornelius & Nellie (Tenson) Dekker, both deceased. He is also survived by his brother Cornelius Dekker and sister Gloria Holman. As well as many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by sisters Katherine Fitzgerald, Ann (Babe) Meeter, Joan Hendrix, Henrietta Bronkema, & Joellyn Toren.

Visitation Tuesday, April 7, 2026 from 3:00 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 7:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30/Pleasant Springs Ln.), Dyer, IN, with Rev. Jacob Gerber officiating. Private interment at Oak Ridge Cemetery – Lansing, IL. Memorial donations may be given to The Bible League (www.bibleleague.org). For further information, please contact 219-322-7300.