Obituary of Elizabeth Ann Deckard

Bedford – Elizabeth Ann Deckard, 89, of Bedford, passed away at 7:15 pm on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at Westview Nursing and Rehab. Center. Born March 26, 1935, in Bedford, she was the daughter of Leo B. and Lena (Norris) Pollard. She married Kenneth Deckard, Sr. on November 14, 1953, and he preceded her in death on August 11, 2006. She was a bookkeeper/ office manager for Deckard Heating & Refrigeration, a member of the Englewood Baptist Church and a founding member of the Glory Road Quartet. She was known for her love of gospel music, sewing and making rolls. Survivors include two sons, Kenneth Deckard, Jr. and wife Karen, of Bedford and Richard Deckard and wife, Shaunna, of Springville; six grandchildren, James (Janice) Deckard, of Greenfield, IN, Keith (Kimber) Deckard, of Rossville, IN, Jacob (Heidi) Deckard, of Odon, IN, Kevin Deckard, of Bedford, Joe (Dawn) Deckard, of Fairmount, IN, and Kathryan (Daniel Collins) Deckard, of Springville; 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and a son, Leo Deckard. Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am on Tuesday, November 19th in the Green Hill Cemetery with Pastor Stephen Carter officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00 am to 11:00 am on Tuesday at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Memorial contributions may be made to Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.