Birth date: Jul 15, 1970 Death date: Mar 8, 2015
Robert “Deke” Bruce DeKay, 85 Robert “Deke” Bruce DeKay entered eternal life on Sunday, 8 March 2015 at his home surrounded by loved ones. He was 85 years old, but he would tell you he was 86, always adding one year to his actual Read Obituary
I am so very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. We just spoke on the phone last month, which we've been doing for the last few years since I returned to Ithaca. I know he is in good company with Mom, Dad, Johnny and Judy. He loved his family very much. With deepest condolences, Jack Ozmun
Deke – What a great friend of The Golf Club at McKinney! I would spend hours sitting on the back porch of the club, tapping a foot to Deke's big band music and listening Deke stories. And oh he was oh so proud of his time playing pro baseball! Deke was a marshal here at the club for many years… an icon at the 1st tee box. He always had a nice word to say to all the players. Deke – Thank you for helping me with my golf game…. I miss you dearly and cherish our time spent on the porch! Cheers My Friend! Sue O'Brien GM, The Golf Club at McKinney
Deepest sympathies to Bobby's family. My fondest memories of Bob were spending many summers at the Newman Golf Course in Ithaca and playing golf with him a few times per week. Despite being my dad's age he would regularly "take me to school" on the course and share some funny stories about him and my father when they were kids. Always one of my Ithaca favorites, rest in peace old friend. Rich David, Jr. Lees Summit, MO
DEKE WAS NEVER ANYTHING BUT JOVIAL AND FRIENDLY. HE WILL INDEED BE MISSED. REST WELL. JERRY FOWLER
Dear Ginger, I am sorry to hear about your loss. Please give Bobby my sympathies as well. I would love to hear from you. My address is 290 Davis Road, Lansing, NY 14882 Linda (Barnaba) Nickse
Mr. Dekay was a great man. Always had a joke to share. Always could make you smile. I will miss him. He helped me pick out my first car. And made sure I got a full tank of gas with it. Because I just spent 5 years of my savings for that car.!! I am so sorry for your loss.
To Bob?Our paths crossed at the right time and I am grateful for the moments we shared. I am proud of who you are and my children will learn to know you through stories. I look forward to spending more time with you in the next life. My thoughts are with Ginger, Bobbie Jo and the rest of the family. I?ll miss him. Brian Stratton Ithaca NY/San Antonio TX
Deke was wonderfull to me. In 2006 I was learning golf at 60 years old, he spent hours with me. He was a great person with a big heart. I will never forget him. Dave Nafziger
Deke, was a Marshall at the Golf Club of Mckinney for many years. I had a great relationship with him, he was one of the nicest men I have ever encountered. Deke u will be dearly missed by all. Patrick S
I was sorry to hear of Deke's passing and my sympathies go out to Deke's wife and family. Deke and I marshaled and were starters together at the golf club. We often sat on the porch, each telling stories, at the end of our shift. He will be missed. Don Byro
