Angela Marie Callen passed away on April 18, 2025, surrounded by her loving parents, sister, husband, and son.
Angela was a devoted wife, mother, stepmother, daughter, sister, aunt, niece, and friend. She is survived by her husband, Eric Decker; her son, Aiden; and her stepdaughters, Jenna and AJ. She also leaves behind her father, John, and stepmother, Mary Ann; her parents-in-law Jerry and Vickie Decker, and her siblings Michele, Danielle, Kristen, Mark, Isaac, Dominique, Fran, and Jon. She was preceded in death by her mother, Nancy, and stepfather, Mark.
Angela was born on April 30, 1978. Her proudest and greatest joy in life was becoming a mother to Aiden. She and Eric had just celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary.
Angela had a deep love for animals and was rarely without several in her care—often the ones no one else wanted. She gave them comfort, a sense of belonging, and, somehow, seemed to speak their language.
She was brilliant, uniquely witty, and deeply clever. Angela had a dry, sharp sense of humor and an inherited no-nonsense streak that could cut through chaos when needed. While she preferred being cozy at home, she also loved spontaneous family adventures, picnics, short trips with Eric, and time near the water or in the mountains.
Because of the efforts of an extraordinary team of nurses and doctors at St. Luke’s and Barnes-Jewish Hospital–who went to superhuman lengths to keep her alive and comfortable– and the strength Angela found within herself, her family was able to share a few more precious weeks with her.
Angela was beautiful, kind, generous, compassionate, stubborn, funny, and fiercely loyal. To say she will be missed is a vast understatement—her absence will be felt deeply and daily by everyone who loved her.
We all are so sorry . Keeping all your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Love
Tim, Veronika, and Natalia
We are so sad to hear that Angela has passed.
We are praying that the wonderful memories she created with all of you during her life, will be comforting during this time of heartache. May God bless you all.
Love,
Cathy and Tim Spyers
Dear John and Mary Ann, I am keeping you and your family tucked in my heart. I wish you peace and whatever solace there might be for you. Love you! Lynn Mark
Angela was such a kind beautiful soul. I’ll always remember her big heart. When we had to have our precious dog, Nashy put down. Angela & Eric came to the house with comforting hugs knowing our hearts were broken! She certainly loved her fur babies. She actually walked out of our home with Jessie. It was love at first sight, for both of them! We will keep you in our hearts forever sweet Angela.
My deepest sympathy! I know how much you loved Angela and her family. May you find peace in time, and comfort in so many that care.
With love,
I’m so thankful to have met Angela – more so that she let me in. Angela was very particular in who she surrounded herself with, so I felt special. She had a gift for making her friends feel special and important. We bonded over similar stories. I wish I had visited with her more but in her case it was quality over quantity for me. I will miss Angela very much. My prayers go out to Eric and the family.
Thinking of you John and Mary Ann. Sending love to you and family. Loree
Such a beautiful tribute to Angela. We’re holding John, Mary Ann and the entire family in our hearts and prayers as they go through this difficult process of losing their child, spouse, mother and sibling at such a young age. We lost our sister, Barbara, at the same hospital 2 days later. Now they are both flying high with the angels.
Sending all our love
Marilyn & Andy Presti
Issac and family, our hearts are breaking for you and we’re so very sorry. Please know that my husband and I are praying for you and asking God to comfort you during this difficult time.
Please stay encouraged.
God Bless
Lisa and Bryant Peppers
I didn’t know Angela that long but she was warm and welcoming everyone at the clinic, where we worked together. One afternoon Angela, graciously invited friends for tea at her home. It was a wonderful experience and the ladies I met there were delightful. I know her husband, friends and pets are going to miss her deeply.
To her family, I am so sorry for your loss and I pray God gives you strength as you walk this very difficult path. Angela was called home way too soon.
Angela’s friend
Therese