Obituary of Carol Deckard

Carol Jo, age 76 and lifetime resident of Beaumont, CA, passed away with her family by her side on April 15, 2013. She was born to her parents Elbert and Katherine Ratliff on January 30, 1937 in Sudan, Texas, shortly after moved to Beaumont, CA. Carol graduated from the University of Redlands with a Bachelor's; she retired from teaching after 40 years. She was a member of the Church of Christ in Beaumont, CA. Carol was a devoted mother, mother-in-law, granddaughter and dedicated teacher. She loved her students and made a difference in the lives of many children. Carol Jo is survived by her son, Tim Deckard; granddaughter, Chase Deckard; daughter-in-law, Marla Deckard; sister, Betty Simpson all of Beaumont, CA. She is preceded in death by her parents Elbert and Katherine Ratliff both of Beaumont, CA. Please visit our website www.wiefelsmortuary.com or call 951-849-4527 for service information.