Memories of Mr. Decator "Dee" Corey Overby, I

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Mr. Decator "Dee" Corey Overby, I

Monroe, GA

October 9, 1944 - August 22, 2021

Oct 9, 1944 - Aug 22, 2021

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George Sanchez-Vega

I was in the Navy with Corey Jr. My name is George Sanchez-Vega and would like to send condolences from my family to the Overby family.

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Carey Overby

Dee, Betty, Loretta, and Moe (or Mr. Morrisimo, as Papa called him) at Fox Theatre during Loretta’s last visit

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Carey Overby

Dee and Aunt Loretta at the Fox Theatre

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Brenda Cashin

Betty, sincere condolences to you and your family at this very sad time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May Dee RIP. Brenda Cashin.

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Betty Overby

Thank you Brenda, we really wanted to get to Ireland. Thank you Brenda, we really wanted to get to Ireland. Thank you Brenda, we really wanted to get to Ireland.... Read more

Caroline Smith (Whittington)

Dear Overby family,

I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of Decator. So happy you all had such a wonderful dad/ husband. We are thinking of you all and praying for peace and comfort during this difficult time.

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Betty Overby

Thank you Caroline. Thank you Caroline. Thank you Caroline.

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Sally Scott

Long-distanced though we may have been with our dear friends, Dee and Betty, we enjoyed our visits with them each time. There was no one quite like Dee with his quirky sense of humor and love of off-the-wall pranks (best college-friend, Mike recalls many of those pranks that he and Dee perpetrated at Wilmington). Mike and Sally Were married the same summer as did their good friends; the friendship continued through Christmas correspondence even to this day. Of course we regret the time we didn't spend together now. It is a comfort to know that Dee, as we knew him, continued to live a "large" life until the end- the way he would have chosen- to "go out". Sending love to all the family.

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Betty Overby

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Betty Overby

Thank you Mike and Sally. Thank you Mike and Sally. Thank you Mike and Sally.

Mike Oliver

So very many memories, I don’t know where to begin. It has been said that throughout one’s life, we only develop a few lifelong friends. I know that’s true for me. Dee was at the top of my list, my best friend ever. He came into my life when we were in the fourth grade in Ms Marcus‘s class.And, for the next five or so years, we were inseparable. Dee was the most gifted natural athlete I have ever known. Riding our bikes up and down Bishop Hill Road, he left me in the dust. During football practice, I overheard Coach Siler comment that if it was up to him he would throw the ball to Dee every time because the he ran precise routes and always caught the ball. He came to my sons wedding. He visited me in Alaska and practically everywhere else I lived. He always opened his home for me even on short notice. Dee loved Betty. He loved his family. And, he loved life. I miss my friend.

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Betty Overby

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Betty Overby

Thank you Mike he loved you too, and we did have fun, didn't we! Thank you Mike he loved you too, and we did have fun, didn't we! Thank you Mike he loved you too, and we did have fun,... Read more

Mike Scott

I'm so sorry for the loss of Dee. I'll always think of him whenever [ insert circumstance(s) ].

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Mike Scott

I need a good friend. We met in collage, became roommates, and lifelong friends. I was his sounding board... Read more I need a good friend. We met in collage, became roommates, and lifelong friends. I was his sounding board for the things Betty... Read more I need a good friend. We met in collage, became roommates,... Read more

Betty Overby

Thank you, you know it was never my fault. Thank you, you know it was never my fault. Thank you, you know it was never my fault.

Tony Harris

2019, Rabun County Pickleball Tournament

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Tony Harris

Dee was a wonderful pickleball partner and an even better friend. I first met him at the Walton County Boys’... Read more Dee was a wonderful pickleball partner and an even better friend. I first met him at the Walton County Boys’ and Girls’ Club,... Read more Dee was a wonderful pickleball partner and an even ... Read more

Betty Overby

Thank you Tony Thank you Tony Thank you Tony

Corey Overby

1980, Conyers, GA, USA

I have a lot of memories of my dad, I was reminded of one today when my son asked me about his old chainsaw that I have at my house. When I was a kid he was using it at the house and managed to hit his leg causing a small gash that needed stitches. He was able to limp to the van and he started to say call your mo…… and passed out. Needless to say both he and I (and Ciray) are no stranger to passing out but I will always remember that day with the chainsaw being the first time my dad needed my help.

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Betty Overby

Ciray Overholzer

2011, Monroe, GA, USA

Santa and his little reindeer

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Betty Overby

Ciray Overholzer

2015, NC, USA

Mom and Dad stayed with us before heading out to a costume party. The girls joined in the fun, getting their costumes on too. Dad was a. good sport, he'd go with whatever theme Noni had planned.

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Betty Overby

Carey Overby

Good man worked with him at CD !!!

- Thelma Laird

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Carey Overby

I first met Dee in the fall of 2018 at the Monroe B & G Club. We instantly became friends and enjoyed playing pickleball together and as opponents. Dee was always a gentleman and a great example to everyone around him. I love Dee Overby and will miss him as a friend and fellow pickleballer!

- Rob Briscoe

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Carey Overby

Im so sad to hear this. I looked up to him in my career as a mentor

- Carl Potter

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Carey Overby

I am so sad to hear this news. Dee was a wonderful encouragement to anyone just starting out in pickleball. He loves the sport and he loved the people. ❤️

- Sherri Jennings

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Carey Overby

Great man and skilled pickleballer!! - Chip Ferguson

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Carey Overby

He was a great coworker - George Bostick

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Carey Overby

Great Friend - Frankie McCorkadale

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Carey Overby

I’m so sorry .He was a great man . I have such fond memories of how welcoming your family always was to me. You guys were the best . Please let your family know that we are here if there a anything we can do. We will be praying for sure. Let your Mom and your sister know as we are here if needed. - Chad Balicki

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Carey Overby

Hey Carey, I heard about your dad passing. I was so sorry to hear! He was so sweet. Sending our prayers to all of you! - Sheri Smith

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Carey Overby

Hey, Carey. I heard the news about your dad. I am so very sorry for your loss. I remember talking to your dad on a middle school field trip to North Georgia. I also remember playing tennis with Atsuto Miyata while your dad practiced on the next court over. I hope you are well. Sending love. Neil Austin

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robert pollard

Greensboro, NC, USA

I can remember Decatur flying down Glendale road in his 55 chevy

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Carey Overby

Clifton Jeffries

My sincere condolences to you and your family. I'm deeply saddened at the loss of your father. Please know that you are in my Prayers. I'm here if you need me.

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Carey Overby

1997, Athens, GA, USA

This picture was taken after my car had broken down and Papa D and Noni told me they had gotten me an old truck to run around in and at the time I just wanted to get from point A to point B, so I was OK with that, but not thrilled. Then dad pulled up in a brand new Mazda Miata and the moment was captured on camera.

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Malea Overby

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Carey Overby

After I got pregnant with my first child in 2007, Dad took the Miata because I didn’t want to trade it in... Read more After I got pregnant with my first child in 2007, Dad took the Miata because I didn’t want to trade it in and he let me trade ... Read more After I got pregnant with my first child in 2007, Dad... Read more