Havana, IL-David James Deckard ,49, of Havana, IL died Thursday, December 8, 2005 at his residence. He was born February 21, 1956, in Canton, IL the son of Ralph Richard and Janet Brown Deckard.

Mr. Deckard was an accomplished drummer playing for several bands in the Havana area including "American Pie".

He is survived by his mother, Janet Deckard of Havana and one sister Diane (husband, Terry) Svob of Havana, IL.

He was proceeded in death by his father and one brother, Doug.

Services 11:00 AM on Monday, December 12, 2005 at the Hurley Funeral Home in Havana, IL. Fr. James Fedosuk officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. (10-11 AM)

Burial will be in Laurel Hill Cemetery, Havana, IL.

Memorials may be made to Mason District Hospital Foundation.