Decedrick Martze Douglas Sr.

Decedrick Martze Douglas Sr., age 43, of Jefferson City, Missouri, passed away on September 8, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri, surrounded by loved ones. He was born October 20, 1982, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Janice Marie Douglas and Dennis Lee Holley. Decedrick was raised in Dumas, Arkansas, by his beloved grandmother, Mary Williams, in his early years of life, who he lovingly referred to as "My Lady". Growing up he split his time between Kansas City, Missouri and Arkansas. Graduating from Dumas High School, located in Dumas, Arkansas.

On August 29, 2026, Decedrick married his beloved Cheryl. Although their marriage was brief, their love story began long before their wedding day. Decedrick knew from the moment they met that Cheryl was the woman he would marry. He proudly proposed on April 20, 2025, surprising her with an engagement party he planned himself. Their years together were filled with traveling, laughter, family, friendly competition at the spades table, and growing together in Christ.

Decedrick was known for his huge smile, great sense of humor, and ability to make everyone around him laugh. He loved gardening, music, the outdoors, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He was also proud of returning to God. After being baptized on April 12, 2026, he began serving through the Church Summer Lunch Program and helping prepare meals for Tuesday Bible Study.

Decedrick was a devoted father who loved his children deeply, especially his sons, Decedrick Douglas Jr. and Decameron Douglas. He was proud of his sons and cherished the time they shared. He wanted them to always know how deeply they were loved, and his love, guidance, laughter, and memories will remain with them forever.

Decedrick leaves to cherish his memory: his parents, Janice Douglas and Dennis Holley; grandmother, Mary Williams; wife, Cheryl Douglas; mother-in-law, Galisa Roundtree; father-in-law, Dennis Galbreath; children: Decedrick Douglas Jr., Decameron Douglas, Ailiesha Jones, Feliesha Jones, Tyleesha Jones, Breeonna Tolliver (Travion), Dontae Galbreath (Cherish), Kevon Kemp, and Cheria Galbreath; siblings: Cameron Douglas, Shemekia Holley, Donlisha Toombs, Donmesha Toombs, D’Angelo Holley, K’Cianna Holley, Constance Holley, Lee Holley, Anthony Holley, and Kaylee Holley; fifteen grandchildren; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, family members, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Mary Reed; grandfather, L.T. Holley; and brother, Antonio Winters.

Decedrick was a man who put family first. He knew no strangers and was always willing to lend a helping hand. His smile, humor, generosity, and loving spirit touched many lives and will be deeply missed.

As Decedrick would say, “Never goodbye, always see you later.”