Long-time member Jill Decker passes away at 78

Jill Thompson Decker, a member of the National Press Club since 1986, passed away on Sept. 3.

Decker was a freelance writer and a former editor of the "Vienna Globe." She was a member of the Mystery Writers of America.

Decker served on the board of directors of Historic Vienna Inc., volunteered at the Patrick Henry Library, was a member of the Vienna Centennial Committee and, at the time of her death, was a member of the Vienna Transportation and Safety Commission.

She is survived by her brother, three children, four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held in Oakton, Va., Sept. 8. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Historic Vienna, Inc., P.O. Box 53, Vienna, Va., 22183