Wenatchee Valley is reeling from a tragedy that has left the entire community heartbroken. Three young sisters — Paityn, Evelyn, and Olivia Decker — were taken far too soon, leaving behind a wave of grief, disbelief, and aching sorrow. The headline reads like a nightmare: Three Sisters Lost Too Soon — Wenatchee Valley Unites in Heartbreak and Hope.
These girls were more than just names. They were daughters, sisters, and shining lights in the lives of everyone who knew them. Full of life, laughter, and love, Paityn, Evelyn, and Olivia brought joy into every room they entered. Their absence now feels heavy, and their memories are already deeply missed.
At the heart of this tragedy is their mother, Whitney, who now faces every parent’s worst fear — the unimaginable loss of her children. There is no roadmap for grief like this. No words feel big enough, no gestures quite enough. But as this community has done before in hard times, it’s rallying around one of its own with open arms and open hearts.
A GoFundMe campaign has been set up to support Whitney during this devastating time. The road ahead will be long and difficult, but with the strength and generosity of those around her, she won’t have to walk it alone. Contributions will help cover unexpected costs and give Whitney the space to begin healing.
Moments like this remind us all of just how fragile life is. They urge us to hold each other closer, to speak more kindly, and to lead with compassion. The community’s grief is real — but so is its strength. Candlelight vigils, heartfelt messages, and donations have already begun pouring in. Each one is a reflection of the love this valley has for the Decker family.
What’s most powerful is the way people are choosing to honor Paityn, Evelyn, and Olivia: by spreading kindness, offering support, and being there for one another. Their lives may have been brief, but their impact is lasting. Every smile shared, every act of generosity, every hug given in their name keeps their spirit alive.
Though the days ahead will be filled with sadness, the Wenatchee Valley is finding comfort in unity. The pain may never fully go away, but neither will the love that surrounds Whitney and her family. And that love — fierce, full, and unwavering — will help carry them through.
In memory of Paityn, Evelyn, and Olivia, let us all move forward with a little more tenderness, a little more care, and a lot more love.
