- Visitation
Thursday, September 23, 2010
4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL
- Service
Friday, September 24, 2010
10:00 a.m.
Meridith Funeral Home
- Full Obituary
Richard E. Becker, 71, of Highland, IL, died Monday, September 20, 2010, at St. Joseph Hospital, Highland, IL.
He was born February 19, 1939, to Fremont & Katie (Nee Bergdolt) Becker, in Highland, IL. On May 22, 1970, he married Judy Lampe, in Marydale, IL.
Richard was a lifelong farmer and avid outdoor enthusiast. He was a member of the Illinois State Archaeological Society and the farm bureau.
He is survived by his Wife, Judy Becker; 2 Sons, Bryan (Becky) Becker, Edwardsville, IL, Mark (Maryann) Becker, Highland, IL; 2 Grandchildren, Joshua and Devin Becker; 2 Sisters, Rose Segelken, Louise (Elmer) Emig, Nieces and Nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Fremont & Katie Becker.
Visitation: Thursday, September 23, 2010, 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., at Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL.
Funeral: Friday, September 24, 2010, 10:00 a.m., Meridith Funeral Home.
Clergy: Rev. Chris Hill, Senior Pastor, Evangelical United Church of Christ, Highland, IL
Interment: St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, Aviston, IL
Memorials: Alzheimers Association, Multiple Sclerosis
Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL
