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Jerome Becker Obituary
Jerry Alan Becker left us to be with the Lord on June 5, 2011. Jerry was born on August 2, 1962 in Wesley, Iowa and was raised by his parents, Alvin and Margaret Becker. Jerry moved to Phoenix in the early 80's and in 1994 met Jeannine Sode and on March 16, 1996, began a strong marriage of 16 years. In 2005 Jerry lost his daughter, Michelle Singleton to breast cancer and chose to help raise Michelle's children as his own. He loved being a father, grandfather and great-grandfather more than anything in the world and he did it well. Jerry was a family man priding himself on spending time with his children and grandchildren. He had a strong relationship with the Lord, and is now watching the family he loves from above. Jerry is survived by his wife, Jeannine Becker; children, Leslie Avellone and Jeremy Elrod; grandchildren, Ashley Singleton, Elyzah Singleton, Elahn Moore, Aden Jimenez and Michelle Avellone ; great-granddaughter, Hailey Singleton; his siblings, Ed, Jean, Elizabeth, Donna, Mike, JoAnn, Patrick and Donald, whom he loved deeply. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin and Margaret Becker, his sister, Mary and his daughter, Michelle. Visitation will be held from 6 - 8 p.m., Friday, June 10, 2011 at Tempe Mortuary, 405 E. Southern Ave in Tempe. Funeral services will be held at 10a.m., Saturday, June 11, 2011 at the Tempe Mortuary, followed by burial at Green Acres Cemetery in Scottsdale, AZ. To our Heart of Gold, you will be missed.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jerome Becker
June 13, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of your loss Jeannine and family, Ed, Jean, Betty, Donna, Mike, JoAnn, Pat & Don and families. Little did I know that when I talked to Jerry at Marge's funeral, that would be the last time I saw him. He was such a gentle, loving man. May your loving memories be with you always. Our condolences to all of you. Jerry's cousin, Mary Jo "Huinker" Ames and family. Garner, IA
Lori,Bret,Preston, Lindsy Johanson
June 11, 2011
Jeannine and family, We are thinking of you and sending you our love and prayers. I have knowm Jerry for many years starting in Iowa and when I moved to Arizona...I was so happy when JoAnn and I met at UDC and I was reconnected to Jerry. Bret and my life, Lori Zeimet Johanson started with our dear friend, Jerry Becker. Jerry, Opened his heart and home to us while we saved money to buy our first home in Tempe. We were pregnant with our son, Preston, who is 22 now. Jerry, love for Jeannine and his family is very strong. Jerry Proposed to Jeannine in Victoria Canada while visiting us in Seattle. Jerry is a proud family man and will be missed. Bret, Preston, Lindsy and I will miss him deeply. We will have happy strong memories forever...Lova always, your friends from Seattle
Bill Johnson's Staff
June 10, 2011
The Drilling Industry has lost a great asset with the passing of Jerry. His knowledge, expertise, passion and friendship will be missed by everyone who every had the pleasure of working with or meeting Jerry.
Dan Gronstal
June 10, 2011
Jerry was a fine man and will be missed dearly. He was Callie's God father at baptism. I will always think of Jerry with a smile seeing his contagious grin. He was a gentle soul and genuine friend. My thoughts and prayers are with his family whom he loved.
Dan Gronstal
Marcia Loss-Parrish
June 9, 2011
Becker Family, My deepest sympthy to all of you. I was a classmate of Jerry's and have great memories of him. Jerry always had a smile on his face and was so kind. Cherish your memories, you will always have them. God Bless.
Kim Mayer
June 9, 2011
Dear Becker Family--
When I heard of Jerry's passing a flood of memories came back of our days in Wesley and driving every morning in the car to Garrigan--all of us packed in the car. Know our thoughts are with you all during this time and I will remember Jerry as the fun loving guy he seemed to always be. After reading the obit--he seems to be a very loving family guy :)
Know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim & Kim Loebig-Mayer
John Byrne
June 9, 2011
What a terrible shock and sad loss to your family. I'm so very very sorry to hear about Jerry's passing. My heart goes out to your entire family and we will keep you all in our family prayers. God Bless.
Marcia & Dareld Clark
June 9, 2011
What a shock and loss of a dear, dear friend and coworker in Jerry. His big, genuine smile and his willingness to help anyone in need, will remain forever in my heart. Jeannine and your family, keep the loving memories close to your heart and take comfort in them. Our love and prayers are with you, always.
Deb Thill Schindler
June 9, 2011
Jeannine and family,
You dont know me but I also was a classmate of Jerry. He was such a great guy who would always give people a hard time with his dry humor. He will be missed and wanted you to know I will keep you and your family in our prayers at this difficult time....
Bridget Bormann
June 9, 2011
My deepest sympathy and prayers for the Becker family. Like everyone else, I remember Jerry always having a smile on his face and a sincere warmth that came straight from his heart. He was such a genuinely kind and caring man who always made you feel good whenever he was around. He will be greatly missed. God bless all of you.
Tom Youngwirth
June 8, 2011
Jeannine and family and Becker family, so sorry to hear about Jerry. We all lost a great guy. My condolences to you all.
Donna Becker Germuska
June 8, 2011
Dear Jeannine and Becker family:
I am so sorry to hear about Jerry. He was a classmate of mine from years ago, and I remember him having fun with life. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kris Ballard
June 8, 2011
To all of the Becker family. Like so many of our classmates, it is Jerry's smile and gentle way that I remember most. I am so very sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
George Guzman
June 8, 2011
To the Becker Family, my heart goes out to all of you,Jerry was a good man.He always spoke of his family with me, he was so proud of you all. Now with Jerry with God i know he will always show me the right directions for he always said i could get lost.I will miss his humor and understanding
Mike & Rita (Vaske) Frette
June 8, 2011
Jeannine and family, Ed, Jean, Betty, Donna, Mike, JoAnn, Pat & Donny...We are shocked and saddened to hear of Jerry's death. He was one of the six cousins who graduated in 1980, as was I. We shared many hours of fun at the Becker family get togethers. It's hard to believe that when I visited with Jerry at Marge's funeral in January that it was going to be for the last time. His time with us was too short. May all of you remember Jerry with happiness and find peace in knowing that he is with his family in Heaven.
June 8, 2011
Becker family, sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to the family.
Mando Clark Jr.
Chandler,Az
June 8, 2011
Our condolences goes out to the Becker family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.
Mando and Elena Clark
Chandler, Az
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Lynn Wingert
June 8, 2011
To all of you: Jerry was a nice kid when we were growing up and, thank goodness, it looks as though it was a habit he just couldn't break. My love and prayers to you as you grieve for Jerry and celebrate the wonderful life he led and the love he gave so unselfishly to so many. Thank you for sharing him with the Wingerts over the years. We will treasure our memories of him and try to live our lives in a way that honors Jerry. Peace to you all.
Larry (Fuzz) and Sylvia Hildman
June 8, 2011
We were in shock to hear this. We express our deepest sympathy to all of you. May your family's strengh and love for each other get you thru another sad time. Our love and prayers to you all . Treasure the Memories, He was a good man and will be missed by all who knew him. Larry (Fuzz) and Sylvia Hildman (Wesley, IA)
Michele Reilly Hall
June 8, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. I have not kept in touch with Jerry since high school but his obituary tells me he was still the gentle, loving soul I remember. Take comfort in knowing he is at peace
June 8, 2011
Jeannine and family and all of the Becker family:
We are so sorry for the loss you are all suffering. Jerry was such a wonderful, fun guy! He always had that nice big grin on his face, and it was a genuine smile. We feel blessed in having known him and will never forget him.
May fond memories bring all of you comfort in the following months.
God bless.
Spud and Deb Rahm
Rose and Doug Molacek
June 8, 2011
Jeannine & family, Ed, Jean, Betty, Donna, Mike, JoAnn, Pat & Donnie...we are so sorry to hear about Jerry. Your family has endured so much loss and sadness over the past 18 months. We pray that you will remember the good times that you shared with Jerry and that you will comfort each other through these sad days ahead.
Joseph Garman
June 8, 2011
Boy Jerrys obituary sure speaks of the kind of man he was, which doesn't surprise any one that knew him. As I sit here thinking of Jerry I have tears in my eyes and I am smiling at the same time. We have lost a good friend. My deepest sympathy to all
Linda Eden Hurlburt
June 8, 2011
Our heatful sympathy goes out to all of the Becker family. You and your family will be in our thought & prayers. My god grant each of you peace and love. Each of you have a special memories of Jerry. Cherish them as only you can. Jerry was always so happy and just a great guy. Thanks for the memories in the 80's.
Lisa Mertz-Davenport
June 8, 2011
To all of Jerry's family, I was so sad to here of Jerry's passing. As a classmate, Jerry was always so happy and just a genuinely nice person. Though I had not seen Jerry in years, as I read his obituary, it did not surprise me that he continued to spread his goodness through his life. Please accept my deepest condolensces and prayers. God Bless.
Arnie & Mary (Vaske) Berte
June 8, 2011
Jeannine & family, Ed, Jean, Betty, Donna, Mike, JoAnn, Pat & Donnie...We are saddened by your loss and we will keep you all in our prayers. Hold on to the great memories that you shared with Jerry and let them bring you comfort.
Linda Kisch
June 8, 2011
I am very sorry about the loss of Jerry. "Baa" we liked to call him in the good old days. Time goes by but the spirit of a good ole soul like Jerry never dies! Although it has been years since I saw Jerry the picture in my head is of his never ending smile. My condolences to all of you.
Linda Kisch Lange
June 8, 2011
Jeannine & family - our deepest heartfelt condolences with you and your family during this difficult time. I will always remember Jerry with fondest of memories as a friend and co-worker. Taken way too soon but always cherish and find comfort with the wonderful memories he has left behind and may those loving memories of him help you with your loss. Always in our hearts & prayers.
Pat & Eddie Sanchez & family
Denny & Julie (Vaske) Penning
June 7, 2011
Jeannine and family, & Jerry's siblings, We were shocked and sorry to hear of Jerry's passing and struggle with the WHY of it. It has been a tough couple of years for all of you. Faith tells us that it is God's plan and we have to accept that we won't be able to see or talk to him here on earth, but it also tells us that he will be with us forever in our hearts and beside you through these trying times. Let your tears flow for what should have been and then love and laugh with delight at what was.....and always will be Jerry's life. Let the wonderful shared memories carry you through the days to come, and know that your extended family is thinking of all of you and praying for better days ahead.
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