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Daniel Becnel Obituary

BECNEL Daniel Thomas Becnel, aged 92, peacefully passed away on September 16, 2013, at the Southeast Louisiana War Veterans Home in Reserve, La. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 60 years, Una Mae D'Aunoy Becnel. Mr. Becnel was born on September 4, 1921, in New Orleans, La., to Premilas Francis Becnel and Inez "Jackie" Bourgeois Becnel. He was a graduate of Alcee Fortier High School and attended Tulane University. Mr. Becnel was a veteran of the United States Navy, and was a member of the Patrol Bombing Squadrons VPB and VP 139 in the Aleutian Islands during World War II, where he was awarded a Gold Star after receiving three Air Medals for his heroic actions. He retired from the Navy after 22 years of service as a Chief Petty Officer, and later retired from the U.S. Postal Service. Mr. Becnel spent many years at his home in Waveland, Ms., where he enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening, fishing, crafts and visiting the casinos. He is survived by his children, Peggy Becnel O'Hara (Bobby), Thomas Becnel (Susan), Paul Becnel (Fran), John Becnel (Annette), and Andrew Becnel (Christy); and his brother, John E. Becnel (June). He was preceded in death by his children, Daniel Becnel (Marjy) and Jackie Papelette; and his sisters, Florine Peters and Lurline Lichtenstein. He is also survived by 19 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. The family wishes to thank the staff at the Veterans Home for their kindness and care. Family and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., on Monday, September 23, 2013, at 12:00 noon. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am until the time of the service. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park and Mausoleum. To view and sign the Family Guest Book, go to www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

Published by The Times-Picayune from Sep. 19 to Sep. 22, 2013.
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May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

September 23, 2013

We are sorry to hear about your loss. May the God of all comfort comfort you and your family at this time.

September 22, 2013

Your home!

Mary Ann

September 21, 2013

God Speed Uncle Dan and thank you for your service to this great nation! We love you!

Julie, Jay, Brittany, Mary, Champ & Peter Vesich

September 21, 2013

Fair sailing Chief, thank you for your service..Irwjin Mendoza

September 20, 2013

Pops lead full and adventurous life. I could always get a smile from him when teasing him that all the single ladies were trying to catch him, so slow down and get caught. Sorry for your loss, he will be remembered by many.

JoAnn & JC Pasalaqua

September 20, 2013

Sorry for your loss

Eddie Kruebbe

September 19, 2013

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