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Gerald Becker Obituary
Gerald "Jerry" Gustave Becker passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Tuesday, June 29, 2021. Jerry was born on March 21,1959 in Milford, Delaware to Joseph and Helen (Talley) Becker. He graduated from Christiana High School, Newark, DE in 1977. Throughout his working career, Jerry enjoyed the hospitality industry. He co-owned Events Unlimited. He also enjoyed his time as the co-owner of The Wishing Well Bed & Breakfast in Sedona, AZ. Jerry was very active, playing softball, golf, bowling and was an avid pool player. When his illness prevented his participation, Jerry still continued to follow his local pool buddies via live stream. Family was a center for Jerry. He provided end of life care for his father and assisted in the recovery of his then young daughter from Leukemia. These events, in addition to his own rare diseases, lead Jerry to be passionate about research, education and advocacy for change. He spent the last few months in Florida with his two daughters, Erin (Richard) Wilcox of Parrish, FL and Kristen (Mark) Fafalios of Port Saint Lucie, FL and his five grandchildren Hope, Ethan, Nathaniel, Lucas and Maverick. He is also survived by his sister Dawn (Dennis) Huss of Naples, FL and his brothers Allen (Michelle) of Middletown, DE and Phil (Catherine) Becker of Newark, DE. A Celebration of Life is planned for August 21, 2021 at the Elks Lodge, New Castle, DE. 2pm-5pm Memorial contributions can be made to amyloidosissupport.org
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Connie (Walstrum) Mullen
August 2, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. RIP Jerry
April Pechickjan
August 1, 2021
I will not be able to attend the memorial for Jerry. I wanted to express my condolences to his family! Jerry & I met through pool, ad he was always the nicest man and although we didn´t know eachother well, we spoke about his illness.. when I said good-bye to him before he moved to Florida, I knew that would be the last time I seen him, and I told him to take it easy, and he knew what I was saying... you have gained an angel watching over you! Rest easy Jerry... And big smiles Always!
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