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Del Beckerat Obituary
92, went to be with his Lord on February 27, 2019. Del was a life member of Elks Lodge 1224, American Legion Post 273, New England Lodge #4 of Worthington, Ohio and also the Shriners. He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Christa; also survived by his children, Michael Del (Kathy) Beckerat; Pamela Sue (Dan) Smith; Deborah Ann Beckerat all of Ohio; his caregiver and stepdaughter, Christa Wagner; eight grandhildren and numerous great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday, March 5 from 1-3 pm and 5-7 pm where there will be Elks and Masonic services conducted between the hours of 5-7 pm. Military Honors will be conducted graveside, Wednesday, March 6 at 12 Noon at Memorial Park Cemetery. See complete obit at www.rlwilliams.com
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Michael Del Beckerat
March 5, 2019
Dear Dad: Your earthly journey is over and you are safely in the arms of Jesus, our LORD and Savior! You were always hopeful that The LORD would "allow you to sweep the streets of Heaven"...........by now you know that the streets are gold & don't need to be swept; and you are much more precious to HIM than you could possibly imagine. We, your children rest in the knowledge that we too will join you in our ETERNAL Home.
You were, are and always will be our hero as well as "DAD". Though time, distance and circumstances of life did not permit near enough opportunity to be together with you; the time and times we were together made such a life-lasting impression that our children and even our grandchildren know about Grandpa Beckerat and how much your children love you. Many of them will always remember "Grandpa HARDBODY!" You left us good tracks to walk in Dad! Our spouses who knew you loved you and are so thankful for the times together with you. One of Kathy's fondest memories is you sitting on the back deck singing in German to a couple of totally enamored young grandchildren. You spent days journeling with Kathy and loved her cooking-always asking for recipes. Pam and her home were "home base" for you in Ohio. She took great care of you and was so pleased to wait on you and make "Daddy's room" ready for those visits. Debbie always loved her "Daddy" & thought that the sun rose and set on you. Honestly; you were "bigger than life" to us most of the time. Those that had time with you Dad, still talk of precious memories from many years ago.
As children, we were blessed to have a DAD who provided for us well (even if it meant 2 jobs and travel); a DAD who dressed us for Church and walk hand in hand with his 2 daughters & son in tow to Sunday Service on Spring and Summer days in Clintonville. You always gave us your best-taught us to make our beds, clean our rooms, clean up after meals and STOP chewing nails! You made us better people; and most of all you loved us.
How we have missed you Dad and how grateful we are for the memories of you in our lives..............how we loved and do love you and are so very proud of you and thankful that we can call you "DAD" Your picture surely reflects the man you were. A great man!
Our sympathy to all who knew you, all who loved you and called you friend. However, we know that all who had the privelege of knowing you are much richer for the relationship. Our heartfelt sympathy to your family & much appreciation for final care and arrangements.
We love you DAD! Oh one last thought........"Semper Fi"
Christa Beckerat
March 3, 2019
Go be with the Angels....Love you Papa
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