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Larry Becker Obituary
On January 8, 2016, Dr. Larry Becker; beloved husband of Alma Becker (nee Cohen) and the late Gwen and Gail Becker; loving father of Gary Becker, Jill Becker, Jennifer Benscher, Ira Miller and Sherri Cohen; devoted father-in-law of Melissa Becker, Eric Becker, Jill Miller, Andy Cohen and the late Jill Levy Becker; dear step father of Jill Spector (Joel Cohn), Marcy Spector (Joe Ponczak) and Jody (Doug) Greenstein; devoted son of the late Bernard and Ada Becker; beloved brother of Barbara Becker and Joannie Cohen; dear brother-in-law of Jules (Karen) Rosenberg; loving grandfather of Glen and Maris Becker, Madison and Eli Frank, Greg and Jake Becker, Simone, Noah and Ben Benscher, Amanda and Jack Miller, Will, Grant and Gail Cohen, Alex and Hannah Cohn, Harrison and Will Ponczak, Grant, Danielle and Samantha Greenstein and the late Cara Gwen Becker. Funeral services will be held at Baltimore Hebrew Congregation, 7401 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21208 on Monday, January 11, at 1 pm. Interment Baltimore Hebrew Cemetery - Berrymans Lane. Please omit flowers. Contributions in his memory may be sent to Gail & Gwen Becker Scholarship Fund For Lacrosse, Johns Hopkins University, 3400 N. Charles Street, San Martin Center 278, Baltimore, MD 21218 (make checks payable to Johns Hopkins University; for online donations, on the designation list select "other" and then list the fund name: Gwen and Gail Becker Scholarship Fund) or Karma For Cara Foundation, 650 S. Exeter Street, Suite 1000, Baltimore, MD 21202. In mourning at Woodholme Country Club, 300 Woodholme Avenue, Pikesville, MD 21208, Monday immediately following interment and Tuesday beginning at 10am, with services both evenings at 7pm.
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Junaid Riaz
August 3, 2019
I had done his transcription work for three years while he was still alive and kicking and he was a great doctor. May The Good Lord have mercy on him.
August 3, 2017
I just found out that Dr. Becker passed away (8/2017). He did knee replacements for both of my Mom's knees. It changed her life and enhanced it. She continued to see him for many years. He was a great doctor and friend to her. Sympathy to his family.
Kathleen Gradwell
July 25, 2016
I worked with Larry for many years at Sinai on a surgical unit and in the Operating Room. He was a kind, caring man and always a pleasure to work with. Recently I was talking about how I may need surgery and made the comment that unfortunately the surgeon I would want to perform my surgery is retired. That's when I learned he had died. What a terrible loss. My condolences to his family.
Ivan Hurwitz
May 8, 2016
Dr Becker fixed my knee in 96. What a great doctor. I hurt my other knee in 06 and went to see him. He informed me that he didn't do surgery anymore. He told me he would have me see a doctor he would allow to operate on him. He was a gear doctor so sorry to find out he passed.
jamie lorber
February 14, 2016
I was treated by him on more than one occasion. He was a nice fellow i'm sad to hear what happened to this gentleman.
Jan Whetzel
February 9, 2016
Very sad to hear of the untimely loss of Larry. I met Larry as a new nurse working at Sinai in the 70's, and never saw him with anything but a smile on his face. Such a polite and caring man. He will be missed. Sincere condolences to his family.
steve tsakalas
February 4, 2016
I am so sorry to hear about larry becker's passing, i have known him for some 44 years when i started haveing hip problems, thats when he first started in the office on Falls & coldspring . he operated on both my hips and my brothers also, in fact he wrote an article in the medical journal about us both haveing the same problem. I had continued to go to him for knee problems. A GREAT and GENTLE man who will be truely missed in the medical field.. May his memory be eternal..steve tsakalas..
January 22, 2016
LARRY BECKER WAS A GREAT PERSON AND LACROSSE PLAYER.HE WILL BE MISSED!ERNIE BETZ
Judi Edlavitch -Scher
January 14, 2016
OMG one of the NiCEST , Kindest , Most Handsome guys to hit the Baltimore JCC racquetball courts !! Everyone loved this sweet and talented man. He was always right there as a friend first and well respected Dr.. My Dad thought the world of him. Sincerest thoughts and prayers to all his family.
Jim Ford
January 14, 2016
Dr. Becker was a true professional. My thoughts go out to his family and friends.
Renee and David Reamer
January 12, 2016
So Sorry for your loss. Its a great tragedy to lose such a wonderful person and doctor so early in life.. Our deepest sympathies to your family!!
Lois and Steve Schapiro
January 12, 2016
Steve and I send our sympathies to all of Larry's family. He was such a special guy! Always kind, caring,with a smile on his face. Lois and Steve Schapiro
Charles Dudley Lee
January 12, 2016
I had the pleasure of being a medical school classmate of Larry. We became friends. He not only introduced me to lacrosse but took me to a Hopkins game. I always enjoyed his company and thought of him often. My sympathies to all his family. He was a wonderful classmate and will be missed.
January 12, 2016
WILL REMEMBER LARRY WITH GREAT RESPECT AND FONDNESS--WE STUDIED TOGETHER IN MEDICAL SCHOOL, SHARED PATIENTS AND HAVE BEEN FRIENDS FOR OVER 50 YEARS!! HE WILL BE MISSED
MIRIAM L.COHEN MD FACC--CLASS OF 1964 UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND MEDICAL SCHOOL
Rose Lambie
January 12, 2016
Dear Gary & Family:
The Staff of the SurgiCenter of Baltimore is saddened by the news of the loss of your beloved Dad. As one of our founding fathers, Dr. Becker was such a big part of our history. He will be missed by all of those who were privileged to know and work with him. May you find comfort in knowing that he rests in the arms of the angels.
Rose Lambie
Administrator SCOB
Larry & Bonnie Cohen
January 12, 2016
To Dr. Larry Becker's Family,
Our family is saddened to hear of Dr. Becker's passing. May his memory remain a blessing.
Shelly and Billy Himmelrich
January 12, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Shelly and Billy Himmelrich
January 11, 2016
So sorry about your loss . My prayers are with you all ..ARynd
Shannon Kuhta
January 11, 2016
My mother had the pleasure of working for The Becker's for many, many years. She always spoke of Dr. Becker's kindness and generosity. When my husband was 5 Dr. Becker operated on his hip and his parents have always spoke of his talent and his kindness. My deepest sympathy goes out to his entire family. He will truly be missed.
January 11, 2016
Larry was my former brother in law, and I have fond memories of both Larry, growing up, and my former in laws, Ada and Bernie Becker...elegant, sophisticated, gracious, and beautiful, and a true role model.
When Leonardo Da Vinci died, it was said at the time, "...It is a hurt to anyone to lose such a man, for nature cannot again produce his like..."
Rest in peace Larry, all of us who were proud to know you will carry your memories with us to the end of our days...you were truly loved by all..
Avie Abramowitz
January 11, 2016
So sad and very sorry for your loss. I remember Dr. Becker in my very early days at Baltimore County General Hospital. Such a nice, kind man and outstanding surgeon. He would walk down the hall and all the ladies would just swoon as he passed. Over the last 15 years or so, our paths crossed again in the claims field as Dr. Becker was the GURU of knee injuries. We could always count on him for an unbiased second opinion. He will be missed by many.
I hope you find peace knowing that he is at peace.
R. Balter
Wendy Graves
January 11, 2016
My Thoughts and prayers are with your family .
Wendy Graves
Marjorie Liss
January 11, 2016
Dearest Joannie,
My heart is broken for your loss. Larry was a most special person and touched so many many lives both personally and medically. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
From the heart,
Marjorie Liss
January 11, 2016
Dr. Becker was an amazing and trusted physician. I knew him while working as a Nurse Case Manager. Over the years he was there for so many patients who needed his advice and expertise. Many thanks for all you have done in the Baltimore community. My deepest sympathy for his family, friends and patients.
Deborah Campitelli
Bethany Beach, Delaware
Gina Laubach
January 11, 2016
My thoughts and prayers go to the family and friends of Dr. Becker. He was a very respected physician in the insurance industry. May the joyous memories of his life give you peace at this difficult time.
SaraKay Smullens
January 11, 2016
Losing an icon like Larry (and he was!) takes away a touchstone of youth for many of us, and all who so deeply respected his journey, accomplishments, and guts will miss him dearly.
SaraKay Smullens
Philadelphia
January 11, 2016
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. My you find hope and comfored from God. (1 Cor 1:2,3)
Suzanne Pierce-Woomer
January 11, 2016
I only worked with Dr. Becker for a short time at OrthoMd. He was such a sweet, gentle man. I am glad I had the opportunity to know him and work with him.
Barney & Susie LaPorte
January 11, 2016
Barney and I are so very saddened by this tragic news and know Larry was such a positive influence in every life he touched. We were so privileged to have known him and called him a dear friend. God bless your whole family and may you all be comforted by your cherished memories.
Sharon Kreitzer
January 11, 2016
It is difficult to comprehend the loss of such a loving,caring,thoughtful, and amazing person that Larry Becker was. His memory will live in the hearts and minds not only of his dear family, but of all those who knew him. I knew him first as a nurse. When ever he came to see one of his patients he always had a smile on his face, and he was always kind and thoughtful. Later, as a patient I saw him in his practice, he was the same; always smiling, and always kind and thoughtful. He was close to some of my family members who are shocked,and saddened by the loss of this wonderful man. Sharon Kreitzer
Cheryl Berry
January 11, 2016
Thanks for being a great doctor. My left knee is great, thanks to you. Condolences to your family. Your were a very kind and friendly man, you will be missed.
Bill Shriver
January 11, 2016
Heartfelt condolences to all of his family!!! What a tragic loss for you and all of his close friends. A great man! I close my eyes and I see his smile. I always looked forward to seeing Larry and his pals at my restaurant whenever he was in town! I will miss him him!
January 11, 2016
My deepest sympathy goes to all of you..
Ronnie Pumpian
Elan Merkel
January 10, 2016
I am so saddened by this news. Goodbye my friend. Elan Merkel
Anie Horne
January 10, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Linda Finkelstein
January 10, 2016
Dear Alma, Barbara,Joanie and extended family and dear friends. Everyone knew Larry Becker! What a horrible loss. We go back a very long time together.Our parents and Ada and Bernie used to lease a condo together here in Florida for many years. Such a special and wonderful man was taken way too early. We grieve and cry with you. Our prayers for this wonderful family are to be strong. ---your memories will give you support. We send you much love.
Linda Moss Finkelstein and Bob Moss
and Bob Moss
January 10, 2016
A wonderful man, our hearts are broken, may your memory always be a blessing. Heartfelt sympathy to Alma and the entire Becker Family. Nanette and Robert Harmatz
D. Valerie Losco
January 10, 2016
Dr. Larry Becker was such a special friend to our Admiral's Cove members. I've known him and Alma for a number of years as part of the family here at our community.
Larry was truly a gentleman and a wonderful friend to all lucky enough to know him well. He was always ready with a kind word, a warm hello, and a big smile. He will be truly missed by all who lioved and admired his compassion and integrity.
God bless his family about whom he often spoke lovingly and devotedly.
Linda Hertzfelt
January 10, 2016
Deeply saddened by the loss of "Our Dr Becker".He inspired me with words of encouragement and touched me with his kindness. Condolences to family and friends. Proud to be part of his Ortho Maryland family.
Claudia Wheeler
January 10, 2016
Such a wonderful man and surgeon. I scrubbed my first artroscopy with him, many, many years ago. I am now retired and no longer live in Baltimore. He was a great teacher and so patient, the females would almost deck each other to get to be the surg tech to scrub with him on his cases. Nothing but good memories, never to be forgotten. My thoughts go out to the family, he will certainly be misses.
Claudia (Brown) Wheeler
Prosperity, SC
January 10, 2016
To Barbara and Joanie,
I am deeply saddened to learn of Larry's tragic death. With longtime memories, I send prayers and condolences to you and
his extended family.
With love,
Brenda G.Edelson
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Leon Reinstein, M.D.
January 10, 2016
So sorry for your loss. A great doctor.
Leon Reinstein, M.D.
David Burdette
January 10, 2016
Dr Becker and I go back 45 years. I was a basketball player at St Mary's College, St Mary's City. Playing basketball I sustained a severe knee injury. Dr Larry Beckers name was recommended to me over and over again. He took care of knee then and several times after that. We became friends. We both shared a passion for sports. It made both of us smile.
He touched so many lives. Today all of us that knew him family professional and friends will always remember a man of many talents and for me FRIEND
David T. Burdette
Thomas Young
January 10, 2016
Greg, Jake, Jodi, and Jill,
We were sorry to read about Larry. Remember all that he did with you and for you, and he will live in your heart forever.
debbie weinman
January 10, 2016
Jill: My thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so sorry for your loss.
Debbie and Brad Weinman
Sherry Berman
January 10, 2016
To my cousins and extended family, words cannot express the sadness, loss and pain you must be feeling at this time. I am so so sorry. Love, your cousin Sherry Berman
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