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Thomas L. Becherer
1953 - 2011
Thomas L. Becherer
1953 - 2011
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BORN
1953
DIED
2011
Thomas Becherer Obituary
Thomas L. Becherer, 58, of Shiloh, Ill., born Sunday, Feb. 8, 1953, in Oxnard, Calif., died Saturday, March 26, 2011, at Memorial Hospital in Belleville, Ill.
Mr. Becherer worked as a Graphic Artist for US Government Defense Mapping Department before retiring.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara, nee Kenney, Becherer.
Surviving are his father, Bernard C. Becherer of Belleville, Ill.; a sister, Christine (James) Breidenbach of Swansea, Ill.; nephews, Steven (Lori) Breidenbach, and Matthew Breidenbach; a niece, Jane (Jeremy) Bayne; grandnieces and grand-nephews; and his ex-wife, Lynn Waldrop and her children, Nathan and Avarie Waldrop. He was a very loving uncle to his niece and nephews.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.kurrusfh.com.
Memorials may be made to the Breast Cancer Society.
Visitation: Friends may call after 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 29,2011 at the Kurrus Funeral Home, Belleville, Ill.
Funeral: Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 29, 2011 at Kurrus Funeral Home, with Rev. Larry Patton officiating.
KURRUS FUNERAL HOME, Belleville, Ill.
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Kathy Moroney
March 31, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Tom for several years. He was entertaining and you could always expect the unexpected from him. My prayers are with you. May you find the comfort you need at this time.
Nicole Bess
March 29, 2011
I was very sorry to hear that Tom had passed away. I worked with Tom for about three years, and he always had a funny tale, an interesting anecdote, or an obscure word to share. We missed him after he retired, but many of us got the occasional email or phone to keep in touch. We'll miss him.
Barbara Doctorman
March 29, 2011
I remember Tom from our days at Emge. Peace be with you Tom, you and your family are in my thoughts.
Beth Mueller
March 29, 2011
Tom had a genuine compassion and deep love for his family, friends, and his cat smokey. He was an extremely intelligent, uncommonly generous and a wonderfully funny man. Although I had the pleasure of knowing Tom for only nine months; his presence in my life will be truly missed. The many comical and amazing times we shared will remain in my heart forever. Tom once expressed to me, he loved watching snow flakes fall from the sky, the bigger the better! Remember, it snowed the day he passed.
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Larry and Judy Merriman
March 29, 2011
We knew Tom as a friend and brother-in-law for over 10 years. We always enjoyed Tom's intelligence, dry sense of humor and easy smile. We will miss him. Our thoughts are with his family members at this time. I hope that you will find the pain that you are feeling now will be replaced by the fond memories of the good times you shared.
Larry and Judy Merriman
Eileen Hisel
March 29, 2011
I knew Tom for a short while this past summer. Some fun times & good memories. So sad that he left this world so soon.
Barbara Montes-Stempel
March 29, 2011
I went to grade school and high school with Tom and just recently found him on Facebook. I am very sorry for your loss. May God Bless you all in this time of need. He is truly an Angel now.
Gene Wiggins
March 28, 2011
Sorry For Your Loss. Please accept this electronic message in lieu of a Sympathy Card. Local National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE) volunteers provide help in reporting the death of any federal civilian retiree or a retiree’s spouse to proper authorities. They will explain the process as needed and report the death to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) for you. The NARFE Service Center is located in building 50, Scott AFB. You may visit the Service Center on Tuesdays, 10AM to 2PM or call 618-256-9350. You may leave a voice mail message at other times and we will return your call the following Tuesday. You may also call the Service Officer, Gene Wiggins, for immediate assistance if required at 618-566-7980.
Robert Becherer
March 28, 2011
I didn't know Thomas but I recently had the pleasure of meeting Charles Becherer, Thomas' uncle, and his wife Marie. I am very sorry for your loss.
Robert Adam Becherer, Stony Brook, NY
Berkeley Brestal
March 28, 2011
Tom & I were friends in high school and had just reacquainted through Facebook the past several years. I am saddened by the news of his passing and wish to extend my most sincere condolences to his family and everyone who was close to him. Blessings be with you and with Tom in Spirit. I will continue to hold his memory in my own heart.
DARRYL TITCHENAL
March 28, 2011
HAD A GREAT TIME GROWING UP WITH TOM ON CC ACRES HE WAS A GREAT PERSON I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES
Carole/Jerry Middendorf
March 28, 2011
Bernie, Chris and Jim, We are so sorry for your loss. We know how difficult it can be. Please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of your son, brother, brother-in-law. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God's peace.
Sherri Wood-Stewart
March 27, 2011
Tom left this life way to soon. We were good friends our freshman year of high school and he was so much fun. Sorry had lost contact with him. My deepest sympathy.
March 27, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathy during this difficult time. I went to Emge and Belleville West with Tom and I will always have fond memories of him. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
~Susan(Crame)Doyle, Columbia,Illinois
Donna (Lickenbrock) Altemeier
March 27, 2011
It was so good to reconnect on Facebook...saddened that it was for just a short time. Rest in Peace, Tom.
March 27, 2011
May Tom now rest in peace with our Heavenly Father. Bless you and your family in this hour.
Cathy Pees-Armstrong (Class 1971)
March 27, 2011
My deepest sympathies...He walked the halls I walked in High School...Just resently reconnected through BTHSWEST.. He will be missed very much..So sorry. Deborah Broderick
Beverly (Fox) Hancock {'71}
March 27, 2011
May God comfort you all in this time of loss. My sympathies & prayers are with you.
Dede Nicks Sawyer
March 27, 2011
Too young to have left us. God bless you and your family. Class of '71
March 27, 2011
On behalf of the Class of 1971 - Belleville Township High School West, we extend our deepest sympathy and love. May you rest in peace, Tom.
Dr. Kevin Rushing
March 27, 2011
May God Rest His Soul.....
Steve Ackermann
March 27, 2011
Dear Mr. B,
Recently Tom and I reconnected. We talked about old times and brought each other up to date on our lives. I was so sad to read of his passing. He and I were inseparable for a few years in high school. I'll miss his bizarre sense of humor.
Sue Karasek-Nottmeier
March 27, 2011
Tom, you left us too soon. Class of 71
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