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Wilbert Becker Obituary
Wilbert W. Wil Becker, Jr., 72, of Allentown died Tuesday, May 5, 2009 in Cedarbrook, South Whitehall Township. He was the husband of Colleen H. (Schaffer) for 50 years, celebrating their anniversary December 13, 2008. Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Wilbert W., Sr. and Ruth (Harris) Becker. Wilbert was proprietor of Becker Roofing of Allentown for 15 years before retiring in 2002. Previously he was a mechanic for Mack Trucks for 24 years. He was a member of St. Peters Evangelical Lutheran Church, where he had served as president of the Brotherhood, and also as council member. Wilbert served his country in the Navy. He was also a past president of FOE lodge #110. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. Survivors: Wife; sons, Michael T. and wife Susan of Emmaus, Wayne Alan and wife Loretta of Allentown; daughters, Michele M. Cygan of Collegeville and Eileen F. Cruz of Troy, Pa.; brothers, Carey and Bryan; sister, Barbara; eight grandchildren, Arielle, Brandon, Jillian, Christopher, Marisa, Alexandria, Luke, and Evan. He was predeceased by brothers, Duane, John David, and James. Services: 11 a.m. Saturday, Weber Funeral Homes, P.C., 502 Ridge Ave.Call: 9:30-11 a.m. www.weberfuneralho mes.com Contributions: May be made to Cedarbrook Auxilliary for D5 in memory of Wilbert W. Becker, Jr.
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Dave Eck
May 25, 2009
Dear Colleen, Mike, Wayne, Michelle, & Ellie,
We're very sorry to hear about Willie's passing. We used to always enjoy seeing him at the family reunion, and talking with him. We'll always be grateful that Willie fixed our roof after the tornado in 2000. Every time we look up at the roof, we'll think of Willie. We'll miss him at the reunion, but he'll be with all of us in spirit, as is Aunt Jean. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all in your time of sorrow. Find comfort to know that memories of Willie will remain in your hearts, and live on forever till you see him again someday. Love and God bless, Dave, LeeAnne, Dan, & Nicole.
Kathy Trexler Kauth
May 19, 2009
Mrs. Becker and Family
I'm sorry to hear of Willie's passing. My condolences! Hold on to the good memories as I will from Railroad St.
God Bless you all at this hard time.
Love, Kathy
Alfred & Cynthia Decker
May 18, 2009
The Becker Family,
We send our heartfelt condolences to your family during this difficult time. My father always spoke highly of Wil, especially after doing a fine job on his roof on Gordon St. I remember Wil as one who always kept us in line when we hung around on Railroad St. Our blessings go out to your family.
Debi (Trexler) Bowman
May 12, 2009
I know this is a tough time for you all as was with me in losing my Father recently. I have such good fun memories from Railroad Street and the times we all spent together. Those are what keeps them close in our hearts and with us. My prayers are with you all in this time of great loss.
Jan (Scribner) Plowe
May 11, 2009
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you in your loss. I received a voice mail of Willie's passing this weekend from my mom, via my sister. I have many great memories with all of you, growing up next door. Coleen, many thanks to you and Willie for being such a good friend to my mom. I'm a firm believer that there's a much better place for all of us, and Willie has found it. Peace is now his. God Speed.
Carol Martz
May 10, 2009
Coleen & Family, Very sorry to hear of your loss. Just remember all of the good times we all had living on railroad street. Memories last forever. With deepest sympathy. Love Carol, Debbie & Jean Wasyl
Skeeter & Millie Gardo
May 10, 2009
our prayers are with you and your family.
may you rest in pesce.
Skeeter & Millie Gardo
Michael Cruz
May 9, 2009
Colleen and family,it also saddens me to learn of your husband/fathers passing.I have a lot of fond memories of him especially the visits to the track.Will was like a second father to me, he always treated me great.I know there is alot of emptiness in your hearts right now but just remember he is at peace right now and stil is watching over all of you.God bless all of you and may all your hearts be filled with loving memories.
God saw he was tired, a cure was not meant to be.So he put his arms around him and whispered,"Come with me."
With tearful eyes we watched him suffer,and saw him fade away.Although you loved him dearly you could not make him stay.a golden heart stopped beating,hard-working hands laid to rest.God broke our hearts to prove to us that he only takes the best.
All My Love,
Michael Cruz
May 7, 2009
Colleen and Family,
I am so saddened to learn about your husband/father Willie's passing. He was a wonderful person and we have so many great memories of growing up. My heart hurts for all of you. May God Bless you and please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
Love
Sue (Trexler) Bellucci
Sharon Reichenbach
May 7, 2009
Colleen and Family,
It saddens me to learn of Willie's passing. He was a wonderful man and will be sorely missed by all those who knew him.
May God hold you in his loving arms and comfort you during this very difficult time. May your many fond memories of Willie comfort you and bring you through the days ahead.
Praying for blessings for you from above as Willie watches from afar until the day you meet again.
Arielle (Becker) Bair
May 7, 2009
To the rest of the family,
My Pop-Pop was a man who will be missed every day. I know we all have some great memories of him that will never die. I am glad he's now at peace. Nana, I will always be here for you whenever you need me. To Dad (Wayne) & my aunts and uncle, I know losing your father is far from easy, but at least he is no longer suffering and you have each other to go to. To everyone--let's celebrate his life!
With love,
Arielle
Donna Hryculak-Farrell
May 7, 2009
Coleen,Mike,Wayne,Michelle,Ellie.
I am so sorry to hear about Will's passing. I remember him so well as a child growing up on Railroad Street. May your memories of him comfort you at this time,losing a spouse and parent is hard but time will make it better. I'm sure all the other neighbors (Mitzi,Raymie,Sarah,George,Dale and Sandy)greeted Will with open arms at the Heavenly Gates! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your families.
God Bless
Donna Hryculak-Farrell
Joe Heil
May 7, 2009
Our hearts go out to the entire family.Your dad was "One of the good guys"Growing up with all of you,I remember alot of things about Willie.The one thing that stands out is the sense of humor he had, and his "laugh".When he was a roofer,he would stop by Turner Street,and bat the breeze with my mom.She always got a kick out of him. They often talked about their sons (Mike & Mike)So,The best thing you can do,at such a sad time,is hold on to your memories.. They will get you through.. God Bless your entire family.. Joe,Audra,and Aidan Heil
Bill & Beverly Peltz
May 7, 2009
To the entire Becker family,
May you find a smile in your memories, warmth in your heart and strength in each other through these difficult days. The heartache lingers for a while, but the fondness of memories lasts forever.
Christal Almond
May 7, 2009
Coleen,
I am thinking of you at this sad time. God bless you and your family.
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