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Margery Becker Obituary

Becker, Margery Ann Popp 84, died on February 13, 2007 Born in St. Paul, Minnesota on December 5, 1922, she spent over 50 years in her beloved home in Afton, Minnesota, and lived her final years in Safety Harbor, Florida. Preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Debs Becker; longtime companion, William Olsen; granddaughter Emma Marie Richards; and siblings William Popp, Jr. and Jeanne Moeglein. Survived by her daughters Hanje Richards and Lael Becker, sons-in-law Rod Richards and Mile Tubic, and grandchildren Jack Richards and Shyenne Tubic. Margery's sister, Dorothy Popp Waldref, died on July 16, 2007. Margery taught sixth grade for many years at Lake Elmo Elementary School in Lake Elmo, Minnesota. She was variously a member of Unity Church Unitarian in St. Paul, White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church and Unitarian Universalists of Clearwater. A memorial service will be held 2PM on August 1st at WHITE BEAR UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH, 328 Maple St. Mahtomedi, MN. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to: The Hospice Foundation of the Florida Suncoast, 5771 Roosevelt Blvd., Clearwater, Florida 33760.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Jul. 29, 2007.

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Katie wilhelmi

January 1, 2025

My dear teacher, you are often thought of. You were my teacher the year you went to Sri Lanka and oh what neat stories you had. You even brought us gifts. You were the only one that believed in me in my whole life, ya they maybe were some but you showed it, and said it. I'm 54 now, and life has brought me back to this area and I often take the way home past your beloved home you shared with a few of us girls on a small day trip. You in fact would take small groups of our class to your home for a hike up that high high hill behind your place and then a cool dip in the stream. It was marvelous. You told me someday you would see my art and writing in a book, I'm sorry that we missed that part but I often remember that calling and those kind words. You were a treasure to a little girl in a tough time. Words can not express the difference you made and I can not imagine the life I'd have had no one but you believed in me. I hope to see you soon I know you have wings.

Ruth Booman

August 7, 2007

Marne, Margie, was a good friend for many years. She was part of a group of 4 UU women who would gather each spring at a lake cabin callled the Side Track and we would watch birds, look and rescue wild flowers, and hike. At the end of our stay one of the 4 would write in the guest book and Marne"s entries were always thoughtful and/or inspiring

Bruce Johansen

August 2, 2007

I have many fond memories of Margery. One that stands out is visiting her wonderful log house near Afton, sitting outdoors eating nectarines on a hot summer day. Other favorites involve annual trips to the Minnesota State Fair, our group growing as the day went on. I always appreciated Margery's openness and intense interest in other people, her keen awareness of events around the world, and her laugh. My sympathies and love go out to her family as they continue through this transition.

Marge and Gene Becker in Mexico

July 30, 2007

Marnie with the Henny Pennys 1995

July 30, 2007

Margie with Jack, Peter, Dan, Alida and Jake in her favorite spot (the Creek).

July 30, 2007

Grandma Margie with Jack, Hanje and Rod

July 30, 2007

Howard Huelster

July 30, 2007

I first met Marge when my 8th grade sister, Dorothy, brought Margie home to visit. One night the three of us crawled out onto the roof of our front porch to look at the stars and talk. I thought then, and later, that Marge was pretty, smart, and fun to be around. Howard Huelster

Marge and Gene Becker Wedding

July 30, 2007

Margie

July 30, 2007

Janice Glewwe (Klein)

July 29, 2007

My sincere sympathy to all of the family. My name is Janice and Mrs. Becker was my 6th grade teacher in 1979/1980. She taught me many things and I have appreciated her lessons very much through out life. As I went on to Jr. High and Sr. High, I kept in touch with her. As a matter of fact, she attended my high school graduation party. Her loving heart and caring spirit will be greatly missed.

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