Mr. Henry Charles Becker, a resident of Andover since 1953 and beloved husband of 56 years of the late Emelie L. (Longmoore) Becker, died at his home on Friday, May 6, 2011. He was 85 years old.
Born in New York, New York, he was the beloved son of the late Henry and Anna (Pape) Becker. Mr. Becker was a US Navy veteran and had served aboard the USS William M. Wood as an Engineering Officer. He worked as an Electrical Engineer for Western Electric and Lucent Technologies for more than 35 years.
He will be missed by his loving children; Edward C. Becker of Andover, New Hampshire, Linda B. Richmond of Dallas, Texas and Gail B. and her husband Peter I. Richmond of Andover, cherished grandchildren; Amanda, James, Kyle, Ashley and Alison, dear great-grandchildren; Riley and Clinton, siblings; Robert Becker of Virginia and Doris Onken of Newburyport and several nieces and nephews.
His memorial service was celebrated in the Chapel at West Parish Garden Cemetery, 129 Reservation Road, Andover, Tuesday, May 10, 2011, at 3 PM. Many relatives and friends were in attendance. Calling hours were omitted. Interment was held privately. Donations in Henry's memory may be made to Merrimack Valley Hospice, 360 Merrimack Street, Lawrence, Massachusetts 01843. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Burke-Magliozzi Funeral Home of Andover. For additional information, please visit, www.burkemagliozzi.com.