Gerald Becker
February 19, 1940 - July 24, 2024
Salem - Jerry Becker passed away at the age of 84, at Kaplan Hospice House in Danvers, after a long and courageous battle with kidney disease and fighting through nine years of dialysis.
Jerry was born in Newark, New Jersey, the son of Paul and Kay Becker. Upon graduation from Irvington (NJ) High School, he enlisted in the Army where he served in both the US and Korea. In 1963 he traveled to Miami on vacation where he met his future wife Millie who was also on vacation from Peabody. They were married in June 1965 and recently celebrated their 59th anniversary. Together they raised their family in Danvers for 47 years before moving to Salem. He was the devoted father of Michael Becker and Jodi Renaud, father-in-law of Caitlin Becker and grandfather of Scarlet Rose, Magnolia Jeanne, and Fiona Marie. He was predeceased by his daughter, Sheryl Becker and his brother and sister-in-law Robert Becker and Linda Becker.
Jerry worked in sales for many years, finding his passion in men's clothing and was always impeccably dressed. Later on in life, he took up the hobby of designing and hand-stitching neck ties and machine-stitched quilts. He was a lifetime member of Congregation Tifereth Israel in Peabody. He loved to spend time with his family and friends as well as listening to his extensive jazz music collection. He also played harmonica, bongos, and conga drums.
Funeral will be at Stanetsky-Hymanson Memorial Chapel, 10 Vinnin St, Salem on Friday, July 26, 2024 at 10:00 am. with interment to follow at the Sons of Jacob Cemetery, 16 Buxton Road, Danvers. Donations in his memory should be sent to Congregation Tifereth Israel, 8 Pierpont Street, Peabody, MA 01960. Shiva will be observed at the home of Michael & Caitlin Becker, Friday following the burial until 3pm, Saturday evening at 7-8 pm and Sunday & Monday 2-4 and 6-8 pm, with ma'ariv service at 7 pm.
Published on July 25, 2024
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