1928 ~ BECKER ~ 2014

James Henry Becker, beloved husband of the late Amelia Becker, passed away on Saturday, December 6th, 2014 at the age of 86 years. James leaves to cherish his memory his children, Gladys Becker of Medicine Hat and Roy (Linda) of Bow Island; two grandchildren, Leroy (Neilly) of Bow Island and their sons, Haidyn and Quyn, and Darren of Bow Island and his daughters, Jordyn and Brooklynn and their mother, Amanda; his nieces and nephews; and a special sister-in-law, Maggie (Robert) Johnson of Winnipeg. James was predeceased by his parents, Henry and Christina Becker; two sisters, Leah Rumberg (John and Art), and Emma Anhorn; and one brother, Adam (Annie). James farmed in the Schuler area until moving to Medicine Hat in 1958. He worked at IXL, Medicine Hat School District No. 76 as a groundsman, and also at the Medicine Hat College as a groundsman before retiring. James loved Pioneer’s Blue Jay games and never missed a game. He also enjoyed day trips with his daughter to Stagewest, Rosebud, Foremost, Fort Macleod, and many others. James will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all those who knew and loved him. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Wednesday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and on Thursday from 12:00 to 12:55 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL on Thursday, December 11th, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Interment will follow in the Family Plot at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in James’ memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading James Becker. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, \”The Chapel in the Park\”, locally owned and directed. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone (403)528-2599