Obituary of Donald E. Becker

Wayland – Avoca – Donald E. Becker, 88 years of age, passed away Friday morning, April 17, 2020 at Elderwood at Hornell where he had been residing for the past several years. Donald was born June 1, 1931 in Wayland, the son of Fremont and Winona (Chapman) Becker. He grew up in Wayland and resided there most of his life. In the late 1990’s, Donald moved to Avoca here he lived for a few years prior to his move to Hornell. Donald loved working on the family farm and taking care of the animals. He loved his neighbors as well! If he wasn’t taking care of the animals, he was visiting with his neighbors. Donald was pre-deceased by his parents, Fremont and Winona Becker; and a brother Richard Becker. He is survived by his siblings, Arlene Francisco-Stell of Canandaigua, Janice (Fran) Hall of FL, Marie (Don) Page of NC, Norris (Nancy) Becker of OR and Charles (Carol) Becker of Geneseo; his sister-in-law, Judith Becker of Dansville; along with several nieces and nephews. Contributions in memory of Donald E. Becker may be made to the Hatch Hose Fire Company, 30 University Ave., Atlanta, NY 14808. At this time due to the COVID-19 Pandemic there will be no public calling hours or funeral service. Donald’s immediate family will have a private viewing and a celebration of life will take place later in the year.