Obituaries
Peoria Heights- James H. Becker, age 77, of Peoria Heights, passed away at 8:09 AM on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at his home.
Born September 17, 1945 in Galesburg, a son to Harry “Sam” and Eleanor (Carty) Becker. Upon graduating high school Jim joined the United States Army and honorably served during the Vietnam Conflict. After his military service he went on to obtain his Bachelor of Science from Bradley University and began working for Caterpillar as a Tech Writer until his retirement after 31 years. On August 21, 1976 he married Nancy R. Stahl at St. Mark Catholic Church, and together they cherished 46 years. Jim will be remembered as an avid learner and someone who loved all local sports. He was a loving husband, uncle and cousin that will be deeply missed.
Survivors include his wife Nancy Becker of Peoria Heights, numerous nieces and nephews and many cousins.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be held at St. Thomas Catholic Church on Thursday, January 26, 2023 between the hours of 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Thomas Catholic Church on Friday, January 27, 2023 at 10:00 AM with an additional visitation being held 30 minutes prior to mass. Msgr. Jason Gray will officiate and burial with full military honors will follow in St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in West Peoria.
Preferred memorial in Jim’s memory may be made to St. Thomas Catholic Church or St. Mark Catholic Church.
Friends and family are encouraged to log onto www.wrightandsalmon.com to sign the online guestbook.
Funeral arrangements have been made under the direction and care of Wright & Salmon Mortuary.
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Visitation
26
Jan
904 E Lake Ave
Peoria Heights, IL 61616
Visitation
27
Jan
904 E Lake Ave
Peoria Heights, IL 61616
Funeral Mass
27
Jan
904 E Lake Ave
Peoria Heights, IL 61616
Cemetery Details
Location
421 N. Sterling Ave
West Peoria, IL 61604