Gertrude A. Becherer's Obituary
Gertrude A., nee Kasmarzik, Becherer, 88 yrs., of Columbia, IL., passed away at her home, with her family at her side. She was born in Fairview Heights, IL, the daughter of the late John and Anna, nee Blanke, Kasmarzik. She was married to Melvin Becherer Sr., who survives her. They were married on November 26, 1947, in O'Fallon, IL.
Gertrude was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Columbia, IL. She enjoyed cooking, quilting, and taking care of her home and family, and treasured time spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
VisitationTuesday, July 14, 2015 9:00 am - 11:00 amImmaculate Conception Catholic Church411 Palmer Rd., Columbia, ILFuneral MassTuesday, July 14, 2015 11:00 amImmaculate Conception Catholic ChurchColumbia, ILFr. Carl Scherer, officiating
IntermentSt. Paul Lutheran CemeteryColumbia, IL
Memorial Contribution SuggestionsAs an expression of sympathy, the family prefers memorial contributions to: Hospice of Southern Illinois, 305 So. Illinois St., Belleville, Il 62220, Mederi Home Health Care, 216 W. Pointe Dr., Ste. D, Swansea, IL 62226, or in the form of masses.
Also SurvivingSon, Melvin (Darlene) Becherer, Jr. of Columbia, IL Daughter, Nancy DeFabio of Columbia, IL Son, Daryl (Ann) Becherer of Dupo, IL Grandchildren, Lori (Perry) Buss, Leonard (Julie) DeFabio IV, Jean Becherer, Scott (Peggy) Becherer,Mike (Diane) Becherer, Mark (Jennifer) Becherer, and Crystal Becherer 15 Great-GrandchildrenOther Relatives and Friends
Also Preceded In Death BySisters, Ottie Becherer and Johanna Werner Brothers, Paul and Richard Kasmarzik
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