DANNEMORA – Richard C. Becker, of Chazy Lake, went to be with Jesus on Monday, November 1, 2021.

He was born March 19, 1936, the son of Bertel Becker and Agnes Claire (Reardon) Becker.

Richard grew up in Leicester, MA and attended Worcester Academy, and also earned a degree from Becker College. He was a veteran of the Army and served during the Cold War. He worked in advertising at the Paul Revere Life Insurance Company in Worcester, MA. He most recently worked as a lifeguard at Clinton Central School, and even attained his recertification at age 78!

Richard was a wonderful artist and painted many beautiful landscapes and seascapes. He also recently participated in Honor Flight and traveled to Washington D.C.

He leaves behind his beloved wife Joanne (Drollette) of 60 years. He also leaves his 3 children: Gail Betts wife of Tim Betts of Gilman, VT., Amy Millard, wife of Matt Millard of Franklin, Mass., and Rick Becker of Chazy Lake. He was adored by his whole family and was a fun, wonderful, loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He had seven grandchildren, Jessica Norris, Maria Betts, Emily Barber, Abby Betts, Alaina Millard, Blake Millard and Trent Becker. He had two great-grandchildren, Lillian Norris and Zane Norris. He will be greatly missed by his whole family.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 7th from 2 to 3 PM with a memorial service to follow from 3 to 4 PM at the Dannemora United Methodist Church on 86 Clark Street in Dannemora, NY.

Following the services, a reception will be held in the church hall. Arrangements have been entrusted into the care of the Rabideau Funeral Home in Ellenburg, N.Y.