First Posted: 7/27/2008

Richard P. Becker Sr., of West Pittston, died July 20, 2008 in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital.
He was born in West Pittston, July 19, 1932, a son of the late Peter and Margaret McDonald Becker. He graduated from West Pittston High School, and was self-employed. He was a Navy veteran of the Korean War working as an aircraft mechanic and machinist.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Grace Connors.
He is survived by his son, Richard P. Becker Jr., Hunlock Creek; daughter Judy; and wife, Margaret
Funeral services and interment were July 21, 2008 at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. The Rev. Joseph Pisaneschi officiated. Arrangements by the Howell-Lussi Funeral Home, West Pittston.